Volunteer Instructor

What will you be doing?

The Sea Cadets is the UK’s leading maritime charity and provides a head start in life for young people through nautical adventure and fun. Our volunteers work, both directly with young people and behind the scenes, to help make a positive difference to young people who are often struggling in today’s world and their communities. Rhondda Sea Cadets, based on Llwynypia Road, is currently looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join their team as Sea Cadet Instructors. We are a long-established Sea Cadet Unit that has provided life-changing opportunities for many young people. There are free training courses available for you to develop new skills, boost your CV and support you in this role. These tasks can also be divided between volunteers, so why not come along with a friend and share the experience?

What are we looking for?

We are looking for interested individuals with 3 years experience in education and teaching. You must have the ability to plan and run sessions with a particular focus on developing young people. There are free training courses available for you to develop existing and learn new skills to support you in this role. Having the right attitude and a passion for improving the lives of young people are the most important things! If you think the person specification below sounds like you, then please get in touch:

You are reliable, honest and trustworthy You are enthusiastic and keen to learn new things You are a good communicator You enjoy working as part of a team You will be a role model to young people

What difference will you make?

Our volunteers work, both directly with young people and behind the scenes, to help make a positive difference to young people who are often struggling in today's world and help set them on the path to a better life giving them the head start through activities and training they may not have access too otherwise. Whether you opt to be a uniformed leader, or wear your own clothes, you can be hands-on, teaching cadets. You'll run lessons, activities, games, projects and events that help cadets progress through The Cadet Experience, gaining qualifications and confidence as they go.