Leaders - At all stages, Leaders
work with the young people they lead. They provide young
people with exciting and challenging experiences and then
help them use those experiences in their personal and
social development. Leaders are encouraged to develop
their own skills through formal and informal training
experiences and sharing ideas with each other. (Age Range
18-65).
Management - The roles of Group Scout Leader (GSL)
and Commissioner are some of the most rewarding jobs
in Scouting. They are responsible for ensuring that
the young people in their care get the best Scouting
that can be offered. GSLs and Commissioners enjoy working
with a team of adults towards a common aim and often
find that the skills they develop through Scouting can
help them in their work life. (Age Range 21-65).
Skills Instructors - Skills Instructors help Leaders
with training young people on specific activities or
interests such as swimming, cooking, climbing, computers
or crafts. Becoming a Skills Instructor takes up less
time than being a Leader, but many people often find
that the role of Skills Instructor is a good introduction
to Scouting and go on to be Leaders. Becoming a Skills
Instructor is also an excellent opportunity to complete
service projects for schemes like the Duke of Edinburgh's
Award Scheme. (Age Range 16 upwards).
Administrators and Committee Members - Besides all
the other roles in Scouting, each Group, District and
County will have a team of adults and young people who
provide support chiefly with administration, and fund
raising. These people take on the roles of Chairperson,
Treasurer and Secretary as well as any other role agreed
upon locally. Again, training is available and people
who take on these roles find that the training and experience
they receive help them in their own personal development.
(Age Range 18 upwards).
Supporters and Helpers - Adults often find that becoming
an occasional Helper or Supporter is a rewarding way
of offering a little of their spare time. The exact
function of Helpers and Supporters will vary locally
but examples are as wide ranging as making drinks for
Beaver Scouts to driving minibuses for Venture Scouts.
Many Helpers and Supporters choose to join the Scout
Fellowship - the Movement's 'active supporters club'
- who not only help but also usually have an active
social life. (Age Range 18 upwards).
The easiest way is to complete
our online form. This will help you
to find your closest Group. It will also put you in
contact with the District Commissioner who will be able
to answer any specific questions.
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