Scouting in the Community

Adults working in Scouting contribute massive free youth work to their local communities and we are proud to be part of this.

On average each year a leader typically gives time in the following way:

Sectional meetings – two hours a week over 42 weeks: 84 hours

A couple of weekend camps: 96 hours

Planning and District meetings: 36  hours

Training: 6 hours

Day trips – three per year: 36 hours

Admin/planning – two hours per week: 84 hours

Total average number of hours per person per year: 342 hours so every volunteer gives  a total of 42 working days

A total contribution per person of £3,488.40 (If paid at first step Locally Qualified NJC rates of £10.20 an hour)     

Approximately 110,000 adults support Scouting in the UK (Leaders, Commissioners, parent helpers etc)