Squirrel Leader

When: Term time, Wednesday 5pm-6pm Where: St John’s Church Hall,, Stanah Road, Thornton, Lancashire FY5 5JE Contact: Grahame Astin-Batte Contact Email: grahame.astin-batte@wyrescouts.org.uk Open Volunteer Spots: Unlimited

A Squirrel Scout Leader, is a volunteer who guides and supports young children (usually aged 4-6) in the Squirrel Scout programme, which is a part of the larger Scouting movement. Here’s a brief description of their role:

Key Responsibilities

  • Programme Planning: Creating and organising fun, educational, and age-appropriate activities that help children develop skills and character.
  • Safety Supervision: Ensuring that all activities are conducted safely and all necessary precautions are taken.
  • Supporting Development: Helping young scouts learn values such as teamwork, responsibility, and fairness.
  • Community Building: Fostering a sense of community and inclusion among young scouts and their families.

Traits and Skills

  • Enthusiastic and Patient: Exciting and engaging young minds while maintaining patience.
  • Good Communication: Able to converse effectively with both children and their parents.
  • Organised: Keeping activities well-planned and outcomes well-documented.
  • Empathetic: Understanding and nurturing the individual needs of each young scout.

A Scout Squirrel Leader plays a crucial role in shaping the experiences and development of the youngest members of the Scouting community.

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