UK Inclusion Support Team Member
Join our UK Scouts volunteer team
Equal opportunities
Scouts is an equal opportunity recruiter. We're committed to diversity and actively seeking applicants from a wide range of backgrounds, in particular, Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities.
About the role
The UK Inclusion Support Team, part of the wider UK Inclusion Team, plays a key role in helping leaders deliver inclusive Scouting experiences across the country. We work in close partnership with Regional Teams, offering tailored training, guidance, and support to ensure inclusion is embedded in everything we do.
Our team acts as a vital link between UK Headquarters and local County teams, helping to respond to regional challenges and deliver national initiatives. We’re passionate about making Scouting accessible and welcoming for all, and we believe that strong relationships and collaboration are the foundation of meaningful change.
As a member of the UK Inclusion Support Team, you’ll work alongside dedicated volunteers and staff, championing inclusion and helping leaders create positive experiences for every young person. If you’re committed to Scouting’s values and have the skills to support and influence others, we’d love to have you on board.
We're looking for 5 UK Inclusion Support Team Members to represent and work in partnership with 5 Regions across England:
- North East England
- North West England
- East Midlands
- West Midlands
- East of England
Key tasks
- Provide Inclusion Expertise - Offer guidance and support on all aspects of inclusion, including intersectionality, to help volunteers create welcoming and accessible Scouting experiences.
- Deliver Coaching and Support - Build leaders’ confidence by providing coaching and practical support tailored to their local needs and challenges.
- Build and Manage Relationships - Develop strong working relationships with Regional Teams, County Teams, and UK HQ to ensure consistent and collaborative support across the movement.
- Influence Positive Change - Work with volunteers and teams to influence inclusive practices and embed inclusion into everyday Scouting activities.
- Facilitate Learning Opportunities - Deliver engaging and informative learning sessions - both in person and online - on key inclusion topics and approaches.
- Respond to Regional Needs - Act as a point of contact for regional inclusion challenges, helping to identify solutions and share best practice.
- Support National Processes - Assist in the delivery of national inclusion initiatives, learning programmes, and support frameworks.
- Act as a Connector - Bridge the gap between UK HQ and local teams, ensuring alignment and effective communication across all levels of Scouting.
- Advocate for Inclusion - Champion inclusive Scouting across the UK, representing the UK Support Team at events and through digital communications.
Person specification
- Strong understanding of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) principles, including intersectionality and how they apply within Scouting.
- Good knowledge of the structure, programme, and culture of Scouting in the UK.
- Experience supporting volunteers or teams in delivering inclusive programmes is desirable.
- Skilled in coaching and training, with the ability to share knowledge in an engaging and accessible way.
- Excellent listening and interpersonal skills, with a supportive and empathetic approach.
- Able to inspire and motivate others to embrace inclusive practices.
- Confident in influencing change, especially in challenging situations, while upholding Scouting’s values.
- Comfortable delivering learning sessions both in-person and virtually, using digital tools effectively.
- Capable of producing and reviewing documentation to support inclusion workstreams.
- A strong commitment to Scouting’s values and mission.
- Inclusive and collaborative in approach, valuing diverse perspectives.
- Adaptable and proactive, with a positive attitude toward change and innovation.
- Willing and able to commit sufficient time to the role, which may occasionally include travel and evening/weekend commitments.
UK Inclusion Team
Welcome to the UK Inclusion Team - a passionate group of volunteers working to make Scouting truly inclusive. Our goal is to ensure every young person and adult, regardless of background or identity, feels they belong.
Scouting is about connection, adventure, and growth. While we’ve made progress, there’s still more to do to ensure everyone sees a place for themselves in our movement.
That’s where we come in. We support volunteers, share good practice, challenge barriers, and offer practical tools to make inclusion a natural part of Scouting. We’re excited about the difference we can make - together.
- Rebecca Armstrong, UK Lead Volunteer for Inclusion
Sound good?
Before making an application please ensure that you've read carefully read our vacancy informtion. In order for us to monitor the application of our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policy, we'd be grateful if you'd also complete the Diversity Monitoring questions on the Application Form.
Questions?
If you'd like to discuss this role in more detail, please get in touch with Leon Allcock (UK Inclusion Support Team Leader) or Rebecca Armstrong (UK Lead Volunteer for Inclusion).
Next steps
Thank you for your interest. You can apply for the role using the application form provided.
A search group has been established to oversee the process. The group will review all applications and nominations and make decisions about who will be invited to the selection stage, subject to standard internal checks.
Interview date: November 2025
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Closing date:
Fri, November 7, 2025, 9:00 AM