Youth Helper (Wirral)

Prenton, Merseyside (On-site)
Unpaid role, expenses not paid
Voluntary

Actively Interviewing

This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!

Job description

Youth Helper work directly with young people in St John Ambulance Badger Setts and Cadet Units. By supporting our Youth Leaders to deliver a sessions across our range of programmes. In this role, you'll support the learning and development of young people into the next generation of health citizens. Youth Helpers also help young people develop their confidence, teamwork skills, self-discipline, and generally encourage them to strive to be the best they can be, as well as supervise and support other adult volunteers in their team.

You’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time. 

over 100 young people. In 2026, our mission is to expand our team of youth leaders so we can open our doors to even more young people across the county. What You’ll Do As a St John Ambulance Youth Leader, you’ll help young people: • learn lifesaving first aid • Build confidence and resilience • Gain valuable life skills • Work towards awards such as the Super Badger, Grand Prior, Duke of Edinburgh, and Amalfi • Take on leadership roles, join training teams, become radio operators, cadet reporters, event leads, and more • Enjoy residential weekends, regional events, and summer camp You’ll be part of a supportive, enthusiastic team that creates safe, inclusive, and inspiring spaces for young people to thrive. Who We’re Looking For We’re seeking committed role models who are: • Enthusiastic, proactive, and creative • Able to engage and motivate young people • Empathetic, patient, and great listeners • Passionate about safeguarding and inclusion • Keen to help shape meaningful youth programmes **No previous first aid or youth work experience is required — just the right attitude and a willingness to learn** What We Offer • A welcoming, supportive team environment • Full training and ongoing development • Opportunities to grow your leadership and mentoring skills • The chance to make a real impact in your community • Flexible volunteering hours Be Part of Something Bigger If you’re ready to inspire the next generation, build your own skills, and make a lasting difference in Merseyside, we’d love to hear from you. Join us — and help young people discover their potential.

Pursuing the role

We will be running a number of information events locally and these are:

Date, Times to be advised

We are looking to run a volunteering selection session on:

Date, Times to be advised


If you are successful you will need to undertake induction & training for role at these dates:

Welcome Event (Induction) - Date, Times to be advised
Training for role - Date, Times to be advised

Closing date for these opportunities is: 31/01/2027

To apply for this opportunity please follow the link below:

Organisation
St John Ambulance View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size More than 1000
Posted on: 21 October 2026
Closing date: 19 January 2027 at 23:30
Job ref: 328393CHJ
Tags: Health / Medical, Health and Safety