St John Ambulance Calls for New Youth Leader Volunteers in Berkshire

St John Ambulance is calling for new volunteers to join their Youth Units in Newbury & Thatcham, Windsor and Reading. With a variety of leadership and team roles available, you could make the difference in the development of young people within the Cadet and Badgers schemes and impart crucial lifesaving skills to the next generation.

As demand for the youth schemes grow, so too does the need for new volunteers to help support the Youth Units. Youth development has always been central to St John Ambulance’s mission; the Cadets (ages 5-10) and Badgers (ages 10-17) forming one of England’s largest uniformed youth organisations, with several thousand young people nationwide.

Youth Leaders take an active role in welcoming young people into the Cadet and Badger schemes, whilst also supporting the running of the unit behind the scenes. You will have the opportunity to teach and mentor a diverse group of young people. From delivering vital first aid training and life skills, to nurturing confidence and self-discipline, you will play a crucial role in their development.

By committing to two hours a week, volunteers will be fully supported throughout their initial training and have the opportunity to develop first aid and leadership skills.

Paul Monahan, County Commissioner for Berkshire, said “My own journey with St John Ambulance began with a desire to support young people, and it quickly became one of the most meaningful roles I’ve ever taken on. Our Youth Leaders make a real, lasting difference, and I hope many others in our community will feel encouraged to get involved and experience that same sense of reward.”

Could you see yourself inspiring the next generation of first aiders? St John Ambulance love to hear from you. Their youth-facing volunteering roles can be found on their website.