County Volunteer Vacancies

Scouting is constantly growing across Herefordshire and Worcestershire and this is made possible by award-winning training and one-to-one support for all adult volunteers. We make sure that everyone gets to make the best use of their skills and talents.

You can be in the thick of activities with a group of young people. You can be working behind the scenes in a management. Or you can be supporting as a trustee or helper. However you volunteer, our approach focuses on what you want to get from Scouting as well as what you can give, while respecting how much time you can offer. We also offer training, free of charge, to support all our adult volunteers.

To apply for any of our roles below please apply here and select the role you wish to apply for in the form: https://form.jotform.com/scoutshw/application-for-county-role

Take a look at our vacancies below:

District Lead Volunteer – South Marches

The current team is looking to stand down and we are sekking either an induviudal or team that would be happy to lead Scouting in Hereford, Leominster and surrounding areas. The current team are happy to have phased handover or a timed handover. So, lots of support from the leadership team in the District and within the County team too.

If you want a chat with either the current team or the County Lead Volunteer please email heretohelp@scoutshw.org.uk and we can arrange a conversation

Role Description:
To manage and support the Scout District to ensure it runs effectively, and that Scouting within the District develops in accordance with the rules and policies of The Scout Association. To ensure the District provides good quality Scouting foryoung people and proactively supports and manages adults in the District.

Responsible to: County /Lead Volunteer

Responsible for: Group Lead Volunteers, District Youth Leads, District Leadership Team Members, 14-24 Team Leaders, Programme Team Leaders, Support Team Leaders, Volunteering Development Team Leaders, District Leadership sub-teams

Main Contacts:
• County Lead Volunteer, County Trustee Board, County Team Members
• District Trustee Board Chair, District Trustee Board, District Team Members,
• Group Lead Volunteers,
• Wider community contacts, businesses, other youth organisation leads, etc

Appointment requirements:
Must complete the relevant training for the role within the prescribed timescales. Must be eligible for charity trustee
status (as a member of the District Trustee Board). This role is likely to include contact with young people and will
therefore require disclosure checks.

Main Tasks

Ensure that the District thrives and has the best systems in place to support the Groups, to support all adult
volunteers in the District and to develop Scouting in the District
Provide line management and support to the adults in the District that directly report to you including setting
objectives for their work and holding regular reviews and one-to-one meetings.
Produce a vision for the District and implement a development plan to meet that vision.
Ensure that Scouting in the District is attractive to young people and adults from all backgrounds in the District.
Ensure that the District has an adequate team of supported and appropriate adults working effectively together
and with others to meet the Scouting needs of the area.
Ensure that problems within the District are resolved so that excellent Scouting is provided to young people in the District.
Work with the County / Area / Region Lead Volunteer and other District Lead Volunteers in the County to ensure that Scouting thrives.
Ensure that an excellent safeguarding and safety culture exists across the District including addressing issues if
they arise, with help from County, Regional and National teams.

Note: Some of the tasks for which the District Lead Volunteer is responsible may be delegated to others in the District Team

Closing date : 15th November 2025

County Learning Lead

The County Learning Lead ensures that learning opportunities are available for volunteers and young people at the County level. This includes managing the learning offer, providing support and guidance, and ensuring volunteers are appropriately trained and accredited. The County Learning Lead also supports District Lead Volunteers to ensure pratical learning is integrated into the County’s overall plan support to our adult volunteers

Here’s a more detailed breakdown of the role:

Responsibilities:

Managing the Learning Offer:

The County Learning Lead oversees the learning resources, skills and practical training programs, and awards available to volunteers and young leaders within the County.

Supporting District Lead Voluteers:

They provide guidance and support to District Lead for volunteer development.
Ensuring Learning Integration:

They work with the County Leadership Team to integrate learning into the overall plan, ensuring that learning opportunities align with the County’s goals and priorities.
Supporting Volunteer Development:

They support volunteers in their development, ensuring they have the skills and knowledge needed to lead their sections and deliver a high-quality Scouting program effectively.
Promoting Learning Opportunities:

They promote learning opportunities to volunteers and young people, ensuring they are aware of the available resources and training programs.
Maintaining Records:

Ensure use the membership system and local files for skills, to keep track of volunteer learning records and create reports to monitor progress and identify areas for improvement.
Facilitating Learning:

They may facilitate learning sessions, training events, or workshops for volunteers and young people.

