Adult Volunteers (18+)
Please see below for a list of current volunteering opportunities within Scouting in the Romsey area. All roles within Romsey Scouts, unless specifically stated, are voluntary (non paid).
If you see a role that interests you please email our Deputy District Commissioner, who will provide more information and arrange to get you involved. Simple!
Alternatively if you do not see a role that takes your interest please email us, and we will find a role to suit your interests.
Doctor Peter Centre Facilities Manager
The Facilities Manager is a key role which is to help manage and support the Scout District to ensure it runs effectively and safely within the District HQ. They would ensure the building is maintained and any issues are raised with their relevant executive committee. Please click here for the full role description.
Location:
SO51 8EA, Baden Powell Way, Romsey
Activities Coordinator
The Assistant District Commissioner is a key role which is to help 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.
The main task of this role is to promote adventurous activities to the leaders and be a source for advising on how to obtain permits. Note this role does not require the individual to hold a permit for activities as it is fundamentally a coordination role.
Please click here for the full role description.
Location:
SO51 8EA, Baden Powell Way, Romsey
Events Coordinator
The Assistant District Commissioner is a key role which is to help 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.
The main task of this role is to head up the organisation and delivery of our St Georges celebrations, Mayors Picnic and Romsey Show stands, as well as other district lead events. Please note this role does not require a ‘qualified’ leader as it is fundamentally a coordination role.
. Please click here for the full role description.
Location:
SO51 8EA, Baden Powell Way, Romsey
Development Coordinator
The Assistant District Commissioner is a key role which is to help 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.
The main task of this role is to head up the organisation and delivery of the development within the district. This would mostly involve recruitment of adult volunteers to ensure sections and groups thrive. Please note this role does not require a ‘qualified’ leader as it is fundamentally a coordination role.
Please click here for the full role description.
Location:
SO51 8EA, Baden Powell Way, Romsey
Programme Coordinator
The Assistant District Commissioner is a key role which is to help 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.
The main task of this role is to ensure section leaders are aware of national, county and district drives. Advising leaders on delivering a balanced programme and monitoring POR for any changes and ensuring the relevant people are informed. Please note this role does not require a ‘qualified’ leader as it is fundamentally a coordination role.
. Please click here for the full role description.
Location:
SO51 8EA, Baden Powell Way, Romsey
Growth Coordinator
The Assistant District Commissioner is a key role which is to help 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.
The main task of this role is to head up the organisation and delivery of the growth within the district. This would mostly involve locating new youth members to ensure sections and groups thrive. Advising groups on opportunities to open new sections. Please note this role does not require a ‘qualified’ leader as it is fundamentally a coordination role.
Please click here for the full role description.
Location:
SO51 8EA, Baden Powell Way, Romsey
Section Assistant
Section Assistants are adult volunteers who assist the Section Leaders and Assistant Section Leaders in delivering a balanced programme to young people in Scouting.
We will locate a group close to you, or elsewhere within Romsey if that suits your lifestyle.
Assistants would assist the section leaders with the weekly meetings, where possible.
This role is great if you cannot make a weekly commitment but you still wish to give something back to the community.
You will receive all the training required in a friendly atmosphere, which is flexible and able to fit around your schedule.
Scouting is open to all. If you feel that this role is not quite the role for you, then please speak to a member of the team who will be able to suggest a more suitable position.
Some roles within scouting requires us to check the background of applicants to ensure that they do not have a history that would make them unsuitable for posts they are trying to fill. Disclosures will provide details of a person’s criminal record, including convictions, cautions, reprimands and warnings held on the Police National Computer (PNC).
This is a free to all applicants. If you feel that you may have something that you do not wish to disclose please make us aware when you meet the team.
Locations available :
SO51 8EA, Baden Powell Way, Romsey
SO51 6DD, Romsey SO51 6DD, UK, Romsey
SO52 9JZ, Queens Ride, Southampton
SO51 0NL, Timsbury, Romsey SO51 0NL, UK, Romsey
SO51 0PB, Romsey SO51 0PB, UK, Romsey
SP5 2DW, Landford, Salisbury SP5 2DW, UK, Salisbury
SO16 0UX, Knowles Close, Southampton
Section Leader
This is an exciting opportunity to help Scout Groups in the Romsey District to grow and allow more children to join Scouting.
You can decide how much or little time you wish to give and which age range you work with.
There are three age ranges (sections) in a Scout Group:
Squirrels 4 -6 years
Beaver Scouts 6 – 8 years
Cub Scouts 8 – 10.5 years
Scouts 10.5 – 14 years
As part of a leadership team you will help plan, organise and deliver a balanced programme of activities, events and experiences, based around three main themes: outdoor and adventure, skills and world. In each section a range of badges and awards support all aspects of Scouting, including: leadership, teamwork and personal development.
Why volunteer?
