Navy Cadets

Navy Cadets is about dedicated and committed volunteers giving youth the opportunities to experience leadership, team building, self-confidence and a sense of community. Navy Cadets is also about new and challenging adventures that are fun and conducted in a safe and well supervised environment. The life skills that Cadets learn complement their ac... ademic achievements and stand them in good stead for rewarding careers. Many Cadets also inspire others to become solid citizens and leaders of the Australian community. This cannot be achieved without the dedicated support of Navy Cadet Instructors. The local Navy Cadet Unit or Training Ship needs new and passionate volunteer Instructors to come onboard! Becoming a Navy cadet Instructor is equally challenging and rewarding. In addition to the personal fulfilment of being a Navy Cadet Instructor, an allowance can be claimed that recognises their time and their service to the community and the Navy Cadet organisation. Navy Cadet Instructors are drawn from our local communities. To become a Navy Cadet Instructor, you must satisfy the following minimum prerequisites: complete a formal application, including a health declaration; undergo an interview process and check of your referees; undergo a National Police check of criminal charges and convictions; undergo a check of your military conduct record if you have previously served in the Australian Defence Force; obtain a clearance to work with children from the relevant State / Territory child protection agency; and accept the Terms and Conditions of an appointment commit to undertaking a week-long course (possibly away from your home) within 12mths if accepted in the organisation. As an Instructor you will be required to attend regular training courses on a range of topics, including health and safety, first aid, leadership and youth development. If you are passionate about providing the young men and women (13-17 years) the opportunity to develop their confidence, leadership and team-building skills that will properly ...Read More