Help Shape Tomorrow's Leaders | Volunteer Instructor
Waltham Forest Sea Cadets & Royal Marines Cadets
Waltham Forest
Flexible evenings (2 nights a week or more if you'd like)
Full training provided | No military experience needed
Imagine this...
A shy 10-year-old walks through our doors for the first time.
A year later they're confidently leading a team, speaking in front of a room full of people, kayaking on open water and believing in themselves.
You could be the reason that transformation happens.
At Waltham Forest Sea Cadets & Royal Marines Cadets, we're looking for enthusiastic adults who want to inspire young people, learn new skills and become part of an incredible volunteer team.
No military background.
No previous teaching experience.
Just enthusiasm, reliability and a willingness to make a difference.
Why volunteer with us?
This isn't making tea or standing on the sidelines.
You'll become a mentor, coach, role model and leader.
Every week you'll help young people build confidence, learn practical skills and discover what they're capable of.
At the same time, you'll gain skills and qualifications that benefit you too.
✔ Nationally recognised training
✔ Leadership & management experience
✔ First Aid qualifications
✔ Watersports qualifications
✔ Adventure training
✔ Instructor courses
✔ New friendships
✔ Fantastic experiences
✔ A role that genuinely changes lives
What could you be doing?
Every evening is different.
You might be...
- Teaching kayaking, sailing or rowing
- Running sports or outdoor activities
- Helping cadets achieve awards and qualifications
- Teaching navigation, engineering or first aid
- Leading games and team-building activities
- Supporting camps and adventurous weekends away
- Simply being the trusted adult who encourages a young person to believe in themselves
Already have a skill?
Amazing.
Love cooking? Fitness? Photography? Music? Engineering? DIY? Social media? IT? Admin?
Bring it with you.
We'll help you turn your passion into an unforgettable experience for young people.
What we're looking for
We're not looking for superheroes.
We're looking for ordinary people who care.
If you're...
- Friendly
- Reliable
- Positive
- A good team player
- Happy to learn
...then we'd love to hear from you.
People of all backgrounds are welcome.
Essential requirement: Volunteers must be 18 years or older due to safeguarding responsibilities and DBS requirements.
Your commitment
We know life is busy.
That's why volunteering with us is flexible.
Most volunteers attend two evenings each week, with optional weekends, camps and activities if you want to get involved.
The rewards?
Ask any of our volunteers why they stay...
It isn't the qualifications.
It isn't the uniform.
It's seeing a young person achieve something they never believed they could.
That's a feeling you'll never forget.
Apply today
Help shape tomorrow's leaders.
Be the difference they'll remember.
No military experience needed—just enthusiasm and a desire to help local young people thrive.
Job Types: Part-time, Volunteer
Work Location: In person
