District Chair of Trustees

We’re looking for safe pairs of hands, ‘i’ dotters and ‘t’ crossers. Sound like you? 

As a Trustee, you’ll be part of a dynamic team working together to make Scouts operate like a well-oiled machine. 

From managing money to checking meeting places are in tip-top condition, you’ll make sure everything is set up properly, so that young people have the best experience in Scouts. 

Trustees see the big picture, make decisions and work together. As a team, you’ll ensure that everything is being done safely and legally, as well as connecting Scouts with your local community. 

Oh, and it’s fine if you’ve not been a Trustee before. We’ll support you, making sure you learn everything you need to know, as you go.

This is a behind the scenes role so most of the support can be carried out from the comfort of your own home! There will be Bi-Monthly meetings and an AGM to attend, but generally this is a flexible volunteering role for someone who wants to support the young people in their community. 

Closing Date for Applications - Tuesday 27 May 2025

Chairs duties include :

· Lead the Trustee Board.
· Plan when Trustee Board meetings should take place, and decide 
· Ensures Trustee Board manages money well.
· Ensure that policies and procedures are being followed.
· Lead Trustee Board meetings and the Annual General Meeting (AGM).
· Liaise with and support Lead Volunteer.
· Lead recruitment of new trustees as required.
· Ensures new trustees are properly inducted.
· Ensures trustees meet their training obligations.
· Ensures Trustee Board risk assesses internal and external influences on the district.
· Support other Trustees by organising inductions, making reasonable adjustments (where needed), checking in to see how they’re getting on, and carrying out annual reviews.
· Supports Group Chairs as required.
Some of the above responsibilities can be delegated but the Chair remains responsible.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisation

Communication

Ability to prioritise