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# Roles in a Group

Recognise roles such as leader, supporter, mediator and idea-generator. Explain how these roles help a group cover its tasks, and recognise that people can share roles or change roles.

Subject: Personal & Social Development · Area: Friendship & Cooperation · Ages 7 to 9
Page: https://lightmysky.com/learn/personal-and-social-development/roles-in-a-group-mt_w4nSIDhIgC

## Ready when they can

- Name at least three different roles people can play in a group
- Identify their own preferred role and describe its strengths
- Explain how different roles help a group cover its tasks, and recognise that one person can use more than one role

## Lesson: Roles people can use in a group

You have practised sharing ideas and jobs in a group. Roles describe ways to help. A mix of roles can cover different tasks. If people argue over leading and leave other jobs undone, the work may slow down.

**Example.** Four friends make a poster. Mia helps the group choose a plan. Josh hands out markers and encourages others. Priya helps two friends discuss different color choices. Sam suggests pictures. Each action helps with part of the work.

*(drawing: This is a list of roles and jobs, not steps in order. People can share roles.)*

A leader guides the plan and listens. A supporter helps and encourages. A mediator helps people hear each other's views and look for agreement. An idea-generator suggests new ideas. These roles describe actions, not how much someone matters. Ask a trusted adult for help with threats or hurting.

People can share roles or change them as the work changes. To choose a role you enjoy, name an action you like and explain how it helps. For example: 'I like planning. As a leader, I can help us agree on jobs.'

**Recap.** Roles help cover different jobs. People can share or change roles. Name a role you enjoy and how it helps.

*Original lesson, questions and flashcards written for this dataset about group roles and ways to share them.*

## Practice

8 questions on this page, each with its working shown.

## Needs first

- [Working well in a group](https://lightmysky.com/learn/personal-and-social-development/working-well-in-a-group-mt_QxsoqVUt6u)

## Optional connections

- [Communication Vocabulary](https://lightmysky.com/learn/personal-and-social-development/communication-vocabulary-mt_Ag9NSWJu-X)

## Opens up

- [Leadership Styles and Influence](https://lightmysky.com/learn/personal-and-social-development/leadership-styles-and-influence-mt_8StiXnYq1u)
- [Helping Others Resolve Conflicts](https://lightmysky.com/learn/personal-and-social-development/helping-others-resolve-conflicts-mt_AbnwmKD8oe)