Make a Difference: Volunteer with the Army Cadets
Becoming an Army Cadet adult volunteer means stepping into a role filled with purpose, adventure, and personal growth. Whether you want to build your leadership skills, take on exciting challenges, or make a lasting impact in young people’s lives, you’ll find a welcoming and supportive community every step of the way.
You do not need to have a military background or have been an Army Cadet to volunteer with us, and we will provide you with all the necessary training and support you may need.
What You Need to Know
Who Can Volunteer?
Commitment?
Cost?
Why Join?
There are countless reasons to become an adult volunteer, including:
- Making a real difference in young people’s lives
- Developing confidence, leadership, and teaching skills
- Earning recognised qualifications and training
- Becoming part of a friendly, supportive team
- Travelling and attending national and international events
What You’ll Do as an Adult Volunteer
As a volunteer, your experience will be filled with variety, challenge, and opportunity. Here’s what you can get involved in:
- Inspiring Young People: Help cadets learn new skills, build confidence, and achieve their goals.
- Outdoor Adventure: Lead or assist with outdoor activities, expeditions, and competitions.
- Leadership & Teamwork: Develop your own leadership skills while mentoring young people.
- First Aid & Lifesaving Skills: Gain recognised first aid qualifications you can use for life.
- Sports & Fitness: Coach cadets in sports activities and promote a healthy lifestyle.
How to Get Started
If you’re ready to take the first step, we’re here to help. The volunteer joining process is straightforward, and support is available at every stage.
Veteran Volunteering
From serving the nation to shaping its youth.
Veterans gain discipline, skills and leadership through service – qualities that strongly benefit the Army Cadets and the young people it supports. The Veteran to Volunteer Pathway ensures experience is recognised from day one, with relevant skills respected and unnecessary repetition avoided. The aim is to build on existing knowledge, not return to basics. Clear information is provided upfront because time matters, and training is shaped around individual experience. There is no pressure to commit, allowing veterans to explore the opportunity at their own pace.
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Volunteer Testimonial
SSI Geri Burns-Macrae - Merseyside Army Cadets Being the County Media Officer is a privilege and a rewarding role. It’s more than taking photos and posting online—it’s about communication, recognition, and promoting the incredible opportunities the Army Cadets offers to the cadet community.
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Volunteer Testimonial
2Lt Ollie Smith In just 3.5 years in this organisation, I’ve seen a huge change in myself: pride in my work, the ability to adapt quickly, and the confidence to lead others.
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Volunteer Testimonial
It doesn't take much to make a real difference to a young person's day. The sense of achievement you get when a cadet learns a new skill or you see them progress is fabulous.
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Volunteer Testimonial
Capt. J Mannion It is incredibly rewarding and gives you the chance to positively influence young lives, learn new skills and be part of a community that values teamwork, respect and personal growth.
Adult volunteer Gallery
Step into the world of Army Cadet volunteering through our gallery. From adventure training to leadership in action, these snapshots capture the energy, commitment, and camaraderie our volunteers experience every day.
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