Getting Started Training – Part 2

Tools for the Job

David Grant – ADC (Adult Training)

Objectives

• Understand how the different sections fits into Scouting

• Outline the main features of the different sections

• Explain the roles & responsibilities of adults involved in sections

• Explain why different types of games and activities are important in

Scouting and explore a variety of programme ideas

• Explain the role of youth shaped Scouting in planning and running

the programme and explore various ways of doing this

Recap on Part 1• Outlined the Purpose, Values and Method of

Scouting• Outlined the Promise and Law• Outlined the structure of The Scout Association• Outlined the Safety Policy and risk assessment• Outlined the Young Person First Policy• Outlined the Anti-Bullying Policy

The Scout Sections – Task 1In small groups, arrange the sections and match the age ranges from youngest to highest

Beaver Scouts – 6 to 8 years old

Cub Scouts – 8 to 10½ years old

Scouts – 10½ to 14 years old

Explorer Scouts – 14 to 18 years old

Scout Network – 18 to 25 years old

Main Features of the Section – Task 2In small groups, discuss the main features of the sections they are working in, including:• Ceremonies they have seen• The collective noun for a group of young

people in a section• The types of badges that are awarded• The types of awards that can be obtained

Ceremonies

Welcoming, openings & closing

Beaver Colonies Cub Packs Scout Troops & Explorer Units

Badges

Hello & goodbye Grand howl & flag down

Flag break & flag down

InvestituresMoving on

Other Ceremonies

Collective Nouns• Beaver Colony – arranged in Lodges

– Each Lodge has a Lodge Leader

• Cub Pack – arranged in Sixes– Each Six has a Sixer and a Seconder

• Scout Troop – arranged in Patrols– Each Patrol has a Patrol Leader and an Assistant PL

• Explorer Unit

Young Leaders Scheme• Optional leadership training scheme available

as part of the Explorer Scout Programme• Allows 14-18’s to help in the younger sections• Recognised by the Institute of Leadership and

Management• Modules and projects to help develop

leadership skills – Module A compulsory• Good preparation for adult leadership roles

Adults in Scouting• All adults are volunteers and must have an up-to-date

and current Scout DBS Check• There are different roles available• Roles are flexible to suit availability and commitment• All Leaders must complete the Adult Training Scheme• Everyone is part of the leadership team• Have as much fun as the young people!

Role Responsibility

Section Leader Adult responsible for running the section

Assistant Section Leader Adult appointed to assist the Section Leader in running the section

Sectional Assistants Adult holding an appointment who helps with the section but cannot run a session on their own

Young Leaders An Explorer Scout who works as part of the Leadership team

Occasional Helpers Adult who helps out less than once a month who has unsupervised access to young people or assisting in an overnight activity

Programme Methods• The programme is made up of different challenge

areas - Outdoor and adventure, World and Skills.• The programme is structured through a number of

different badges, challenges and awards• Games and activities are important to keeping the

programme attractive to young people• The programme should be fun and have purpose• Young people should be involved in the planning

and running the programme

Running an Activity – Task 3In small groups, consider one of the Cross-Sectional Games provided:• What is the purpose of the activity• Is the activity safe?• Is the activity age appropriate and suitable of

individuals’ needs• How could the activity be varied and tailored to the

section you support?• What considerations do you need to think about

when running this activity?

Things to consider when planning• Are games and activities suitable for the age range

and facilities available?• What equipment will you need?• What are the risks and safety considerations?• Have you got a wet weather contingency• Do you have enough to fill the whole meeting?• Have you considered those with additional needs?• How much will it cost?

Basic principles of running a good game• Ensure all the equipment is ready and available

at the start of the game or activity• Expect quiet while you explain the rules of the

game or activity• Be seen to be a fair referee of the game• Do not run the game or activity for too long

Resources• The power of Google!• Online Scout Manager – shared activities• Websites – www.retiredscouter.com &

www.scoutingresources.org.uk• Scout factsheets• Copies of Scouting magazine – every 2 months• Programmes on Line (www.scouts.org.uk)• Scouting publications (Scout Shops)• Other Leaders

Next Steps to complete ‘Getting Started’• Section Assistants – validate module 1 (Questionnaire) • Section Leaders / Assistant Leaders – validate

modules 1 and 3 when you meet with your Training Adviser and agree your Personal Learning Plan (Module 2) & then continue with your learning to achieve your Wood Badge.

Any Questions?