– you’ll have fun and feel rewarded
– you’ll learn new skills
– you’ll make new friends
– you’ll add to your CV and have the opportunity to gain qualifications
– you’ll make a difference and give something back to your community.
Love camping, walking, being outdoors and inspiring young people? If you enjoy being part of a team then this is the perfect match for you.
Prior experience or a connection with Scouting is not necessary and we welcome people from all backgrounds.
You will receive all the training required in a friendly atmosphere, which is flexible and able to fit around your schedule.
Scouting is open to all. If you feel that this role is not quite the role for you, then please speak to a member of the team who will be able to suggest a more suitable position.
Some roles within scouting requires us to check the background of applicants to ensure that they do not have a history that would make them unsuitable for posts they are trying to fill. Disclosures will provide details of a person’s criminal record, including convictions, cautions, reprimands and warnings held on the Police National Computer (PNC).
This is a free to all volunteers. If you feel that you may have something that you do not wish to disclose please make us aware when you meet the team.
Locations available :
SO51 8EA, Baden Powell Way, Romsey
SO51 6DD, Romsey SO51 6DD, UK, Romsey
SO52 9JZ, Queens Ride, Southampton
SO51 0NL, Timsbury, Romsey SO51 0NL, UK, Romsey
SO51 0PB, Romsey SO51 0PB, UK, Romsey
SP5 2DW, Landford, Salisbury SP5 2DW, UK, Salisbury
SO16 0UX, Knowles Close, Southampton
Communication (Marketing) Coordinator
The Assistant District Commissioner is a key role which is to help 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.
The main task of this role is to oversee the marketing materials the district hold, ensuring that they are unto date and on brand and advising the district on any new marketing opportunities.
Please click here for the full role description.
Location:
SO51 8EA, Baden Powell Way, Romsey
Nights Away Assessor
NAAs are appointed by Districts, and occasionally Counties, through the same process as any other adult appointment. To be considered as a NAA, or for renewal of a role as NAA, you need to fulfil the following criteria:
Technical Knowledge
To ensure that they all have the technical knowledge required to carry out the role, all NA As are required to hold a Nights Away Permit. The level of Nights Away Permit that the NAA holds also determines the level of permit they can assess for, so a NAA holding; an indoor permit can only assess for indoor permits, a campsite permit can assess for campsite and indoor permits, a greenfield permit can assess for any permits, a lightweight expedition permit can only assess for lightweight expedition permits.
Assessment Skills
As well as having the required technical knowledge, NAAs also require the skills to be able to assess. This training and validation is provided through NAA’s version of Module 25 Assessing Learning of The Scout Association’s adult training scheme. Due to the modular format of the training scheme this will involve no unnecessary training courses for those who already have these skills, as validation of can be done through carrying out an assessment with the support of a Training Adviser (who will quite possibly be an experienced NAA).
Remain Up To Date
It’s important that NAAs remain up to date and active within their role. To ensure that they are, all NAAs are required to have been on at least a day (7 hours) of NAA workshops or forums within the last five years. This figure should be seen as the minimum rather than the target. These workshops could be run by Districts, Counties, Regions, Nationally or a combination of the above.
Please click here for the full role description.
Location:
SO51 8EA, Baden Powell Way, Romsey
SO51 6DD, Romsey SO51 6DD, UK, Romsey
SO52 9JZ, Queens Ride, Southampton
SO51 0NL, Timsbury, Romsey SO51 0NL, UK, Romsey
SO51 0PB, Romsey SO51 0PB, UK, Romsey
SP5 2DW, Landford, Salisbury SP5 2DW, UK, Salisbury
SO16 0UX, Knowles Close, Southampton
Assistant Explorer Scout Leader
Outline: Support the operation of the Section. In particular, assisting to provide and develop quality Explorer Scouting and the planning and delivery of the Balanced Programme, with the help of other Section Leaders, Assistant Section Leaders, Section Assistants, Young Leaders and members of Scout Active Support as appropriate. Some of the tasks for which the Assistant Section Leader is responsible may be delegated to others in the Section, including other Section Leaders, Assistant Section Leaders and Section Assistants.
Responsible to: District Explorer Scout Commissioner.
Main Contacts: Explorer Scouts, parents/carers of Explorer Scouts, District Explorer Scout Commissioner, District Explorer Scout Administrator, Assistant Explorer Scout Leaders, Section Assistants, Assistant County Commissioner (Explorer Scouts), Group Scout Leaders, Scout Leaders, County Scout Network Commissioner, Explorer Scout Leader (Young Leader).
Appointment requirements: Must successfully complete the appointment process (including acceptable personal enquiries and acceptance of The Scout Association’s policies). During the five months of Provisional Appointment the relevant Getting Started modules must be completed. A Wood Badge must be completed within three years of Full Appointment, and ongoing safeguarding and safety training completed as required.
It’s expected that whilst volunteering for this role you will undertake regulated activity.
