Unit helper
Posted for Girlguiding Northamptonshire
As a unit helper you’ll give girls opportunities for fun, friendship, challenge and adventure! You’ll usually work with other volunteers to help run fantastic activities, whilst keeping our members safe. Unit helpers assist the unit leadership team in running units (groups) of Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers. You’ll be part of a leadership team that includes at least one unit leader, assistant leaders and possibly also young leaders and other unit helpers. No two units are the same which means that all unit helpers do slightly different things. There is a lot of space to make this role your own.Skills
Good listening and communication - to help your unit leaders and other volunteers deliver great guiding. Willingness to learn - learning as you go keeps your skills fresh Knowing when to ask for help - but remember there is a network of other volunteers and commissioners to help you with any questions.Details
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Accessibility
Our organisation is inclusive and can cater for any volunteer who would like to join us. -
Age restrictions
No age restrictions - you can volunteer from 13+ -
DBS check required
A DBS check and references will be required within the first couple of months to be able to continue in your role. -
Equal Opportunities Policy
We have an equality and diversity policy, which can be found on the Girlguiding UK website. -
Expenses reimbursed
Agreed expenses are reimbursed - these may differ between units so make sure to discuss this with your unit leader. -
Health and Safety Policy
We have a health, safety and welfare policy, which can be found on the Girlguiding UK website. -
Ongoing support
You'll have a great support network from your fellow volunteers, including a local commissioner and Girlguiding advisers. -
Training provided
Lots of training opportunities, including e-learning, face to face and live online workshops. -
Volunteer induction
You will be in contact with your local commissioner and unit leader before starting your role, and this will introduce you to your tasks. -
Volunteer Policy
We have an adult volunteers and adult members policy, which can be found on the Girlguiding UK website. -
Volunteers covered by insurance
Girlguiding UK has: Public liability policy Personal accident and medical expenses policy Employer's liability policy -
Written role description
There is no written role description as every volunteer will experience different tasks - it is whatever meets the needs of your unit!
Location
This opportunity is available Countywide.
When do I need to be available?
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Afternoon | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Evening | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
Availability Details
Units tend to meet in the weekday evenings (after school / evening).
However, there are 'behind the scenes' roles available for those not wishing to work face to face with our young members, for support with administration, finance, events, marketing.
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