Assistant Cub Scout Leader

Assistant Cub Scout Leader

Posted for Ashton Central Scout Group

Posted by Community CVS

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Are you looking for a rewarding way to give back to your community and help young people develop skills for life? Ashton Central Scout Group is looking for a volunteer Assistant Cub Leader to support our Cub section (ages 8–10½).

As an Assistant Cub Leader, you’ll help deliver fun, adventurous, and engaging weekly meetings alongside a friendly team of leaders. Activities include games, outdoor adventures, creative challenges, and learning practical skills that help young people grow in confidence, teamwork, and independence.

What you’ll do

Support the Cub Leader and other assistant Leaders in planning and running weekly meetings

Help deliver a varied programme of games, activities, and outdoor experiences

Encourage and support young people to try new things and build confidence

Assist with occasional trips, camps, and events

Work as part of a supportive leadership team

What we’re looking for

Someone enthusiastic and positive about working with young people

Good teamwork and communication skills

Reliability and a willingness to get involved

No previous Scouting experience required – training and support are provided

What you’ll get out of it

The chance to make a real difference to young people in your community

Opportunities to learn new skills and gain recognised training

Experience in leadership, teamwork, and outdoor activities

Plenty of fun and adventure along the way

All volunteers will be supported through the Scouts training programme and will require a DBS check.

Interested?

Come along to a meeting, meet the team, and see what we do. We'd love to hear from you.

What skills do I need?

No previous Scouting experience required – training and support are provided

Good teamwork

communication skills

Positive outlook