This page contains all of the latest news and developments from the Training Team, as well as information about upcoming Training courses and events.
Posted on 13 October 2011 •
The 2012 Training Diary is now available on the Training Diary pages of the website. A leaflet containing the dates for 2012 can be downloaded here.
Once the venues for the training events are confirmed they will be published in the online training diary, keep coming back to check...
NEW: Scouting Skills Evenings - the training team are offering more skills training during 2012 with the introduction of 2 evenings of skills training in a large range of Scouting Skills that we teach the young people in our Sections. Come and try your hand at a few new skills!
NEW: Wood Badge Cafe - these sessions replace the old Training Access Sessions, they have been refreshed with a number of new options - further information available by scrolling down the page. A poster about these events can be downloaded here.
Wood Badge Weekends - these popular weekends return in the same format as last year, further information on the Section Leaders Training Weekends can be found here, and the Managers & Supporters Weekend here.
Adult Training Review - in April we will be giving Leaders the opportunity to tell us what they think of the training on offer here on the Island and discuss the way forward for 2013 onwards! Look out for further information on the event nearer the time.
Module 38 - Skill for Residential Experiences - this residential camping experience is back for 2012, and is the theory aspect to the Nights Away Permit Scheme, further information will be available nearer the event.
Scouting Skills Day - Once again this popular day will be taking place at Corf, and like last year will take place during the Module 38 weekend. Further information about this event is available here.
Pioneering Skills Day - this event returns once again and is a day of practical pioneering skills on a large scale, further information is available here.
The Training Team are looking for individuals to take on the role of 'Group Training Link'. This is a new role which has the primary function of supporting and monitoring the progress of adults in training within the Scout Group.
This role can be taken on by uniformed or non-uniformed individuals, and we are looking for one per Scout Group on the Island. Training for this role will be given in the form of Module 30 Supporting Local Learning, planned for January 2011.
If you would be interested in being your Groups Training Link, please contact David Turner, County Training Manager.
Group Training Link role description.
New for 2012 - Wood Badge Cafe!
Wood Badge Cafe's replace the Training Access Sessions for 2012, these sessions have been revamped and added to:
In addition:
For further information you can download a leaflet here.
Posted on 14 April 2010 •
The Child Protection Team at Headquarters has now changed its name to the Safeguarding Team, as a result the role of the County Child Protection Coordinator has ceased to exist and the new role of Safeguarding Awareness Coordinator was introduced at the beginning of April - this role has been filled by Sara Greedy. The Safeguarding Team at HQ not only looks after Child Protection procedures and training, but also promotes awareness of the Associations Anti-bullying policies and procedures and issues surrounding 'vulnerable adults'.
As a result of this, the training sessions previously known as Child Protection updates are now called Safeguarding Awareness Sessions. These sessions are available to all Adults involved in Scouting, recent changes to the appointments procedure means that this training should be completed every 5 years, and evidence of completing this training is necessary for renewal of appointment. The sessions outline the different types of Child Abuse & the responsibilities and action to take for adults in Scouts if you suspect or receive an abuse allegation, as well as covering the Associations Anti-bullying policies and procedures.
Safeguarding FAQ
These sessions are listed as module 94 in the on-line Training Diary.
Posted on 28 April 2011 •
A new version of Module 1 Essential Information has been launch this month (April). The new elearning material is available via the learners resources page of the national website.
Updates to the Adult's Personal File and Training Advisers Guide can be found on the Adult Learners and Training Advisers pages of this website respectively.
Posted on 07 May 2011 •
The Scouting Skills day took place on Saturday 7th May with 13 Leaders joining 9 Adult Trainers to learn some of the key 'Scouting Skills' that we pass onto our young people.
There were 10 workshops available during the course of the day on a variety of different subjects from across all of the Sections. Leaders were also given the opportunity to have a go at Archery.
Colin Cundall demonstrated and talked about Knife, Axe & Saw skills. He brought along an array of Axes & Saws, and instructed the leaders how to care for and use them, finally giving everyone the opportunity to have a go with both a hand and felling axe. Everyone managed to finish the session with all their fingers, toes and limbs attached!!
Stewart Marriott ran a workshop on Wood Carving which proved popular with the leaders, who started to carve designs on their own walking staffs.
Geoff Brown ran a workshop on rope making which was also popular, using a simple device to twist threads into a rope.
