Youth Leader
Help lead our club sessions and support members to learn, achieve, belong and grow.
About the Role
Our Youth Leaders are adult volunteers aged 18+ who help deliver our Sea Turtles, Otters and Dolphins club sessions for members with SEND.
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You’ll work as part of the club team to help deliver activities, support members and make sure sessions are safe, welcoming, inclusive and enjoyable.
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Some of our members need additional support with their personal care or health needs. Depending on the members attending your club and your training, this role may include providing personal care and supporting agreed medication needs.
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Youth Leaders take on more responsibility than Youth Helpers and will receive appropriate training, guidance and support for their role.
Quick Role Information
Age: 18+
Club: Sea Turtles • Otters • Dolphins
Location: Sidcup
Sessions: Weekday evenings and/or weekends
Type: Volunteer role
What You'll Do
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Help prepare and deliver club activities and programme sessions.
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Support members to take part according to their individual needs.
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Guide and support Youth Helpers during club activities.
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Help maintain a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment.
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Encourage members to develop skills, confidence and independence.
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Support members with personal care where required, which may include toileting, changing continence products and assistance with clothing.
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Support members with agreed medication needs, where required and in accordance with our procedures and training.
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Follow individual support plans, safeguarding, health and safety and club procedures.
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Work with other Youth Leaders and the Club Manager to help sessions run safely and smoothly.
Personal Care & Medication
Some members may require personal care during club sessions. This can include support with toileting, changing continence products and helping with clothing.
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Youth Leaders may also support members with medication where this has been agreed and the appropriate procedures, consent and training are in place.
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You will not be expected to carry out tasks that you have not been trained or authorised to undertake.
Who We're Looking For
You don't need previous volunteering experience. We're looking for people who are friendly, reliable, patient and willing to learn, with an interest in supporting children and young people with SEND.
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You'll need to be comfortable taking an active role in club sessions, working as part of a team and supporting Youth Helpers.
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As some members may need additional support, you should also be comfortable providing personal care when required, including support with toileting, continence needs and clothing. You may also support agreed medication needs following appropriate training and procedures.
What You'll Gain
Volunteering as a Youth Leader gives you the opportunity to gain practical experience supporting children and young people with SEND while developing your leadership, communication and teamwork skills.
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You'll receive relevant training and support, gain experience delivering inclusive activities and supporting a wide range of needs, and work towards our Volunteer Service Awards.