Volunteering with the Scouts gives you everything: amazing activities, leadership development, lifelong friendships and FUN! Get started now or look around to find out more.
You might be into things like kayaking and rock climbing or perhaps you were a Scout in the past. But don’t worry – no previous experience is necessary. Being a volunteer is a great way to use the skills you’ve got and learn new ones too. So don’t wait. Get the adventure started today!
What do volunteers do?
There are plenty of opportunities, including
- working directly with young people
- supporting or managing other volunteers
- providing specialist support, such as in fundraising, training or media relations
- managing events
- looking after the administrative side of Scouting, such as a secretary or treasurer.
No matter what you are interested in or what skills you wish to develop, there is a role for you.
Why volunteer?
- you’ll have fun and feel rewarded
- you’ll learn new skills
- you’ll make new friends
- you’ll gain externally recognised qualifications
- you’ll add to your CV with membership of professional organisations such as the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM )
- you’ll make a difference and give something back to your community.
Support for you…
- a telephone support and information service
- a full colour, 80 page magazine six times a year
- six special supplements each year for your specialist area
- ongoing training and development
- a dedicated and daily updated website with thousands of downloadable resources to help you in your role
- discounts on a range of outdoor gear and other offers
Your time, your choice…
Volunteering for Scouting gives you the chance to try different activities, visit new places and learn and share skills.
You can decide how much or little time you wish to give and how you spend that time. It could be an evening a week or one weekend a year.