Key Skills:

Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Organisational skills
Ability to facilitate learning and training
Knowledge of the Scouts learning framework
Understanding of the needs of volunteers and young people
Ability to work collaboratively with other volunteers and staff

In essence, the County Learning Lead is a key figure in ensuring that Scouts in the County provide a high-quality practical and long-term skills learning and development experience for all participants.

To apply send an email to heretohelp@scoutshw.org.uk

Closing date : 15th Novemeber 2025

County Visits Abroad Support Lead

Closing date: Current

Role Overview: Advise and Promote an International Dimension in the Youth Programme within the County/Area

Responsible to: County Lead Volunteer

Responsible for: County Scouters and/or Advisers (International) and local support team members, where appointed

Main Contacts: County Lead Volunteer, County Chair, County/Area Team, Leaders in Groups, International Commissioner and International Office at HQ, County/Area Administrator, County Scout Network Commissioner, Members of County/Area Scout Network, Explorer Scouts, FDO, and other NSOs.

Appointment Requirements:

Understand and accept The Scout Association’s policies

Obtain satisfactory DBS Clearance

Obtain the Visit Abroads Accreditation

Role Expectation: Whilst volunteering for this role, you will undertake regulated activity including governance of the Part A and B application process for teams wanting to visit abroad.

Main Tasks

Deliver a Balanced Programme:

Team Contribution: Participate actively as a member of the County Team

Development: Assist in the growth and development of the County

Support Network: Establish and coordinate a support network for the international dimension of the programme

Global Support: Aid the integration of global and international aspects into the balanced programme

Travel Assistance: Provide support to parties and individuals travelling abroad and hosting international Scouts

Relationships: Maintain effective working relationships with all County/Area Team members

International Activities: Coordinate and support international activities at a County level

Awareness: Help the County Programme Team develop international awareness among leaders and young people

Liaison: Communicate regularly with the International Commissioner and the International office at HQ

Information Management: Keep up-to-date information on international initiatives and distribute them widely

Note: Any additional tasks to be agreed with your line manager.

Closing date : 15th November 2025

Volunteer County Quartermaster

Responsible to: County Lead Volunteer

Main Contacts: County Volunteers, Section Leaders, other Section-based volunteers, Treasurer

Appointment Requirements: Complete a Personal Enquiry including a Disclosure Check.

Role Expectation:

While volunteering for this role, you may undertake regulated activity.

The County Quartermaster is not an ex-officio member of the Trustee Board nor a member of the Trustee Board unless appointed.

Specific Accountabilities Include:

Taking stock of all county kit and organising a comprehensive catalogue
Enabling scout groups to use and rent equipment
Maintaining an up-to-date centralised equipment database (using Online Scout Manager)
Ensuring equipment is in a good, usable state and easily available for camps and activities
Assisting in the picking and preparation of equipment before camps and activities
Checking all equipment is returned after use and ensuring it is clean and in good working order
Arranging for the repair or replacement of equipment and other resources
Ordering new equipment and resources
Keeping all storage areas tidy and safe
Working with the Treasurer to ensure all equipment is adequately insured

Closing date : 15th November 2025

Volunteer Manager – The Shire

In Scouts terms we call this role a District Lead Volunteer, a person who supports groups in a District, one of nine in our County. This District is extra special because it is newly formed with groups opening in Tenbury, Bromyard and surrounding areas.

Check out the info pack for full details.

Candidate Pack – The Shire DC Application Pack

Closing date : Current

Trustees – The Shire

In Scouts terms, Trustees for the District are known as the District Executive Committee. The Exec supports the District Volunteer Manager to proactively manage and support adult volunteers and develop the District, ensuring that it runs effectively and enabling the District to provide good quality Scouting for young people.

We are currently recruiting for 2 Trustees to support the District. Check out the info packs for full details of each role

Chair Candidate Pack – The Shire Chair Application Pack

Treasurer Candidate Pack – The Shire Treasurer Application Pack

Closing date: Current

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