UK Youth Lead
Lead change. Lift voices. Shape the future of Scouts.
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 Youth Lead helps make sure young people have a real voice in shaping Scouts. It’s a national role where you’ll work with volunteers, staff and Youth Leads across the UK to champion youth voice, support young leaders and help influence big decisions. You’ll be part of the UK Leadership Team, lead the UK Youth Team, connect with senior staff, and help create opportunities for young people to make a real impact on the movement.
If you’re passionate about helping young people shape their own experiences and you’re ready for a new challenge - this could be the role for you.
For more information, take a look at the Role Information Pack below.
Find out more about the role, the skills and experience we're looking for, the application process, and more.
We hosted an online questions & answers webinar. Watch the recording to find out more about the role, and get key insights from our panel.
Check out our new 'Wear the UK Youth Team necker' activity. Run it with your Explorer Unit to get them talking about youth leadership opportunities at Scouts - including our UK Youth Lead.
Find out more from our UK Chief Volunteer
To watch in full screen, double click the video
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:
Carl Hankinson (UK Chief Volunteer): [email protected]
Louis Hawker (UK Volunteering Manager): [email protected]
Next steps
Thank you so much for your interest in volunteering with our team. You can apply for the role yourself by completing the application form below.
A Search Group has been set up to guide the selection process. They will carefully review all applications and nominations. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a Selection Day at Gilwell Park on Saturday 20 June 2026.
Apply nowKnow someone who might be a perfect fit?
Use the nomination form if you know someone that might have the skills and experience that we're looking for.
Nominations will close on Friday 1 May 2026. Then we'll get in touch with those nominated and invite them to apply for the role.
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UK Leadership Team
Closing date:
Fri, May 15, 2026, 9:00 AM