About Buíon Setanta Scout Group
The aim of Scouting Ireland is to encourage the Social, Physical, Intellectual, Character, Emotional, and Spiritual development (known as the SPICES) of young people "so that they may achieve their full potential and as responsible citizens, to improve society
What's Involved
Working with groups of children ranging in age from 6-8 years, 8-12 years, 12-15 years, 16-18 years.
Activities include skills training and games at weekly meetings to day trips in the outdoors and camping out under the stars. No experience required, no need to have been in scouting as a child yourself.
Buion Setanta Scouts began with a group of boys & girls from St John of Gods school, Drumcar in 1984 very quickly the group became fully accessible to those of all abilities.
Over the years inclusivity remains at the core of our group and we wish to ensure that scouting is available to all boys and girls regardless of ability.
What's required for this position
No experience required, we provide training in skills and youth work. You need to have an interest in working with young people and the ability to work in a team and it helps if you enjoy the outdoors as that is our main thing!!
Level of English required for this role:
Basic English
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: 1 year
Hours required: 2hrs Weekly
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Buion Setanta Scout Hall, Lennon Melia Terrace, Dundalk
Other location details:
Dundalk, Co Louth
Screening details for this role:
- Formal Interview
- Garda Vetting
- References
- Application Form
- Identification Check (photo ID etc…)
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Supervision
- Initial induction and training
- Reimbursement of expenses
- Insurance cover
- Ongoing training opportunities
Age restrictions:
Over 18
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
Joining Buíon Setanta is a fantastic way to get into outdoors, to meet new people, to make lasting friendships, to see the country and some parts of the world. Volunteering is good for the health, can help reduce stress and you can learn new skills.
Getting there
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