The regular favorites of fire lighting and backwoods cooking entertained most of the leaders led by Paul Steen, Mike Turner, Paul Downes and Colin, they learnt different techniques and the use of man-made and natural materials to start fires. Once the main fire got going, they then had the opportunity to have a go at some backwoods cooking with Paul S, Peter Gilliam and Mike Turner and prepare themselves a little bit of lunch! The rum soaked pineapple went down well!
David Turner, Peter, Colin and Paul D ran a couple of workshops on common knots and lashings which came in handy a little later in the day!
Mike, John Gulliver and David taught a few leaders how to put up a good old 14ft Ridge Tent, and talked about the benefits and pitfalls of different types of tents and how to look after them. They managed to get the tents down just before it rained!
Leaders also had the opportunity to learn about and have a go at setting and following their own tracking trails with Pam Taplin, John, David and Colin; Map and compass skills with Mike, Paul and Peter, and Pam and John ran a workshop on arts and crafts where they made some handy sweet/treat boxes, greetings cards and tissue paper carnations!
The day finished with the Leaders and Instructors dividing into 2 teams to build catapults with large pioneering poles which they then used to fire water balloons at each other! Both of the designs had their strong points, but lots of tinkering and adjustments were made during the water bomb competition, with a little cheating as well!
Thanks go to all the skills instructors who gave up their day to pass on their knowledge and experience and those who provided the opportunity to have a go at Archery & Shooting.
Skills Day will take place again in May time next year, if you would like any specific skills instruction to be included on the day please get in contact with David Turner, County Training Manager.
Posted on 24 July 2010 •
1st Bembridge, St Helen's & Seaview Scout HQ proved to be an ideal location for the Pioneering Skills Day which took place on Saturday 24th July. The outside space, selection of pioneering poles and rope gave the leaders who took part the opportunity to learn and practice their new pioneering skills.
4 leaders attended the day with a varied experience of pioneering from complete novice to 'a little rusty'. The object of the day was to give leaders the opportunity to learn about and practice their large scale pioneering skills. They received instruction from 2 Adult Trainers on not only the practical aspects of pioneering, but also safety considerations and which type of project is appropriate for the Section they work with.
They started the day learning and practicing the five basic knots and lashings used in pioneering. Following this tuition, they chose to build a Brynback Tower to practice their new skills. The teamwork was excellent and with a relaxed attitude and gritty determination they completed the tower with blisters and all!! All of the attendees thoroughly enjoyed the day and left with a great sense of achievement.
The Training Team will be running another large scale pionnering day in June next year.
Posted on 08 January 2011 •
During 2010 Adult Learners completed 503 modules from the Adult Training Scheme.
There are a number of methods that adults can use to complete these modules, in a change to previous years course attendance accounts for over half of the methods used to complete training this year (52%), with prior knowledge coming second (28%). Compare this with last year when prior experience was the most regularly used method (40%), with attending courses coming in second (30%).
52% represents 259 attendances at the 26 courses run during 2010.
We are seeking one individual to join the County Training Team to undertake the role of County Training Administrator.
As County Training Administrator (CTA) you will assist the County Training Manager with all aspects of administration relating to the Adult Training Scheme. Key responsibilities will include using the on-line database to add, update and maintain adult learner information, take and organise bookings for training events, send out invoices and receive payments relating to training activities and minute taking at Team meetings.
This years Pioneering Skills Day is taking place on Saturday 18th June, from 0930 - 1500hrs at 1st Bembridge, St Helen's and Seaview HQ in Mitten Road, Bembridge.
This skills day is an opportunity for Adult Leaders and helpers in any of the Sections to come along and learn new/brush up on their large scale pioneering skills. To book a place on this course, please apply on-line via the Training Session Diary Page.
Check out last years event at the bottom of this page, further information on this years event is available here.
Posted on 12 June 2010 •
Sara Greedy, County Child Protection Co-ordinator, is a trained Ambassador for the Child Exploitation & Online Protection Centre (CEOP). She is running a Train the Trainer session for those people interested in using the 'Think You Know' materials to teach young people how to be safe on the Internet.
The training is taking place on Saturday 10th July, 1000 - 1230hrs, venue to be confirmed. This session is listed as module 94c in the on-line training diary, applications to attend can be made in the normal way.
Posted on 19 September 2010 •
The 'Managing & Supporting Scouting' weekend took place on the weekend of 18th & 19th September. Four Managers and Supporters took part in the weekend completing a total of 32 modules between them!
The weekend covered the training modules specific to managers and supporters covering recruitment and retention of both adults and young people, the importance of recognising achievement and celebrating successes, the worldwide nature of Scouting, dealing with disputes and growth/development plans amongst other topics.
