Young Leaders are the Leaders of the future. This file explains how the Young Leaders' Scheme works; how it affects the Explorer Scouts who take part, the Leaders who they assist and the young people in the fist three Sections who benefit from the Scheme

At the heart of this resrouce are 11 modules, each of which focuses on different aspects of leadership. They address everyday issues faced by Young Leaders and prepares the young pepole taking part for difficult situations and challenging behaviour.

Who is Young Leaders' essentials for?

This file is for all adults in Scouting who come into contact with Young Leaders. It will be particularly useful to Explorer Scout Leaders (Young Leaders) guiding young people through the Young Leaders' Scheme.

Leaders working in the first three Sections will also find it invaluable aid to understanding how the Scheme works and making the most of Young Leaders at meetings.

How to use this file

Young Leaders' essentials is designed to fit inside the Scouting essentials file. Use it in conjunction with your other programme resources.

What if I need more help?

An introduction to the Young Leaders' Scheme can be found in Unit essentials. Extra programme ideas for each Section can be found in the supplements: Colony programmes, Pack programmes and Troop programmes.

Third Edition now availible from the Info Centre

The third edition still contains the flashcards for delivering Module A. They are availible for download.

Module A Flashcards

This file has the following chapters:

1   Introduction ot the Young Leaders' Scheme

Young Leaders are aged between 14 and 18 years of age and work in a Beaver Scout Colony, Cub Scout Pack or Scout Troop. In other words, they are Explorer Scouts whose Scouting mostly involves working with one of the younger Sections.

This chapter outlines the Young Leader's scheme.

2   Operating a Young Leaders' Unit

Although the Young Leaders' Unit is one form of Explorer Scout Unit there are many differences between the operation of this Unit, and other Units in a District. The Young Leaders' Unit will probably meet less frequently than other Units, as the Young Leaders will want to spend most of their time with the Section they are working with.

This chapter looks at how to run Young Leader Units.

3   The role of the Explorer Scout Leader (Young Leader)

The Explorer Scout Leader (Young Leader) is key to the success of the Young Leaders' Scheme. Appointed by the District Explorer Scout Commissioner, this Leader, more than most in the Explorer Scout Section, has to be:

• adaptable;
• flexible;
• training orientated;
• able to relate well to the age range;
• able to work well with Beaver Scout, Cub Scout and Scout Leaders;
• patient.

This chapter looks at the job description for the role.

4   Methods of delivering the training modules

There are many ways to deliver the training for the Young Leaders' Scheme. The modules have been designed to offer flexibility and every Young Leaders' Unit will need a different method of operation.

This chapter outlines approaches to running the training modules A-J.

5   Mission impossible

The projects in the Young Leaders' Scheme support and enhance the training modules. The different missions allow Young Leaders to put some of their new skills and knowledge into practice. By doing so, they will gain in confidence and become an integral part of the leadership team within their Section and Group.

The modules

Here you will find trading plans for each of the modules.

Appendix

This file also contains a number of appendicies:

• Flashcards for Module A: Prepare for take off

• Beaver Scout Balanced Programme Checker

• Cub Scout Balanced Programme Checker

• Scout Balanced Programme Checker

• The Practical Skills Grid