Unit Youth Lead

No one should die because they needed first aid and didn’t get it. St John Ambulance (SJA) teaches people first aid so they can be the difference between life and death, and you can help us do this.

As a youth leader you will deliver development opportunities on behalf of SJA through one of our programmes for young people (Badgers, Cadets). This will involve supporting young people alongside other youth leaders, youth support leaders and others. You will also take on responsibility for leading your youth section (either Cadets or Badgers) within a St John Network. As a Unit Youth Lead you will be responsible for coordinating and supporting the adult volunteers within your youth unit to ensure the delivery and provision of a quality, fun and engaging youth programme in a safe and inclusive environment.

What skills do I need?

•  A willingness to engage and support young people to learn life skills, including First Aid in a fun, interactive manner. Required
•  An enthusiasm for St John Ambulance as an organisation and dedication to our vision, mission and values. Required
• A commitment to the health and safety, wellbeing, safeguarding and inclusion of all young people and adult volunteers within your unit. Required
• A commitment to our Youth Voice principles (Support, Empower, Inspire) and supporting our young people to become future leaders. Required
• Able to work effectively as part of a team and to communicate well with other adults and young people. Required
•  Able to lead others and to delegate and coordinate tasks fairly within a team. Required
• Has some experience working with young people or in a youth organisation. Desirable
•  Willing to supervise young people on events and on camps and undertake required training to do so.  Desirable 

When do I need to be available?

Details

We are looking for people to get involved over the summer holidays and beyond. Get in touch for more information.

Where does this role take place?