An NTC Adult Volunteer works with young people in a youth organisation to support their training and development
They help cadets with a variety of activities, including:
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Instructing and advising cadets during weekly training sessions
- Motivating and training cadets Helping cadets work towards proficiency certificates, the Duke of Edinburgh\'s Award, or B-Tech qualifications
- Supporting cadets at annual camps
- Encouraging cadets to challenge themselves and learn new skills
Adult Volunteers can work in a variety of roles, including Committee Members or activity instructors. They don't need any previous military experience, as training is provided.
Adult volunteers can gain a range of transferable skills, including:
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Management and leadership
- Problem-solving
- Interpersonal skills
- Team-working
- Training and motivational skills
- Self-management
Adult Volunteers can also earn vocational qualifications through organisations like the British Canoe Union, The Royal Yachting Association, The National Rifle Association and Protrainings, our professional qualifications provider.
HQ Support roles can be either uniformed or non uniformed, please indicate a preference in your application.
Skills
- Proficiency in English
- Understanding of IT systems (Google Workplace, Microsoft)
- DBS Check (Basic, Enhanced Child Workforce, Enhanced Adult Workforce (Dependent on role)
Details
- Limited Physical Access
Admin roles can be undertaken from home, other roles may be more challenging for those with limited physical access. - Minimum time commitment (e.g. 3 months, 6 months etc)
Dependent on role, but there is no formal minimum time commitment. - Suitable for Families - (under 16's with an adult)
- Suitable for Under 18's (if yes state min age)
You must be 18 years or over (18+) - Will require a criminal record check (DBS)
DBS Check will be required - Will require references
When can I volunteer?
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| Evening | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Availability Details
Volunteers are able to contribute from home, or at one of our local units dependent on the role. Adult Volunteers typically commit one or two evenings a week at their local unit, occasional weekends, and help on the summer annual camps. However, the amount of time they commit is up to them
Location
This opportunity has no specific location.
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