1st Rolleston Scout Group
We’re a thriving, modern, and ambitious Scout Group at the heart of our community.
Every week, over 150 young people take part in exciting activities designed to build confidence, resilience, teamwork, leadership, and practical life skills. From Beavers through to Explorers, our members are encouraged to challenge themselves, make friends, and discover what they’re capable of achieving.
Today’s Scouting is about far more than knots and campfires.
Our young people enjoy activities such as:
- Camping and outdoor adventure
- Climbing, archery and water activities
- Science, technology and coding
- Community projects and volunteering
- Creative arts and problem-solving
- Team-building and leadership challenges
- International opportunities and cultural experiences
Of course, we’ll still teach traditional Scout skills, but we also prepare young people for the modern world.
Could You Be Part of Our Team?
Probably.
Our volunteer team includes people from a huge variety of backgrounds, occupations, and experiences. We have business owners, engineers, teachers, healthcare professionals, mechanics, administrators, tradespeople, parents, retirees, and students.
You don’t need previous Scouting experience.
You don’t need special qualifications.
Most importantly, you don’t need to commit every evening of your life.
Whether you can help every week, occasionally support activities, assist with administration, fundraising, maintenance, or simply lend a hand when needed, there is a role for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it all camping and hiking?
Not at all.
Outdoor adventure remains an important part of Scouting, but it’s only one element of a much broader programme. Young people take part in everything from coding and engineering challenges to community projects, creative activities, and leadership development.
If I get involved, will I suddenly be responsible for lots of children on my own?
No.
Every new volunteer joins an experienced team and receives support from established leaders. You’ll have the opportunity to learn at your own pace and decide how involved you’d like to become.
What training and checks are required?
All adult volunteers complete a DBS check and undertake essential safeguarding training.
The training is straightforward, flexible, and designed to equip you with the skills and confidence needed to support young people safely.
Do I need to wear uniform?
Not necessarily.
Some volunteers choose to wear Scout uniform, particularly those leading sections, whilst many helpers and supporters simply wear group clothing such as polo shirts or hoodies.
Why Volunteer?
Because you’ll make a difference.
You’ll help young people develop confidence, friendships, independence, and skills for life. You’ll meet like-minded people, learn new skills yourself, and become part of a supportive team that genuinely enjoys what it does.
Volunteering with Scouts is one of the most rewarding things you can do.
The smiles around a campfire, seeing a young person achieve something they never thought possible, or watching confidence grow week by week makes every minute worthwhile.
Interested?
Why not come and see what we’re all about?
Send us an email, give us a call, or drop us a message. There’s no interview, no pressure, and no obligation.
We’ll invite you along to one of our section eveni
ngs, introduce you to the team, and answer any questions you might have.
Who knows? This could be the start of your own Scouting adventure.
We’d love to hear from you.
Graham Jacks
Group Lead Volunteer
📞 07768 047332