Main Tasks
Delivery of a Balanced Programme:
• Support the delivery of a safe, exciting and stimulating Balanced Programme for the Explorer Scout Section taking into account the needs, interests and abilities of the Explorer Scouts.
• Support the safe delivery of the programme in accordance with the Policy, Organisation and Rules of The Scout Association.
• Support the Explorer Scout Leader in ensuring that every Explorer Scout in the Unit has the opportunity to attend at least one night’s away experience each year.
• Actively support and promote the achievement of badges and awards, in particular Platinum and Diamond Chief Scout’s Awards, the Queen’s Scout Award, Explorer Belt and the Duke of Edinburgh’s
Award Scheme.
• Actively co-operate with others at Group, District and County level to promote the Moving On Awards. This includes young people moving from the Scout Section to the Explorer Scout Section; or from the Explorer Scout Section to the Scout Network. This also includes promoting all options available to people within Scouting when reaching 18. These include Scout Network membership, Scout Active Support membership, and the full variety of adult appointments.
• Actively work with other adults in the District, or with Groups, to support and promote District or multisection activities and events
Support the Explorer Scout Leader to ensure that every member of the Unit has the opportunity to participate in all Explorer Scout activities within the District.
• Support the Explorer Scout Leader to ensure that those Explorer Scouts who want the opportunity to participate in the Young Leaders’ Scheme can do so.
• Support the Explorer Scout Leader to ensure that all Explorer Scouts have input into the programme and the running of the Unit and are able to review it. This may be through the use of a Unit or District Forum, or through other suitable methods.
Operation of the Section:
• Work with the Explorer Scout Leader, District Explorer Scout Commissioner and others to support recruiting and inducting appropriate Assistant Explorer Scout Leaders and Section Assistants.
• Ensure accurate records are kept of the young people in the Section in accordance with the Data Protection Act and pass these records to the County Scout Network Administrator when the Explorer
Scout reaches the age of 17 or prior to moving to the Scout Network.
• Regularly review the operation of the Unit and contribute to the review of the District programme.
• Make and maintain good relationships with parents/carers of the Explorer Scouts.
Wider District Tasks:
• Follow the District’s financial procedures which must be in accordance with POR.
• Attend and contribute to relevant District and County meetings. These may include meetings of the District and Scout Council, District Explorer Scout Planning Forum and District Explorer Scout Meeting, and other meetings of leaders at District and County level.
If the Explorer Scout Unit has a partnership agreement with a Scout Group, attend and contribute to relevant Group meetings. These may include meetings on the Group (Council(s). Location:
SO51 8EA, Baden Powell Way, Romsey
SO51 6DD, Romsey SO51 6DD, UK, Romsey
SO52 9JZ, Queens Ride, Southampton
SO51 0NL, Timsbury, Romsey SO51 0NL, UK, Romsey
SO51 0PB, Romsey SO51 0PB, UK, Romsey
SP5 2DW, Landford, Salisbury SP5 2DW, UK, Salisbury
SO16 0UX, Knowles Close, Southampton
Explorer Unit Assistant
Outline: Section Assistants are adult volunteers who assist the Section Leaders and Assistant Section Leaders in delivering the programme to young people in Scouting.
Responsible to: District Explorer Scout Commissioner.
Main Contacts: Young people, parents/carers, Section Leaders, other Section-based volunteers, Group Scout Leader or District Explorer Scout Commissioner, Young Leaders.
Appointment requirements: Must successfully complete the appointment process (including acceptable personal enquiries and acceptance of The Scout Association’s policies). Complete Getting Started training requirements within 5 months of full appointment.
It’s expected that whilst volunteering for this role you will undertake regulated activity.
Main Tasks
Delivery of a Balanced Programme:
• Running games and activities as part of weekly section meetings and other section events.
• Assisting young people to achieve badges and awards.
• Assisting with residential experiences for the section.
• Assisting the section with taking part in a varied, exciting and safe programme of activities.
Note: any other tasks are to be agreed with the Line Manager.
Location:
SO51 8EA, Baden Powell Way, Romsey
SO51 6DD, Romsey SO51 6DD, UK, Romsey
SO52 9JZ, Queens Ride, Southampton
SO51 0NL, Timsbury, Romsey SO51 0NL, UK, Romsey
SO51 0PB, Romsey SO51 0PB, UK, Romsey
SP5 2DW, Landford, Salisbury SP5 2DW, UK, Salisbury
SO16 0UX, Knowles Close, Southampton
Still Undecided?
The Royal Voluntary Service list several benefits of volunteering:
Gaining new skills,
Making new friends,
Mental and physical health and wellbeing,
Giving something back,
Improving your confidence.
If you see a role that interests you please email our Deputy District Commissioner, who will provide more information and arrange to get you involved. Simple!
Alternatively if you do not see a role that takes your interest please email us, and we will find a role to suit your interests.
