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Volunteer with us

Adult volunteers make Scouts happen. Whether you'd rather be on a campsite or behind the scenes — there's a role that suits the time you can give.

Get in touch Read about volunteering on scouts.org.uk

Working with young people

Section Team Leaders, team members, occasional helpers, young leaders.

Plan and run a weekly programme of games, badges, activities and adventures. You don't need scouting experience — we'll train you, and you'll work alongside our experienced volunteers.

Most volunteers help for a couple of hours one evening a week, plus the occasional camp or outing. Some come every week, some come once a month — both are valuable.

Supporting the group

Trustees, treasurer, secretary, fundraising, premises, comms.

Behind every great section is a team keeping the lights on — managing finances, looking after the building, running fundraising appeals, handling governance.

Many of these roles are a few hours a month, often from home. Particularly useful for parents whose children are already in the group — a great way to give something back without committing to a weekly evening.

Young Leaders

Volunteering isn't just for adults. Young people aged 14 to 18 can take part as Young Leaders, helping to run our Beaver, Cub and Scout sections — leading games and activities, taking on real responsibility, and building skills and awards (including the Duke of Edinburgh's Award) along the way. We have Young Leaders supporting sections right across the group.

If you're an Explorer-age young person keen to get involved — or a parent finding out more — we'd love to hear from you.

Get in touch about Young Leaders

What's involved

All adult volunteers join through Scouts UK and complete an enhanced DBS check — we'll guide you through it.
Training is free and split into short modules — you start helping straight away while you complete it.
You don't need to commit forever. Tell us how much time you can give, and we'll find a role that fits.

For the full picture of adult volunteering in Scouting, see scouts.org.uk/volunteer.

Interested? Let's talk.

Drop us a message — no commitment, just a chat. We'll explain what we're looking for and what suits you.

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