The basic unit of organisation is the Scout Group. This is based in a local community and usually consists of Beaver Scouts, Cub Scouts and Scouts.
8 Groups Scout Groups, 3 Explorer Units and 1 Network constitute a Stratford upon Avon Scout District. In addition, there is an Adult Training Team and Appointment Advisory Committee
All these Scout units are governed by the Policy, Organisation and Rules of The Scout Association, which provides the framework in which all Scout units operate.
All Adult leaders and Helpers must have a current DBS certificate (Disclosure, Barring Service) The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS, formally known as the CRB) now offer an ‘Update Service’, which allows a status check of criminal records disclosures between organisations.
The Scout Group
Within a Scout Group, there will be several adult leaders, who give their time voluntarily to help the development of young people. The Group is led by the Group Lead Volunteer, whose job is to co-ordinate the Group’s activities and to ensure continuity and development.
A Group Scout Council meets at least once a year usually for an Annual General Meeting. The Council consists of all the adult Members of the Group, as well as the children’s parents.
The Group Board of Trustees is responsible for the governance of the Group Scouts with key objectives for finance, safeguarding, safety, GDPR and the risk register. Trustees are appointed at the Group AGM for a term of 3 years. The Group Lead Volunteer is an exofficio of the Group Board of Trustees.
The Scout District
The District is led by the Lead Volunteer who is supported by Advisers and Administrators. These volunteers provide guidance and support to Scout Groups and their sections.
The District Board of Trustees is responsible for the governance of the District Scouts with key objectives for finance, safeguarding, safety, GDPR and the risk register. Trustees are appointed at the District AGM for a term of 3 years. The District Lead Volunteer is an exofficio of the District Board of Trustees.
