{"alias":"contentPage","byline":null,"standfirst":null,"content":{"layouts":[{"type":"singleColumn","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Cp\u003EWorking alongside an Explorer Scout Young Leader (ESYL) opens up many great opportunities for a section. ESYLs can bring a range of different skills and experience to the section they support and can help invaluably with the planning and running of your section. This not only benefits your section but allows the ESYL to develop skills for later life, equipping them for successful careers, and to take on adult roles within Scouting. As a section team leader, the support you offer your ESYL will contribute towards their development and ensure that the section gets the most out of their time.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003EYour obligations\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWhile an ESYL is working within a section, the section team leader is responsible for their safety and welfare. It\u0027s important to remember that an ESYL is still a young person, regardless of their responsibilities. The same\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/safe-scouting-cards/safeguarding-code-of-conduct-for-adults-yellow-card/\u0022 title=\u0022Young People First - Yellow Card\u0022\u003EYoung People First (Yellow Card)\u003C/a\u003E guidance you apply to your section should also be applied to ESYLs. You should never spend time one-on-one with an ESYL, and should never directly text or email them without copying in other members of the leadership team, for example.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003ECamps and residential trips\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWhen the ESYL takes part in a camp or residential, consideration should also be given to the sleeping arrangements. The ESYL should have their own separate accommodation. They should not share with adult leaders, or with the young people in the section.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EMissions\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAs part of the Scheme, ESYLs will need to complete \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/running-your-section/running-an-explorer-unit/explorer-scout-young-leaders-scheme/the-missions/\u0022 title=\u0022The Missions\u0022\u003E4 missions\u003C/a\u003E. They should carry out these missions in the section and will need your support to achieve these.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAfter completing a mission, the ESYL may ask you to complete a short statement or make a comment on how they got on. You can log this in their ESYL Logbook. Feedback will help them to evaluate what went well and what they wish to focus on developing further.\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003EGroup Lead Volunteer support\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAn ESYL offers a great opportunity for a section. They bring a range of different skills and experiences with them, and can support with the planning and running of a section. This not only benefits the section, but allows the ESYL to develop their skills for later life, equipping them for successful careers and to take on adult roles in Scouting.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAs the Group Lead Volunteer, you have an important part to play in supporting ESYLs within the sections in your Group. After all, an ESYL is part of a section\u2019s leadership team.\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":false,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EKnow the amount of ESYLs currently active within your Group, and have an overview of who they are. This will help you ensure they are best supported, and will also help when filling in a census. Introduce yourself when visiting sections to make sure they know who you are. If they have any issues in the section, they may come to you or members of the District 14-24 Team. Similarly, it\u2019s important to know who is looking after the scheme in your District and maintain a relationship with them.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EMake sure ESYLs feel supported in the section they support. It\u0027s important that section team leaders are aware of the benefits having an ESYL on board can bring. As a part of the leadership team, they can be involved with running activities and games, help with Youth Shaped programme planning, and get involved in camps. ESYLs will also input fresh and inspiring new ideas, which will benefit the programme. Check in with section team leaders to find out how ESYLs are getting on.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EMake sure all ESYLs have completed Module A within three months and encourage this process. It\u0027s important ESYLs are equipped to respond appropriately should a situation arise, protecting themselves and the young person.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EEnsure section team leaders are aware of the 4 missions. ESYLs should carry out these missions in the section, and may need support to enable them to achieve their goals.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EPromote the wider Explorer Scout provision to the ESYLs in the Group and encourage them to complete their top awards.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"How to support ESYLs as a Group Lead Volunteer"}]},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cbr\u003EDistrict 14-24 Team Leader advice\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe ESYLS is part of the Explorer Scout programme and an important part of the District 14-24 Team.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ELots of Young Leaders don\u0027t know that they are completing the volunteering sections of \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022/volunteers/running-your-section/programme-guidance/information-for-volunteers/top-awards-for-young-people/the-duke-of-edinburghs-award/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022The Duke of Edinburgh\u0027s Award\u0022\u003EDuke of Edinburgh\u0027s Awards\u003C/a\u003E or \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022/explorers/awards/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Explorer Awards\u0022\u003EChief/King\u0027s Scout Award\u003C/a\u003E. Make it a target to tell young people how they can sign up and complete their Awards while they\u0027re a Young Leader.