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Young Leaders Scheme
What is a Young Leader?
A Young Leader is an Explorer Scout
between the ages of 14 – 18 years who provides help either
permanently or as part of a service project with a section of the
Scout Group for a period of time.
The young person
may be a member of an Explorer Scout Unit or someone who wishes
to just take a leadership role within one of the junior sections.
All Young Leaders are Explorer Scouts. They will make the Promise
and accept the Scout Law.
Who are the Young Leaders?
To assist with the Young Leaders registration process the actuall listing for ALL Young Leaders in the district is available below.
PLEASE NOTE: Names which appear in RED require Module A training to be completed ASAP
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Which section can a Young Leader go to?
Any section as long as there are not 3
Young Leaders already there. A Young Leader must also not return
to their former Scout Troop as a Young Leader for at least 6 months.
If this rule is over looked then it just is not fair to the Young
person or the Scouts they will be looking after.
Meetings
In conjunction with the Young Leaders it will be decided on the
frequency, duration and the type of meetings that are needed.
Meetings may include:
· One of the Training Modules.
· A games night. (Ideas for use with the sections).
· A social event.
· A weekend in which the Training Modules can be delivered.
Safety Rules
Young Leaders must be aware of the Safety Rules that relate to working
with Young People. Which includes
- Child Protection Issues
- Adventurous Activity Rules
- General safety in the meeting place
- Risk Assessment and managing risk
For these reasons alone it has to be obvious
why young people helping with on the sections must join the Young
Leaders Unit
Welfare Issues
We try and ensure that the Young Leaders understand
- Duty of Care
- Safe from Harm
- What to do if a young person confides
in them
Again another strong reason why young
people must be encouraged to join the scheme.
Encouraging
Participation in the District
All Young Leaders as part of the Explorer Scout unit will be encouraged
to take a full and active role in the Award Scheme including the
Programme Zones, Group Awards and Proficiency Badges, and in the
life of the District.
Young Leaders are also members of the
Explorer Scout Unit and will be encouraged to share their experiences
with the other members of the Unit.
Training
All Young Leaders will receive training both by completing the Training
Modules, and undertaking formal training in any disciplines that
they have an interest in, so that they may gain NGB’s or Scout
Association Authorisations.
The Leadership team are aware of all training opportunities within
the District and County.
The Modules
There are 11 Modules.
a) Prepare
for Take off
Aim.
To give the Young Leaders the essential information that they need
to operate safely.
It will provide them with the skills needed to operate in another
section and to understand the Young leaders Role.
It provides information on the Young Leaders Scheme and how to access
further training.
This Module should be run within 3 months of joining the Unit.
Suggested Methods:
· 1 evening every term.
· Every time there are 3 Young Leaders requiring it.
· Run it every 2 months in conjunction with neighbouring
Districts.
b) Taking the
Lead
Aim.
To introduce Young Leaders to some of the concepts of leadership,
the module provides them with the skill necessary to work more effectively
as a leader in their chosen section.
It explores different styles of leadership, when to use them and
how to effectively lead different sorts of activities.
c) That’s
the Way to do it
Aim.
To ensure that Young leaders have a general understanding of how
to successfully demonstrate and teach a variety of skills –
to make it fun, and to ensure that the section members will enjoy
the experience.
d) Kids Behaving
Badly
Aim.
To give Young Leaders a basic understanding of challenging behaviour,
by the end they should be able to recognise it and propose possible
solutions.
e) Game On
Aim.
To give Young Leaders a good understanding of the importance of
games in the section meeting, it will give them an idea of the different
types of games that can be played and when to use them to greatest
effect.
f) Special
People
Aim.
To give a basic understanding of Special Needs, it should also help
the Young Leaders understand that the programme should be tailored
to the individual needs of the young people, particularly those
with Special Needs.
g) Programme
Plans
Aim.
To provide Young Leaders with the skills and understanding necessary
to plan a balanced programme for the section in which they are working.
h) Programme Plans Plus. (Must be completed
after Module g.)
Aim.
To provide Young Leaders with the skills
and understanding required to run a balanced programme over a 3
month period.
i) What Did
They Say?
Aim.
To make Young Leaders aware of the importance of good communication,
the importance of listening to the views of young people, and how
they can open channels of communication from the young people to
the section leadership team.
j) Awards and
Badges
Aim
To ensure that Young Leaders have an understanding of the place
that awards and badges have in the 6 – 25 programme.
k) First Aid
Master class
Aim.
To ensure that Young Leaders have the necessary understanding and
skills to take appropriate action in an emergency situation.
This module should be delivered by a properly trained and accredited
person, so that the Young person may gain a National Governing Body
Award.
Projects
The projects in the Young Leaders Scheme support and enhance the
training modules. The different ‘Missions’ allow Young
Leaders to put into practice some of their new skills and knowledge.
By doing so they will gain confidence and become an integral part
of the leadership team within their section or Group. Projects should
be completed in numerical order and no more than 1 per year.
Do you still require more information?
If this is true then please contact us or have a look at the national page on Yonug Leaders
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