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Be the Leader They’ll Always Remember – Join 12th/74th Scouts

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About this Opportunity

Overview:

Want to make a real difference in your community – and have fun doing it?
We’re looking for enthusiastic, caring, and community-minded adults to join our team as volunteer leaders for Beavers (6–8), Cubs (8–10½), and Scouts (10½–14) at 12th/74th Leicester Scout Group.

Love working with young people? Want to give back to your community while having fun? The 12th/74th Leicester Scout Group is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to support our Beavers, Cubs, and Scouts (ages 6–14) on Wednesday evenings from 6:30–8:00 PM. Whether you’re leading games, helping with badge work, or supporting outdoor adventures, your time makes a big difference! Full training is provided, including First Aid, safeguarding, and modules on working with young people. No experience needed – just a positive attitude and a willingness to get involved. Flexible roles available and a warm, friendly team ready to welcome you. Come and be part of something inspiring – help shape the next generation of confident, capable young people.

Organisation:

Scouts

Minimum hours:

2

Address:

29 Mere Road, Leicester

LE5 3HS

Location:

Onsite

About the organisation:

We’re Scouts and everyone is welcome here. Every week, we help almost half a million people aged 4-25 develop skills for life. Are you ready to join the adventure?
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Full Details:

Looking for a fun and flexible way to give back to your community? Come and join the 12th/74th Leicester Scout Group! We’re looking for friendly, enthusiastic volunteers to support our Beavers, Cubs, and Scouts (ages 6–14) on Wednesday evenings, 6:30–8:00 PM.

Whether you’re leading games, helping with crafts, or supporting outdoor adventures, your time will help young people grow in confidence and skills. No experience? No problem — full training is provided, including First Aid, Safeguarding, and modules on working with young people.

You’ll:

Build leadership and teamwork skills

Be part of a fun, welcoming team

Make a real difference to local young lives

Receive a free DBS check and ongoing support

This is a brilliant opportunity for students, parents, professionals, or anyone who wants to make a positive impact. Come and visit us at 29 Mere Road, Leicester, LE5 3HS, and see what it’s all about!

One hour a week can change a life — maybe even yours.

When and Where:

This opportunity takes place every Wednesday evening during term time, from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM, at our group venue:

📍 12th/74th Leicester Scout Group
29 Mere Road
Leicester
LE5 3HS

Most sessions are held at this location, but occasional trips may take place offsite at exciting venues such as campsites, fire stations, museums, or local outdoor activity centres — all within reasonable distance and fully supervised. Volunteers are always kept informed in advance.

We welcome volunteers who can commit weekly, fortnightly, or occasionally — we’re flexible and happy to work around your availability

Additional Information

Requirements / Restrictions:

  • Age restrictions
  • Willing to take a DBS check

Causes / Areas of Interest:

  • Befriending
  • Children and Youth
  • Community
  • Equality and Inclusion
  • Health and Wellbeing
  • Mentoring
  • Practical and Outdoors

Specific Requirements or Restrictions

Volunteers must be aged 18+ and complete a free enhanced DBS check (arranged by us). All volunteers will receive full support and training, including safeguarding, first aid, and key modules on working with young people. No prior experience is needed – just a willingness to get involved, a sense of fun, and a commitment to supporting young people in a safe and positive environment.

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