The Chair will lead the Trustee Board, ensuring that it fulfils its responsibilities within the Group, District or County/Area/Region. The Chair will work closely with the Group Scout Leader/ relevant Commissioner to achieve the purpose of The Scout Association through the development of local Scouting, in accordance with the Policy, Organisation and Rules of The Scout Association.
In essence, this means leading on Trustee meetings and ensuring that everyone is doing what they should be doing and that the Trustee Board is fulfilling it's obligations.
Objectively and impartially chairing and facilitating Trustee Board meetings.
Acting as the Chair of the Scout Council.
Planning the annual cycle of Trustee Board meetings and setting the agenda for Trustee Board meetings.
Monitoring that decisions and actions agreed at Trustee Board meetings are implemented.
Working closely with the GSL / relevant Commissioner to ensure there are long term and short term goals and the role the Trustee Board can play in helping to achieve these.
Providing direction for the Trustee Board.
Ensuring that all Trustees have been briefed and inducted into their roles, receive appropriate training, and are aware of their status as charity trustees.
Addressing and resolving conflicts that arise.
Membership and attendance of any working groups or sub-Committees set up by the Trustee Board, where appropriate.
For District and County/Area/Regional Chair, acting as the final appeal point for appointment disagreements between the Appointments Advisory Committee and District or County/Area/Region Commissioner.
General Trustee Board responsibilities:
To be a full and active participant in Trustee Board meetings and activities.
To uphold the responsibilities of a Trustee Board as outlined in The Scout Association’s Policy Organisation and Rules.
Willingness and eligibility to act as a Charity Trustee for the Group.
Contribute to the strategic aims and future development of the Group.
An understanding of their own role, and the role of others on the Trustee Board.
A commitment to understanding and forming opinions on the key discussion points and responsibilities of the Trustee Board.
Willingness to complete various tasks which support the work of the Trustee Board and aims of the Group.
Skills for a Chair:
Strong leadership skills.
Strong communication and inter-personal skills.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Able to think creatively and solve problems.
Able to motivate others and encourage participation.
Able to handle and resolve conflict effectively.
Willing to speak one’s mind and listen to the views of others.
Able to maintain independent and objective judgement.
Willing to actively design and contribute to the strategic vision of the Group.
Willingness to take decisions which will further the work of the Group.
Further information on being a Trustee is available from the Scout website by following this
link: https://cms.scouts.org.uk/media/17270/trustee-info-pack-2022.pdf
Bi-annual meetings and as required.
Scout Hut HQ in Annfield Plain near Stanley in County Durham.
The Trustee Board is a friendly team who will give you all the help and support you need to undertake the role. We work well as a tram and support each other fully.
Don't worry if you're not familiar with The Scouts, we can show you the ropes (and even how to tie them in knots if you so wish :-) !) Most of the Trustees are also delivering activities and leading groups, so need someone with a bit more time to keep everything ticking along as it should do in terms of governance.
General flexible online Scout Association training is available and you will be mentored by the previous Chair if required.
Reasonable expenses are paid on receipt, although unfortunately we do not offer travel expenses. If this is likely to be an issue, please let us know so we can assess every case on an individual basis.
Volunteering with us is both fun and rewarding. It offers the opportunity to develop a range of skills and attributes which are transferable to the workplace, such as leadership, confidence, social and organisational skills and team-working. You can make a difference, feel good, and it’s great for personal development, social responsibility, as well as enhancing your CV.
This role is particularly useful for developing skills in governance, organisational development and leadership. Gain experience of a strategic, decision-making role as well as being able to:
• Make friends and meet people
• Challenge yourself
• Positively impact your community
• Create vital opportunities for young people
• Be part of an inspirational and international movement.
Toasted marshmallows optional!
We need new volunteers to support all our Sections as we have a small leadership team of Lead Volunteers. We also have a fabulous parent who helps to maintain the hut and grounds.
We have other roles for adults who prefer to volunteer for Squirrel Scouts (4-6 years), Beavers (6-8 years), Cub Scouts (8-10 years) and Scouts (10-14 years).
