Leadership Recruitment Information
Trip Outline
In 2025, we are looking to repeat the successes of previous Ski Alpine events by taking a group of Scouts & Explorers from West Lancashire to a European ski resort for a week full of fun and adventure both on and off the slopes.
Who is this trip for?
This trip is intended to be open to everybody that wishes to take part from complete beginners putting on skis for the first time through to black run demons.
When will the trip take place?
Dates of the trip will need to be decided by the leadership team but are most likely to be during the Easter holidays which we expect will fall in the first half of April 2025.
What skills are we looking from the Expedition Leader?
- Someone with sound adventurous activity knowledge and experience. Ideally this is someone with an activity permit or the skills to obtain such a permit prior to the trip.
- Someone with strong leadership qualities who will work with support from the Major Events Group to lead the delivery of this international experience.
- Someone who is an excellent communicator, who can inspire confidence from their team, from the adult participants and from the young people and their parents.
- A good problem solver, who can handle challenging situations and make decisive decisions.
- Someone who conducts themselves professionally at all times and acts with dignity and respect in line with our core Scouting values.
What core-skills are we looking from the Assistant Leaders?
- Someone with adventurous activity knowledge and experience. You may hold or be working towards gaining an activity permit.
- A team player who will support the Expedition Leader in the delivery of this trip, also with the ability to lead areas of this trip as required.
- Skills that will play an integral part in developing the trip and keeping the whole contingent happy and safe.
- Someone who conducts themselves professionally at all times and acts with dignity and respect in line with our core Scouting values.
How much commitment will this trip be?
Leaders will be expected to give up a number of evenings to meet together to plan this trip and to complete the brief report after the trip. They will also be expected to plan and deliver training evenings and at least one weekend. This trip will require commitment from the leadership team, but it’ll certainly be worth it.
How much will this trip cost?
The cost will be dependent on the budget for the trip which leaders will need to prepare and agree. Fees will be calculated in line with the Major Events Group’s Leader Fee Policy. Leaders will have the opportunity to seek financial support if they feel they need it from a variety of sources, including from the West Lancs Scouts Hardship Fund and The Scout Association’s Overseas Fund. Based on previous trips, we would not expect the leader fee to exceed £1,000.
How many leaders are we looking to recruit?
We are looking to recruit around 4 leaders to take approximately 20 participants on the trip.
Who can apply for these leadership positions?
Any member of West Lancs Scouts who is 18 or above is eligible to apply as a leader for this trip.
How do I apply?
You can apply by following the following link, the closing date is 12th November 2023 – https://forms.office.com/e/7KF1TJC2rx
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to a selection day on Sunday 26th November