Youth Worker at Sea Cadets Brentwood

Youth Worker at Sea Cadets Brentwood

Ongoing role
J101621
At a glance

Skills

  • Safeguarding
  • Mentoring / Coaching
  • Teaching / Education

Where

Brentwood, CM14 4HL
Mainly at the office

Time

Mostly outside office hours Estimate of time needed:
0-5 hours / month or 1-3 hours / week

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To apply for this role, and any other on our platform, you need to be based in the UK, have at least three years of experience using the skills you wish to volunteer in a professional capacity or have lived experience (for trustee roles). Read more about our criteria.

We're looking for experienced youth workers to join Brentwood Sea Cadets, helping to teach our young people new skills for life!

Join us in a uniformed or non-uniformed role!

What will you be doing?

Do you enjoy mentoring and inspiring young people?

Are you passionate about helping the next generation develop skills, confidence and leadership abilities?

As a Youth Worker and Cadet Instructor, you will play a vital role in delivering fun, engaging and educational activities to help cadets thrive. You'll lead sessions that promote personal development, teamwork and maritime skills while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan and deliver a variety of activities and lessons, including leadership, navigation and water-based skills
  • Act as a mentor and role model for cadets, providing guidance and encouragement
  • Ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all cadets during training and events
  • Collaborate with other volunteers to plan and execute unit events and programs
  • Monitor the progress and development of individual cadets, providing feedback and support as needed

What are we looking for?

  • Prior experience working with children/young people or in a specific skill area
  • Strong communication and leadership skills
  • Enthusiasm for working with young people and helping them reach their potential
  • Ability to plan and deliver engaging lessons or activities
  • Commitment to promoting a safe and inclusive environment
  • The ability to recognise the different needs and abilities of each young person

What difference will you make?

You'll get the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of young people.

You'll help empower young people with skills, confidence and resilience to excel in life, whilst helping them to foster a sense of teamwork and community.

You'll provide young people with opportunities to explore maritime traditions and activities, contributing to building a generation of responsible and capable leaders.

Before you apply

  • Please apply through Reach in the first instance
  • We encourage prospective volunteers to arrange an informal discussion about the role
  • There are opportunities to visit our unit and see what our cadets get up to
  • Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete our application form
  • Successful candidates will be required to undertake a DBS check and complete some short training as part of your induction including in Safeguarding, Health & Safety and Data Protection
Causes
  • Children / families
  • Education
  • Emergency Services / Armed Forces
  • Young people
  • Organisation type: 
    Charity

    Sea Cadets inspires young people aged 10-18 to achieve their potential through challenge and nautical adventure, guided by the customs and traditions of today's Royal Navy.

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