Youth Group Assistant Leader (Kingsbury Kingfishers Wildlife Explorer Group)
Did you know that there are RSPB Youth Groups across the UK, and our network is growing and expanding, so we need more inspirational Assistant Leaders to join our team! You could be the person we need to join this adventure and help support young people in your area to learn about, explore and help the wildlife around them in a fun and engaging way.
Why we love our youth groups
We know that if young people learn to love wildlife and nature they will want to protect it and be empowered to take meaningful action to defend it in their own communities. You could be part of a team of like-minded, enthusiastic people who love nature and want our younger generations to experience that sense of awe when encountering the natural world and share the excitement of being part of a bigger movement to save nature.
What do you need to know?
- You’ll join a leadership team to run the group sessions and could help with a variety of tasks including programme planning, promotions, finance or admin tasks depending on what best suits your skillset.
- You need to enjoy working with young people – they are the heart of what we do.
- You will be asked to complete a variety of training including induction and safeguarding and there are optional opportunities for further development in other areas such as Equality and Diversity.
- We will ask you to commit to attend at least six sessions per year. The groups usually meet monthly so with preparation time you will need to give around 4-6 hours per month.
Why not get in touch and see how you would fit into this role?
Don’t just take our word for it! This is what one of our new volunteers says:
"The prospect of working, as an Assistant Youth Leader, alongside professionals who are equally passionate about conservation is both inspiring and motivating. I am eager to immerse myself in the team's projects and contribute to the invaluable work that the RSPB is known for. Furthermore, I believe that being a part of the RSPB is not just a short-term opportunity, but a steppingstone towards a long and fulfilling journey in my career. I look forward to working with the children, learning from my colleagues, and making a positive impact on the environment we all care deeply about."
Why don't you get in touch? We welcome applications from everyone. However, if you are a RSPB member of staff, please use a personal email address when applying.
Why we want you
The RSPB Youth Groups need you! Fun, vibrant and important RSPB Youth Groups across the UK are looking for assistant leaders to help enthuse the local youth population about wildlife, adventure and exploration of nature. Its bags of fun and gives you the chance to contribute to RSPB Youth Groups.
The RSPB has over 40 across the UK, so please come help and join in!
What you will be doing
- Designing, planning and co-facilitating monthly outdoor activities and meetings that connect young people to nature.
- Developing opportunities for the group to experience and take action for nature through site visits, practical conservation tasks and outdoor learning.
- Inspiring children about wildlife, facilitating their learning during activities.
The skills you need
- The ability to communicate with young people and to attend at least 70% of the meetings.
- Ideas, commitment and passion to help create and run engaging sessions for children on the topics of wildlife and nature exploration.
- Typically RSPB youth groups meet fortnightly or monthly with a programme of indoor and outdoor events.
- With preparation time, you will need 4-6 hours a month.
- You will also provide ad hoc support with admin tasks as required by the group's Main Leader.
What's in it for you
- You'll get to meet new people and make new friends! You can utilise your skills to further develop the group and help ensure the RSPB and the group work together effectively to save nature.
- You get the opportunity to enthuse and inspire young people about, birds, the environment and conservation. Be part of a fun challenging and rewarding environment.
- As leader you could use the opportunity to take on a new challenge for the group and flex your leadership and/or creative muscles.
- Why not get in touch and see how you would fit in the role?
Disclaimer
Suitable for under 18's. Training (mandatory): Safeguarding Level2, GDPR. In line with our Safeguarding Policy, all applications for this role are subject to an appropriate Disclosure check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (England and Wales), AccessNI in Northern Ireland, or a Protected Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG) registration in Scotland. Successful applicants will also be expected to register with the Update Service where appropriate. References on your suitability for this role will also be taken up. The RSPB will reimburse you for out of pocket expenses travel expenses, we will provide the equipment, training and any uniform needed for you to complete the role We’re now the largest nature conservation charity in the country, consistently delivering successful conservation, forging powerful new partnerships with other organisations and inspiring others to stand up and give nature the home it deserves. We rely on the support and generosity of our volunteers to make a difference Our work stretches far beyond the UK. Wherever wildlife is in threat, we'll work with partners across the globe to help save it and give it a home.