In Girl Guides, adult volunteers look after units of Girl Guides youth members and provide them with the Australian Guide Program. The volunteers can either be trained Guide Unit Leaders, or Unit Helpers, who work as a team to plan activities with and for the girls. This opportunity is working with girls aged 5-9 years. During a meeting, there are usually games, a craft or skill development activity, and discussions, planning, or badge presentations. It is non-formal education, so there are not structured lessons, but each activity will involve learning and skill development in a fun way. North Melbourne Girl Guides meet weekly during school terms in the early evening on Fridays. 2nd North Melbourne Guides currently has girls aged 5-9 years and meets from 6 PM - 7:30 PM.

We also go camping and have special activities on some weekends or holidays. Unit Leaders don't have to like camping, or be good at it, or even go on camps, though many of us do, and find them very enjoyable. This work would suit women with a sense of humour who like being with people, and who are interested in mentoring girls. You don't have to know lots of games or craft or other skills: just be willing to join in.

No previous experience of girl guides is necessary, as comprehensive training and resources are provided.