Have you got the passion to Support our Group going forward?
Our Trustee Board meets 6-8 times per year and plays a key role in ensuring that the group is effectively managing our finances, risk and governance
The Trustee Board of 1st Ferryhill Scout Group is a team of volunteers who work together, as charity trustees, to make sure Scouts is run safely and legally. At the heart of their role is a focus on strategy, performance and assurance. Effective Trustee Board governance helps our volunteers deliver fantastic programmes that give young people skills for life (and experiences they’ll remember for ever!).
Trustees work together to make sure the Group:
• Manages money well.
• Follows Scouts policies and relevant legislation and The Scout Association’s Policy, Organisation and Rules (POR)
• Looks after buildings, insurance and property
• Manages risks
Helps the charity operate well, today and in the future
There is no need to have had any previous involvement with Scouts, all that is required is a willingness to give some of your time and a positive attitude.
We are particularly keen for applications from individuals who do not currently volunteer with the Scouts.
We would encourage applications from people from, black, Asian or minority ethnic communities, and people of all ages and backgrounds to increase the diversity of our Board of Trustees and the diversity of our thinking.
Basic IT skills and access to a computer are required
1st Ferryhill Scout Group
The Scout Hall
Siemens Street
Ferryhill
DL17 8NF
Probably looking for an initial term of two years, following a successful application process and approval at the AGM in September
DBS check to be carried out by the Scout Association.
Training is available, some mandatory units must be completed in five months
This is a volunteer role and as such is unpaid.
Trustees bring a wide range of experience and interests from many walks of life, but they all have one thing in common – the desire to make a difference to the lives of children and young people. Rewards include:
• Knowing that your efforts could help to shape a better future.
• Developing new skills and strengthening existing ones.
• Helping to create a 21st century scout group.
• Working as part of a team, supported by colleagues, mixing with people from a range of backgrounds
• Satisfaction from giving something back to the community.
Applicants aged 18+
Closing date for applications 31st July 2025
An information pack will be supplied upon request
