The Essex Experience

Job Description for Essex Experience Volunteers

a. Act as a mentor to the young people:

Be available to listen to and talk to the young people.
Guide the young people through the activities.
Encourage the young people to take part in all the activities.
Lead by example; take part in all the activities yourself and show plenty of enthusiasm.
Help the young people get the most out of the weekend.
Be a positive role model.

b. Run a few simple games or sports activities if the weather turns bad or the young people are waiting between activities.

c. Help to ensure the safety of the young people:

Ensure that the young people are under control and following the safety rules applicable to each activity.
Participate in a roster system that provides adult supervision in the sub-camps at all times.
Encourage the personal safety of young people, e.g. not to smoke in the tents.

d. Have fun and make the most of your experience.

A five-day training course prior to the Essex Experience weekend that will equip you with the skills necessary to mentor the young people.
A support staff who will take care of all the accommodation, catering and administrative arrangements.
A First Aid team to assist with all medical and welfare issues.
Advice and practical support from the Training Team throughout the weekend.

150 young people from Essex aged between 12 and 15.
30 + other volunteers from local authorities and businesses across Essex.
A large team of support staff from Essex Scouts and other voluntary organisations.

Skreens Park, Roxwell (to the west of Chelmsford), postcode CM1 4NN.