{"alias":"contentPage","byline":null,"standfirst":null,"content":{"layouts":[{"type":"singleColumn","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Cp\u003ECompleting the Scheme can help young people stand out when they are applying for jobs, apprenticeships or further education opportunities. Upon completion, the next best step will be different for every individual, depending on where they are in their Scouting journey.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EHere are some of the opportunities available to them:\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":true,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EThe fifth and final section in Scouting is Scout Network. Each District can have one Scout Network, providing an opportunity for 18-25s to scout with a flexible approach. District Scout Networks organise projects and events under the themes of International Scouting, Community and Adventure. 18 to 25 year olds in Scouting can also belong to the UK Scout Network. This means they can still get involved with Scouting, even if away at university, working or starting families. It is a flexible, opt in or out approach, allowing members to join in with specific events and projects that suit their needs and interests with a pay to play approach.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Scout Network"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EOn completion of their set time working towards an award, it\u0027s important that any Young Leaders who are non-members are given an opportunity to join Scouting. For them to continue as a Young Leader once their set time is over, they must be registered as an Explorer Scout.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Non-member Young Leaders working towards their Duke of Edinburgh\u0027s Awards"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EThe ESYLs\u2019 Scheme is a great way for young people to learn to become excellent section team leaders or members. Through undertaking the modules, they are gaining many of key skills required for running a section. By carrying out their missions, they are putting this learning into action. If ESYLs later decide to take on adult roles, they will therefore not need to start their learning from scratch.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIt\u0027s important to recognise that ESYLs will have gained a wealth of knowledge and experience throughout the Scheme. As usual, a conversation should be had to establish the knowledge and confidence levels of any new volunteer. They may have gained evidence that can be used towards learning as part of their adult role, although they will need to explain how this is relevant.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe guide in\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.scouts.org.uk/volunteers/running-your-section/running-an-explorer-unit/explorer-scout-young-leaders-scheme/the-explorer-scout-young-leader-delivery-book/appendix-a/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Appendix A\u0022\u003EAppendix A\u003C/a\u003E at the back of this resource explains how knowledge and skills gained in the Explorer Scout Young Leaders\u2019 Scheme can be used as prior learning towards adult learning.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EESYLs can use the modules and missions they have completed as prior learning when they come to adult learning and working towards their Wood Badge. Like all leaders, they will still need to validate their learning. More information can be found in\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.scouts.org.uk/volunteers/running-your-section/running-an-explorer-unit/explorer-scout-young-leaders-scheme/the-explorer-scout-young-leader-delivery-book/appendix-a/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Appendix A\u0022\u003EAppendix A\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Adult volunteering"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EThe skills and knowledge ESYLs develop whilst leading a section will be transferable to a wide range of roles within Scouting. At 18, members can join Trustee Boards, become managers in Scouting, or take on the role of Youth Lead. To give back, an ESYL may like to get involved with delivering the Scheme in the future, or they may like to sit on the District Trustee Board to help influence and shape the future of the Scheme locally.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Other adult roles in Scouting"}]},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cbr\u003EThe journey to adult leadership\u0026nbsp;\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe ESYLs\u2019 Scheme is a great way for young people to learn about becoming section team leaders or members. Through undertaking the modules, they are gaining many of key skills required for running a section. By carrying out their missions, they are putting this learning into action. If ESYLs later decide to take on adult roles, they will therefore not need to start their learning from scratch.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIt\u0027s important to recognise that ESYLs will have gained a wealth of knowledge and experience throughout the Scheme. 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