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EYou could organise an introduction session with your District/County DofE Adviser who can help you plan to support the Awards and let you know about any\u00A0\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.dofe.org/learning/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022DofE Learning\u0022\u003Eupcoming adult volunteer learning\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":true,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EWe recommend that 14-24 Team Leaders appoint a member of their team or a team of ESYLs to look after and deliver the Scheme. The team member would be responsible for ensuring the modules are delivered in the District and for developing the ESYL provision.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Managing the Explorer Scout Young Leader\u2019s Scheme in the District"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EAs the 14-24 Team Leaders, you\u0027ll directly line manage the member of the team responsible for the Scheme. In absence of this role, the managing of the Scheme would come to you as line manager.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Responsibilities"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003ERecruiting the right person or people will make the Scheme more successful. Be clear about what you want each person to do, and suggest how you want them to do it.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ERemember: the role requires someone who is inspirational, well organised and engaging when delivering learning.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Recruiting for the role"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EFind out how your team member responsible for the Scheme would like to be supported. Let them know if you\u0027re planning to visit a meeting, and schedule extra time to catch up and review how things are going.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Supporting the team member"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EThe methods used to deliver the modules vary, and can be adapted to the suit the needs of the ESYLs. However, ESYLs must complete module A within three months of starting the Scheme. This is because the module contains an introduction to the Scheme, alongside vital information on child protection, safeguarding and safety.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ENote: ESYLs should also receive a copy of\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/safe-scouting-cards/young-people-first-orange-card/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Young People First - Orange Card\u0022\u003EYoung People First (Orange Card)\u003C/a\u003E, which is the ESYL version of \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/safe-scouting-cards/young-people-first-yellow-card/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Young People First - Yellow Card\u0022\u003EYoung People First (Yellow Card)\u003C/a\u003E given to adult volunteers.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Supporting the team member in delivering the Scheme"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EMake sure the wider Explorer offer is promoted to ESYLs, and ask other Explorer Team Leaders to promote the Scheme in return. The Scheme offers many benefits to Explorers who complete it, and it\u0027s important to shout about that.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EESYLs develop an array of skills, such as communication, leadership and planning. When talking to young people and Explorer Team Leaders, promote the fact that the Scheme counts towards the volunteering elements of other Scouting awards, such as the\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022/top-awards/chief-scout-s-platinum-award/\u0022 title=\u0022Chief Scout\u2019s Platinum Award\u0022\u003EChief Scout\u2019s Platinum\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca href=\u0022/top-awards/chief-scout-s-diamond-award/\u0022 title=\u0022Chief Scout\u2019s Diamond Award\u0022\u003EDiamond Awards\u003C/a\u003E, the \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/running-your-section/programme-guidance/information-for-volunteers/top-awards-for-young-people/the-duke-of-edinburghs-award/\u0022 title=\u0022The Duke of Edinburgh\u0027s Award\u0022\u003EDuke of Edinburgh\u2019s Awards\u003C/a\u003E and the top award in Scouting: \u003Ca href=\u0022/top-awards/kings-scout-award/\u0022 title=\u0022King\u0027s Scout Award\u0022\u003Ethe King\u2019s Scout Award\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ERemember, Explorers can be involved in more than one Unit and Districts can support each other to get the best offer to young people.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Promoting the Scheme to Explorers"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EYou could promote the Scheme to those supporting the Scout section, and talk about why the Scheme matters at District meetings. It\u0027s important that the District Executive understand the importance of the Scheme as they approve the financing of it.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Working with other volunteers to promote the Scheme"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EAs a 14-24 Team Leader, support members of the team in thinking about how you \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/running-your-section/running-an-explorer-unit/explorer-scout-young-leaders-scheme/recognition/\u0022 title=\u0022Recognition\u0022\u003Ecelebrate ESYLs\u003C/a\u003E. The ESYL belt shows a young person has dedicated an incredible amount of time to supporting younger sections and upskilling themselves. It\u0027s important to recognise this achievement in the same way you would a top award.