Youth Worker at Weston Sea Cadets

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

Join us in a uniformed or non-uniformed role!

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

• 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

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.

• 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