Role Overview
Join the Head of Wellbeing and Inclusion as one of three deputies forming the leadership of the Wellbeing and Inclusion team within the Subcamps Directorate at EIJ 2028. Help deliver wellbeing, safeguarding and inclusion support for young people and adults across the site, through team members based on subcamps, the central wellbeing team and the Snug area. Bring senior-level experience to support informed, balanced decision-making within the agreed pathways, policies and procedures of both Scouting and Girlguiding. Report directly to the Head of Wellbeing and Inclusion, and to the Director and Deputy Director of Subcamps.
3 positions available.
Responsibilities
- Work as part of the Wellbeing and Inclusion leadership team within the Subcamps Directorate
- Deputise for the Head of Wellbeing and Inclusion and step up to lead when required
- Apply a sound understanding of safeguarding, wellbeing and inclusion, including the relevant legal framework, policy and practice, with confidence and confidentiality
- Assess presenting risks in a balanced way, offering professional challenge where needed
- Maintain oversight of presenting needs and thresholds, escalating concerns through the Wellbeing and Safeguarding process
- Support clear, accurate and transparent record-keeping and documentation
- Provide support, guidance and facilitation before the event with the development of the team through online meetings and learning delivery opportunities
- Enhance the planning process in close partnership with the Registration Team with the management of Special Requirements to address reasonable adjustments
- Support team members on subcamps, in central wellbeing and in the Snug to deliver quality support and promote a safe experience for everyone
- Take a consistent, person-centred and non-judgemental approach, leading with empathy and compassion in challenging situations
- Encourage reflective practice, recognising your own limits and seeking help or a second opinion when needed
- Help build a healthy, supportive team in which members look out for one another
- Commit to being on-site full time for the duration of the event and to on-call night shifts (with a rota)
Who we are looking for
Individuals with senior-level experience in safeguarding, wellbeing and inclusion, and the confidence and professional judgement to act when concerns arise. Compassionate, approachable, flexible and non-judgemental people with strong communication and active listening skills are needed. Good organisation, teamwork, discretion with confidential matters and emotional resilience are essential.
As this role involves balancing competing needs and thresholds, applicants will need a recommendation from their current line manager or Lead Volunteer in Scouting or Girlguiding, and should be ready to share their name and contact details as part of the application process.