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Celebrating ESYLs completing the Scheme"}]},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cbr\u003EDistrict Trustee Board advice\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe ESYLS is part of the Explorer Scout programme and an important part of the District Trustee Board\u0027s responsibilities.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe District\u2019s role in supporting the ESYLs Scheme involves being:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003Eresponsible for offering a programme for ESYLs within their District.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003Eresponsible for ensuring a member of the District 14-24 Team is appointed to manage the Scheme within the District.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003Eresponsible for covering and running ESYL learning, alongside the District 14-24 Team, in the absence of a member of the 14-24 team.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003Eresponsible for championing and supporting the work of ESYLs across the District.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003Eresponsible for ensuring that there is youth representation on the District Trustee Board.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAdministrative duties include:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003Emaking sure adequate facilities are made available to your District 14-24 Team for learning.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003Eproviding financial support.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003Emaking connections with District, County, Region or Area teams as appropriate.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003Emaking wider partnerships with individuals and teams who can support local ESYL learning (eg SENCO coordinators, safeguarding teams).\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003ECounty, Region or Area teams advice\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ESupporting the ESYLs involves being responsible for:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003Eensuring District Lead Volunteers have a District 14-24 Team appointed with appropriate provision for ESYLs.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003Eworking alongside the County/Region, or Area Programme Team Leaders to provide additional Countywide ESYL learning if deemed needed or wanted.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003Eexploring the possibility of appointing members of the County/Region or Area Programme Teams to support the work of ESYLs within the County, Region or Area.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003Echampioning and supporting the work of ESYLs across the County, Region or Area.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWorking with other adult volunteers also involves being responsible for making connections with other District, County, Region or Area teams as appropriate, and exploring wider partnerships with individuals or teams who can support local ESYL learning (eg SENCO coordinators, safeguarding teams).\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003EGrowing your ESYL provision\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Scheme equips Explorers with life skills and prepares them to be successful citizens. At such an important time in a young person\u2019s life, the Scheme offers them a chance to develop, to give back to their communities and to have fun along the way.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EESYLs are a brilliant asset to any section. They diversify the leadership team and bring fresh ideas and inspiration to the table. With the right development, they can become fantastic section team members or leaders, ensuring that even more young people in the future benefit from the adventures, friendship and skill development Scouting brings.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe greater the number of young people who complete the Scheme, the greater impact the Scheme has. Therefore, growing your ESYL provision locally is an incredibly important task.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EHere are some top tips to consider when growing your provision, or increasing numbers in your District:\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":false,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EDo you have a team around you who can help with delivering modules? Is there anyone who can step in and support if you are away? Delegating tasks and bringing others in on the Scheme is important. If your numbers grow, a strong team can help you to keep on top of the provision and offer a high quality experience.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Get a team in place"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EAt every opportunity, tell people about the Scheme and your role within it. For example, you could talk to other members at District events, email new members in the District to introduce yourself, attend Explorer meetings, or consider sending a newsletter with your name and picture attached.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Become well known for the right reasons"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EWith agreement from Explorer Team Leaders, visit Explorer Units to promote the Scheme. It\u0027s important to work in partnership with Explorer Team Leaders. Explain what it\u0027s all about and run some activities from the modules to promote the Scheme.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Visit Explorer Units"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EWord of mouth can be extremely effective, as ESYLs themselves are the biggest influence to their peers.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Encourage ESYLs to share their experiences"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003ECollaborate with the Explorer Scout Team Leaders and District 14-24 Team. As all these roles support the 14-18 Explorer sections, it\u0027s preferable to make sure there are clear expectations about who is responsible for doing what.