It’s an exciting time to be part of North Yorkshire Scouts. We support over 2,200 adult volunteers who provide skills for life to over 6,500 young people in England’s largest county. Our County spans major towns and cities such as York, Harrogate, and Scarborough, as well as rural communities in the North York Moors and Yorkshire Dales National Parks. 

We are growing our country team and have seven exciting roles available: County Treasurer, Chair of Property Sub-committee, Property Sub-Committee Independent Member, Property Sub-Committee Youth Member, Chair of Safety committee, Safety Sub-Committee Independent Member, and Safety Sub-Committee Youth Member. We’re keen to hear from enthusiastic individuals, ideally with experience in accounting and finance (or previous Treasurer roles), health and safety, safeguarding, property and estates . Previous experience with Scouts is not necessary but is advantageous. 

Advert for Treasurer

We’re seeking a volunteer Treasurer to join our Trustee Board. We’re keen to hear from enthusiastic individuals, ideally with experience in accounting, finance or other Treasurer roles. Full role description can be found here: Advert for Treasurer

We have two new sub committees who will support the County Board on critical matters:

Property Sub-Committee

We have a HQ office,  county store and operate two Centres: our indoor accommodation and campsite, Watson Scout Centre, and our water activities centre, Ellerton Scout Activity Centre. We are looking for people with an interest in property to join our Property Sub-Committee. Your knowledge and experience in property or estates will bring a new perspective and challenge to help us ensure we are in the best possible place to provide support to volunteers across our County.

– Chair of the Safety Sub-Committee

– Independent Member of the Property Sub-Committee

– Youth Member of the Property Sub-Committee

Safety Sub-Committee

North Yorkshire Scouts puts safety at the heart of all we do and our Safety- Sub Committee. We are looking for people who can bring critical industry knowledge to drive the safety culture vision of the County. 

– Chair of the Safety Sub-Committee

– Independent Member of the Property Sub-Committee

– Youth Member of the Safety Sub-Committee

If you are interested in any of these roles and would like to apply, please complete this form.  The closing date for applications is 01/10/25. If you would like to discuss the role in more detail, please contact Hannah Eustace at hannah.eustace@nys.org.uk.