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18/08/2026

This weekend 2 Alnwick cadets took part in event cover for their first football match as observers. They got to witness the aftermath of a couple of incidents and how the St John Ambulance first aiders dealt with them. This experience forms part of their preparation for their forthcoming Community First Aider course in October.

At our weekly group night on Monday our technical skill was revision of observations - types, how they're conducted with and without equipment, and what they could mean is happening to a patient.

We then moved on to the biology of a heart attack and stroke, the symptoms to look out for, and then how a first aider would react to each condition.

Finally, the cadets put together a simple demonstration of all of the above, talking the rest of the group through what was happening to the patient at each stage and the best way to help them while waiting for the emergency services to arrive.

04/08/2026

This week the cadets started with a team game, then took part in 10 mini challenges, testing their knowledge of local healthcare facilities, position finding, simple medical conditions and locating a patient's medical history.

We then progressed to learning about what happens inside the body during CPR and application of an AED, and what can go wrong if it's not done properly.

Finally, the cadets put together a 10 minute demonstration incorporating everything that they had learned across the evening before presenting it to the group.

11/07/2026

Today some of the Alnwick cadets attended the Longhoughton Feast. We had a great day out demonstrating life saving techniques to the public and fundraising for the charity.

Thanks to the organisers for the invite, the cadets for all the effort you put in today, and to everyone who visited us to try CPR and the choking vest!

07/07/2026

This week the Alnwick cadets spent time preparing for the upcoming Longhoughton Feast event at Westfield Park (Saturday 11 July). We've been allocated 2 slots in the showground arena to demonstrate CPR and how to help someone who is choking, so we concentrated on those skills and how to teach the general public what to do in those situations.

Following this, we took advantage of a visit by Andy who had brought some casualty simulation wounds with him, to practice dressing a variety of wounds including those with protruding or embedded objects.

Finally, we finished the evening with scenarios including seizures, stroke, internal bleeding and chest pains.

16/06/2026

This week the Alnwick cadets focused on confidence with speaking in public and demonstrating first aid skills, as part of being First Aid Aware.

We started the evening with a quick session on locating medical information about an unresponsive patient, particularly how to access the medical info section on different mobile phones.

We then moved onto speaking in very small groups, with the cadets choosing from a wide range of first aid and non-first aid related topics. They had to think for a minute and then speak for a minute whilst stood in front of their group.

We then discussed barriers to speaking in front of larger groups of strangers and ways that we can overcome the most significant of those.

Finally, in groups of 3, the cadets had to prepare and deliver a 10 minute demonstration of a first aid skill/skills of their choice to the rest of the group. We were treated to singing, dancing and some excellent demonstrations of techniques that the cadets have learned over previous sessions 👏

09/06/2026

This week the cadets did some consolidation work on communication, both within the first aid team, and when treating a patient.

We then revised the primary survey from last week and moved onto the secondary survey, focusing on questioning of responsive patients, and checking of unresponsive patients, in order to see if there is any treatment that can be given to preserve life prior to the arrival of the emergency services.

03/06/2026

This week the Alnwick cadets revised the primary survey and basic life support, focusing on the decisions to be made at each stage. Getting an AED on scene, maintaining a patient's airway and, if necessary, performing CPR or controlling a severe bleed, can all make the difference in the vital minutes before the emergency services arrive.

Thanks to the excellent attitude of the cadets, their ability to perform this very important task is improving every week. We will frequently revisit the primary survey among the other skills that we practice to ensure that the cadets are ready and able to help, at events and in their communities.

A huge thank you to John and Lauren who came up again to help us.

20/05/2026

This week the Alnwick cadets were shown around a St John Ambulance!

We started the evening being shown various bits of equipment from onboard, what they're for and how they work. The cadets were then allowed to get hands on with some of the kit, before we had a look around the inside of the ambulance.

This was a brief introduction, and later in the year the cadets will have the opportunity to take part in a 2 day Ambulance Awareness weekend where they will use more of the equipment in practice scenarios. This means that if they choose to become First Aiders they will have the necessary awareness to assist ambulance crews when required.

A huge thank you to John and Lauren, who drove all the way up from Durham and back for the evening to enable the cadets to have this experience.

12/05/2026

This week the Alnwick cadets focused on Patient Communication.

Being able to talk to a casualty, ascertain what has happened and summon help is a key skill that requires confidence built over time and practice.

The cadets took part in scenarios to increase their confidence in talking to patients - how to introduce themselves and build rapport, and possible questions to ask.

We then concentrated on making 999 calls, particularly how to summon help as efficiently as possible - the information that a call handler is likely to ask for and determining location in an unfamiliar environment.

07/05/2026

Due to an expanding number of cadets we need 1 or 2 additional adult helpers at the St John Ambulance Alnwick Cadet Group.

We meet once a week on a Monday 1900-2100 at St Michaels Church Parish Hall in Alnwick.

In addition to cadets learning first aid skills and attending events there is a comprehensive programme focusing on 26 life skills such as leadership and teamwork, lifestyle, communication and health.

No prior first aid experience is necessary, just a desire to educate and encourage the next generation. If this sounds like something you would enjoy and could help with please contact us either via DM or email [email protected] for more details.

Address

St Michael's Parish Hall, Walkergate
Alnwick
NE661NB

Opening Hours

Monday

7pm - 9pm

Website

https://www.sja.org.uk/

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