Posted on 31 March 2010 •
The First Wood badge Weekend was held over the weekend of 19th - 21st March, with 5 leaders attending and completing a total of 35 modules between them. The weekend saw the leaders taking part in a number of tasks and activities including building towers with straws and pins, catapults with bamboo canes and elastic bands, creating posters and balancing on beams! The weekend was enjoyed by the participants and the trainers alike. Catering was organised and provided by Terry Cook and Chris Morrison, and no-one went hungry!
Section Leader Wood Badge Weekends provide Adults new to their role in one of the Sections (Beavers, Cubs, Scouts or Explorers) with the opportunity to complete most of the training necessary for their role in one year, and provide an alternative to the module by module method.
This blended approach to the delivery of the Training Modules enables the elimination of the cross-over and repetition of subjects in some of the modules, meaning that it is possible to complete the bulk of the training in just 2 weekends.
A leaflet containing the 2012 Diary Dates is available to download here, giving you all of the training dates for 2012 at your fingertips!
Remember that you can still request modules to be presented locally at a time a place convenient to you, as well as the opportunity for 'Schooltime Sessions' for those who struggle with childcare in the evenings and at weekends.
Posted on 15 November 2010 •
Modules 13, Growing the Movement (Section Leaders) and 21, Growing the Movement (Managers) have changed their names to 13, Developing the Section, and 21, Developing the Movement.
These modules have recently been revised, and their name changed to releflect the emphasis on development rather that just recruitment. Anyone who has already completed and/or validated these modules under their old names will not have to do anything different.
The following has been achieved so far this year:
Updated on 21st January
Posted on 04 January 2012 •
The following people have recently completed 'Getting Started':
January 2011: David Mears (ESL). February: Paul Keefe (ASL), Katie Tillett (ABSL), Julian Thomas (ASL), Peter Camfield (ABSL). April: Simon Merritt (GSL & ASL), Susan Gallagher (ACSL), Maria Darbon (AESL), Elaine Sharkey (AESL), Syretta West (BSL), Michael Dangerfield (ACSL), Derek Finch (AGSL). May: Gary Hughes (AESL), Lynda Downer (BSA). June: Chris Tetley (SASM), Aidan Finch (ACSL), September: Cathy Humphries (ASL), Jo Hunnybun (ABSL), David Pearce (SL). October: Sharon Hewitt (ASL), Ian Scragg (AESL), Simon Martin (ESL), Donna Baker (ASL), Teresa Hirst (ASL). November: Gretel Ingham (CSL), David Lines (ASL), John Gladdis (ASL), Kim Smith (ESL), Tim Scott (ACSL), Hollie Bichino (ABSL), December: Ray Draper (ACSL), Andrew Foster (ASL), James Miller (ASL).
The following people have recently been recommended for their Wood Badge:
October 2010: Trish Jennings (SL), Keith Roe (ASL), Suzanne Davison (CSL), Richard Ambridge (BSL), Vicki Colley (CSL), November: Jane Fallick (CSASM), December: Lizzie Clothier (ACSL). February 2011: Jon Dallimore (AESL) May: Mike Gildersleeves (ASL), Pam Taplin (SL), September: Sarah Burnham (ACSL), October: Joseph Kulmayer Jr (SL), Judi King (CSL). November: Donna Baker (ASL), Simon Merritt (GSL), Kim Smith (ESL), Angela Wallace (ABSL). December: Emily Metcalfe (BSL), Louise Metcalfe (ABSL), David Robinson (CSL), Derek Finch (AGSL). January 2012: Michael Grist (SL), Becky Donovan (ACSL), Sarah Rowe (ABSL), David Rowe (CSL).
The Training Team would like to congratulate them all on their achievements.
Posted by David Turner on 13 October 2011 •
I am really pleased to announce that Marie Smith (BSL at 1st Ryde 1st Binstead) successfully completed a Level 2 NVQ in Activity Leadership in July this year. My congratulations go to her for all of her hard work.
Marie completed her NVQ with BSEL on the same scheme as Lizzie, Karen, Stuart and Hannah.
The Training Team have designed and produced a 'Wood Badge' Badge which is now given to Adult Leaders who are awarded their Wood Badge. The Wood Badge is two wooden beads on a necklace worn around the neckerchief, and is given in recognition that an Adult has completed and validated the training necessary for the role they have in Scouting. The 'Wood Badge' Badge can be worn on the left arm of an Adults Uniform.
Leaders who completed their Adult Training on the Island before Sept 2007 can purchase a badge for 50p from the County Training Manager.