You'll run lessons, activities, games, projects and events that help cadets progress through The Cadet Experience, gaining qualifications and confidence as they go.
Whatever your experience and skills, they could be utilised to help young people flourish – catering, archery, meteorology, navigation, orienteering, first aid, engineering, photography, marketing, football coaching, IT, social media, finance, driving - there is no limit. Whatever your interest, you could bring it to Brighton Unit.
You could also share your skills out on the water with the next generation, through the opportunity to teach water sports such as kayaking, sailing, powerboating, canoeing, rowing and windsurfing. If you don’t have any water sport qualifications, we’ll provide you with all the equipment, training and the opportunity to gain national qualifications with the Royal Yachting Association for example. All you need is lots of enthusiasm!
Skills
There are no specific educational or experience requirements for this role; having the right attitude and a passion for improving the lives of young people are the most important things! If you think the person specification below sounds like you, then please get in touch:
• You are reliable, honest and trustworthy
• You are enthusiastic and keen to learn new things
• You are a good communicator
• You enjoy working as part of a team
• You will be a role model to young people.
Benefits
- Enhance your skills.
- Boost your self-esteem.
- Meet new people.
Practical Considerations
We are located at 43 Brewer Street Brighton BN2 3HH, near several bus routes.
We meet on Monday and Friday evenings from 18:45 to 21:00.
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Where does this role take place?
- Interests
- Children
- Fitness and Sport
- Young People
- Details
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Disabled Access
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Equal Opportunities Policy or Statement
Subject to always putting safety and safeguarding first, no one should receive less favorable treatment, nor suffer disadvantage, harassment or discrimination by reason of: - Disability - Ethnic or national origin, nationality (or statelessness) or race - Religion, faith, belief or none - Gender (including gender reassignment) - Sex - Sexual Orientation - Marital or civil partnership status - Pregnancy and maternity - Age (adults) - Class or socio-economic status - Political belie -
Expenses
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Health and Safety
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Induction
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Insurance Cover for Volunteers
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Other
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Suitable for 13 - 16 years
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Suitable for 16 - 18 years
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Suitable for a group of volunteers
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Suitable only for (e.g. 18+, LGBT, BAME, Women only)
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Support on Offer
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This role is adaptable for different abilities
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Training