{"alias":"contentPage","byline":null,"standfirst":null,"content":{"layouts":[{"type":"fullWidth","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Cp\u003EEvery September, thousands of young people choose to get a further education, whether at home through further education colleges or away at university.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EMany of them are already involved with us. Others might never have heard about what we do. All would benefit greatly from volunteering while studying \u2013 making new connections, learning new things and improving their wellbeing.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ECheck out the ideas below to help spread the word and bring brilliant students into Scouts.\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""}]}],"config":null},{"type":"threeColumn","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"gridImageBlock","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","image":"/media/fu3n03by/two-adult-volunteers-getting-ready-to-climb-on-a-jacobs-laddermin.jpg","width":7360,"height":4912,"altText":"Two volunteers in harnesses and helmets get ready to climb on a Jacob\u0027s Ladder outside.","caption":"","link":null},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003EKnow where to reach out\u003C/h3\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":false,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW185507765 BCX0\u0022 data-ccp-parastyle=\u0022Body\u0022\u003EUse the \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/\u0022\u003EGovernment search website\u003C/a\u003E to find universities, colleges and other higher education near you.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW185507765 BCX0\u0022 data-ccp-parastyle=\u0022Body\u0022\u003EWhat regular opportunities might there to advertise, such as \u003Ca href=\u0022https://studentvolunteeringnetwork.com/student-volunteering-week/\u0022\u003EStudent Volunteering Week\u003C/a\u003E, a Volunteering Fair, or Freshers\u2019 Fair. They could be run by student volunteers or Network members. Make sure there is a way to sign-up or something to take away. You could even include something interactive, such as a \u2018guess the number of sweets in the jar\u2019 competition.\u003C/span\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Plan when and where to recruit"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EProvide an outreach all year round by leaving leaflets, posters or postcards in the student halls, libraries or student unions. Try to update these every now and then so they don\u2019t blend in. Don\u2019t forget to use promotional materials from the Scouts \u003Ca href=\u0022https://scoutsbrand.org.uk/\u0022\u003EBrand Centre\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Leave promo materials"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003ELet them know that we work in teams, so it\u2019s easier to be flexible in the time that we give and the tasks that we do.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EDon\u2019t forget that students can make great\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/running-things-locally/trustee-boards/recruiting-new-trustees/\u0022 title=\u0022Recruiting new trustees\u0022\u003ETrustees\u003C/a\u003E and provide background support, so advertise for those teams too.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf possible, talk about examples of flexibility and other students.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Think flexible"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003ESome universities have a volunteering department or office as part of the student union. Make contact with them and find out about placing role or task ads.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EStudents on teaching and childcare courses often need experience of working with children, so this could be good for improving their CV. Many courses actively encourage volunteering.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EStudent community action groups, individual clubs and societies can also spread the word about the flexible opportunities you have on offer. Ask the local Students\u2019 Union or look on the website for a list of societies.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWould they be happy to put an advert in their prospectus? The advertising of local volunteering opportunities show that they are part of their community.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Target specific facilities"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003ESee if any volunteers work at \u2013 or study with \u2013 a college, university or other education provider.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAsk if there are District team connections already in place.\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ESome universities have a\u00A0\u003Ca rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.ssago.org/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 class=\u0022Hyperlink SCXW131851193 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW131851193 BCX8\u0022 data-ccp-charstyle=\u0022Hyperlink.0\u0022\u003EStudent Scout and Guide Organisation\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/a\u003E (SSAGO) group, who can put you in touch with potential volunteers.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Use SSAGO and existing contacts"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EIt\u2019s important to know the barriers that might affect students, such as having public transport access, making sure venues are accessible, and reducing costs. Could you cover expenses or have grants aimed at student or Network volunteers for learning days, camps and events?\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Know the barriers"}]}]},{"items":[{"gridType":"gridImageBlock","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","image":"/media/4hlfhek3/three-scout-volunteers-sat-in-a-field-doing-crafts-min.jpg","width":7360,"height":4912,"altText":"Three Scout volunteers sat in a field doing crafts","caption":"","link":null},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003EHave an initial chat\u003C/h3\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":false,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EThese early conversations really matter. They set the tone when people are trying to work out what sort of organisation we are.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIt\u2019s really important to be friendly, conversational, helpful and supportive.\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ERemember to keep it simple by using plain English, rather than using acronyms or Scout jargons that may confuse people.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Be friendly and positive"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW264164742 BCX8\u0022 data-ccp-parastyle=\u0022Body\u0022\u003EAlways find out as much as you can about the potential volunteer, such as any previous Scout experience, if they want to work behind the scenes or with young people, or the age group they\u2019d prefer to work with. It means you can find the right team for them.\u003C/span\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Ask questions"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EStudents volunteer to enhance their CVs, meet people with shared interests or simply to have fun. They may not be looking for a long-term, regular volunteering arrangement. Try to find all this out to help them get the most out of the experience.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Know what they want to gain"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW188968799 BCX8\u0022 data-ccp-parastyle=\u0022Body\u0022\u003EIt\u2019s easy to put someone off by overwhelming them with too much too soon, so only tell them what they need to know, like the fact that there will be a team to join. At this stage, they don\u2019t need to know every one of our rules, or every part of our learning system.\u003C/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Keep it brief"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EIt\u2019s also worth highlighting how great volunteering with the Scouts looks on CVs.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EYou could promote professional skills that a volunteer can pick up, such as leadership, public speaking and teamwork.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EVolunteering with Scouts can help improve career prospects, making individuals stand out when applying for jobs and internships.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Promote the career benefits"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EMake sure to have a list or map of the local Scout groups that run in student areas, such as near accommodation halls or near the campus, including the days and times they run.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThis helps give people an idea of when and where they can volunteer, as well as shows how accessible it is to them to get to.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Know which Groups run in student areas"}]}]},{"items":[{"gridType":"gridImageBlock","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","image":"/media/yyqfwdsx/two-leaders-outdoors-jpg.jpg","width":2000,"height":1333,"altText":"Two volunteers wearing uniforms and neckers stand against a wooden fence outside and smile.","caption":"","link":null},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW192804909 BCX0\u0022 data-ccp-parastyle=\u0022Heading 2\u0022\u003EFollow up\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":false,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW84527685 BCX0\u0022 data-ccp-parastyle=\u0022Body\u0022\u003EIt\u2019s so simple but so important. Make a point of sending a note to thank them for their expression of interest. Talk about the great choice they\u2019ve made and the exciting journey they\u2019re about to go on.\u003C/span\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Say thank you"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW206512674 BCX0\u0022 data-ccp-parastyle=\u0022Body\u0022\u003EAim to get back to people who are interested within 48 hours. 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