DofE Volunteer

About the role

JLGB delivers a faith-sensitive, kosher The Duke of Edinburgh's Award programme, supporting around 1,000 young people each year to achieve their Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards. As a volunteer, you’ll help young people gain skills, build confidence, and complete one of the UK’s most respected youth awards.

Volunteer Responsibilities

• Support and supervise groups of young people aged 14–18
• Camp overnight during two- or three-day expeditions
• Encourage, motivate, and guide participants to help them succeed
• Ensure JLGB safeguarding, safety policies, and DofE standards are upheld

Essential

• Experience working with young people (formal or informal)
• Strong communication skills with both adults and young people
• Reliable, organised, and comfortable planning or leading small groups
• Calm, supportive approach to decision-making and problem-solving
• Willingness to complete an Enhanced DBS check (facilitated by JLGB)

Desirable

• Outdoor leadership experience or qualifications
• Previous involvement in DofE or youth expeditions
• Full UK driving licence is helpful for expedition support