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFor example, local schools and colleges are a brilliant place to promote the Scheme, as well as the wider Explorer programme. You might want to come up with a plan of who is going visit schools, and to discuss how you might best approach them.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Work in partnership"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EThe District Trustee Board look after the funding of District provision. If funding is preventing you doing something, speak to your District 14-24 Team Leader and your Treasurer. There may be helpful funds available which you are not aware of. Lots of local businesses and initiatives are very supportive of schemes that help young people develop life skills, too.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EConsider contacting them to see whether they can support. From free pizza donations for learning events, to financial support to help an ESYL go on a section\u2019s camp, it\u0027s always worth finding out what your options are. The Scout Association also offers funds for certain activities. To find out more about what is available at the current time, please visit our\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/running-things-locally/grants-and-funds-for-your-local-group/\u0022 title=\u0022Grants and funds for your local group\u0022\u003Egrants page\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Look at extra funding options"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003ECompleting the Scheme as part of a \u003Ca href=\u0022/explorers/awards/\u0022 title=\u0022Explorer Awards\u0022\u003Etop Scouting award\u003C/a\u003E is a great way to encourage more young people to give it a go.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EYoung leaders are currently less likely to gain their \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/running-your-section/programme-guidance/information-for-volunteers/top-awards-for-young-people/the-duke-of-edinburghs-award/\u0022 title=\u0022The Duke of Edinburgh\u0027s Award\u0022\u003EDuke of Edinburgh\u2019s Awards\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca href=\u0022/explorers/awards/\u0022 title=\u0022Explorer Awards\u0022\u003EChief Scouts Awards\u003C/a\u003E despite their volunteering efforts in the Young Leaders\u0027 Scheme counting towards those awards.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Promote Top Awards"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003ECelebrating and \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/running-your-section/running-an-explorer-unit/explorer-scout-young-leaders-scheme/recognition/\u0022 title=\u0022Recognition\u0022\u003Erecognising successes\u003C/a\u003E is an important part of creating a positive environment. The ESYL journey has seen dedication and hard work. Think about how you can make it a special experience. Don\u2019t forget to celebrate all the work you and your team have put into getting them there, too. Without the support, guidance and hard work of volunteers, the ESYLs would never have completed the Scheme.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Reward and celebrate the successes"}]},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cbr\u003EReviewing the Explorer Scout Young Leader provision in the District\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/running-your-section/planning-your-programme/programme-development-toolkit/\u0022 title=\u0022Programme development toolkit\u0022\u003EProgramme Development Toolkit\u003C/a\u003E is designed to help you plan and review your ESYL provision, and make sure that you are delivering quality Scouting to the ESYLs you work with. A quality programme is challenging, relevant and rewarding for every young person.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWhat we mean by\u003Cstrong\u003E \u003C/strong\u003Echallenging:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003Eopportunities for outdoor and adventurous activities in safe environments.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003Eopportunities for young people to gain confidence by participating in new or less familiar\u0026nbsp;activities, and by stepping outside their comfort zone.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003Eall young people can enjoy and achieve, regardless of their abilities.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWhat we mean by relevant:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003Eyoung people shape the programme based on what they want to learn and explore.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003Ethe needs of every young person are met.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003Evolunteers respond to what young people are currently inquisitive about, reflecting their\u0026nbsp;interests in the programme.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWhat we mean by rewarding:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003Eprogramme actively develops skills for life, including teamwork and leadership.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003Eyoung people are supported with their progression through the sections.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003Eyoung people are excited about Scouting, having fun, and increasing in confidence.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":false,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EThe green (a), amber (b), and red (c) categories below will help you identify any areas where the ESYL Scheme could be improved, and to set targets when planning.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThis tool could be used to review the last year of term, and identify areas that need a greater focus. Pick the answer that best applies to your programme for each question. 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