Durham Scouts is growing and going from strength to strength, but with more young people wanting to join every week we need more adult volunteers to help us develop and deliver fun, exciting and challenging programmes that help us deliver Skills for Life.
We want to provide all young people (girls and boys) in Gateshead, South Tyneside, Sunderland, County Durham and Darlington with the best possible opportunities in life and we’d love you to help us achieve that.
We have opportunities for you to work directly with young people, but there are also plenty of other jobs you can do to support our section leaders. Whatever your skills or experience, however much time you have to give, we can help you put your skills and time to good use and we can guarantee that you’ll have a great time enjoying ‘the game of Scouting’
Current Opportunities
As well as opportunities in local sections and Scout Groups, we have some key opportunities volunteering with Durham Scouts. No Scouting experience is necessary for these roles and support will be provided from our experienced volunteers.
Lead Volunteer
Bryan Johnson will be stepping down as Lead Volunteer for Durham County at the end of this year. Bryan has led the County through a significant period of transformation, reshaping…Find Out More
Programme Team Leader
Are you an ‘I’ve got a great idea’ person? In the County Programme Team, you’ll help Durham Scout County support our Volunteers to run brilliant programmes for young people. From…Find Out More
Growth & Development Team Leader
Are you passionate about learning and development? Do you have the leadership skills to inspire and support a team? We’re looking for a Growth & Development Team Leader to play…Find Out More
External Communications Volunteer
Are you passionate about storytelling and community engagement? Durham Scouts is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join our Communications Team and help spread the word about the amazing work we do! As…Find Out More
Manager and Supporter Team Leader
Are you passionate about training and development? Do you have the leadership skills to support a team and deliver high-quality learning programs? We’re looking for a Manager and Supporter Team…Find Out More
Future Leaders Team Leader
Are you passionate about leadership development and inspiring the next generation of volunteers? Do you have the vision and skills to design impactful programs? We’re looking for a Future Leader…Find Out More
Looking for section and group based opportunities? search your postcode.
Benefits
Recent research has shown that the majority of people who volunteer report having improved life satisfaction and improved self-esteem and also have reduced feelings of loneliness and stress. Nearly two thirds also said that since starting volunteering they have developed useful employability skills; with a majority saying they feel more confident and more motivated in their jobs.
As a volunteer with Durham Scouts you’ll not only help our young people develop Skills for Life, but you’ll also develop your own transferable skills which you can take into education and employment. You’ll also get to take part in new adventures, experience the great outdoors (if that’s your thing), make lots of new friends and have a lot of enjoyment.
Put simply, volunteering with Durham Scouts is good for you, good for your CV, good for our young people and is great fun!
