We’re currently looking for a District Lead Volunteer. This is a management role, and we need someone who can provide leadership, motivation and guidance to our adult volunteers.
A large part of this role involves managing and supporting Group Lead Volunteers, who manage local Groups. A key source of support for the District Lead Volunteer is their line manager, who is the County Lead Volunteer You don’t need any prior experience of Scouting to apply for this role, we’ll make sure you’re fully trained and supported.
In addition to managing Group Lead Volunteers, District Lead Volunteers also ensure that support is available at every level, so that all volunteers feel valued, motivated, inspired and focused on providing first-class Scouting for young people. The most successful District Lead Volunteers recognise the importance of valuing the hard work of volunteers, seeks to ensure that they feel happy and supported, week after week and that they are regularly thanked for what they do.
The District Lead Volunteer provides direction for the District and will help others see the bigger Scouting picture through their leadership.
We encourage everyone in management roles within Scouting to adopt an approach that combines the skills of both leadership and management.
