The Local Growth Officer works with Scout Groups, Districts and communities to recruit and support volunteers, strengthen local Scouting, and create sustainable growth opportunities across the county.
👥 Recruit Volunteers
Volunteer recruitment campaigns
Community outreach
Recruitment events and open evenings
Volunteer role promotion
🤝 Support Volunteers
Welcoming and onboarding
Mentoring and buddy schemes
Learning and development
Volunteer recognition
🏕️ Strengthen Scout Groups
Team structure reviews
Succession planning
Sharing best practice
Support during growth and change
🌍 Engage Communities
Partnerships with schools and businesses
Community events
Inclusion and diversity initiatives
Raising awareness of Scouting
📈 Plan for Growth
Membership and waiting list analysis
Identifying growth opportunities
New section development
District and County growth planning
📣 Communicate & Connect
Recruitment campaigns
Success stories and promotion
Networking events and workshops
Resources and guidance
This combination of recruitment, volunteer support, community engagement, and strategic growth helps create sustainable Scout groups that can offer more young people the opportunity to participate in Scouting.
Need Support? Get in Touch
Whether you’re looking to recruit more volunteers, strengthen your leadership team, open a new section, engage with your local community, or develop a growth plan, the Local Growth Officer is here to help.
We welcome enquiries from Scout Groups, Districts, volunteers, community organisations, schools, and potential partners who want to help Scouting reach more young people across West Sussex.
Get in touch today to discuss how we can support your local Scouting journey.
