Adult Volunteer Learning
All our adults can take advantage of the training course that are free of charge to out adult volunteers. Whether you are working towards your Wood Badge [optional] or simply refreshing your learning, there is something for everyone.
Courses are run all across our county of Avon with some being run more locally in our district, you can find the latest courses here – https://www.avonscouts.org.uk/events-calendar/adult-training/
Getting Started
If you are a new volunteer joining us we want to give you the skills to ensure you succeed and keep both you and our young people safe. Therefore there are some key modules you may need to complete in the getting started stage depending on your role, these need to be done within 5 months of joining us. If you aren’t sure which you need to complete speak to your training adviser or your group scout leader. You can complete all these modules online, should you not be able to speak to your line manager or training adviser.
For adult volunteers (uniformed):
Link to – Essential Information (Module 1)
Link to – Safety & Safeguarding [Growing Roots section]
Link to – GDPR Training
Link to – Tools for the Job (Section Leads only)
Link to – Tools for the Job (Managers and supporters)
You will also need to complete a personal learning plan with your Training Adviser or line manager.
Trustees formerly Executive Members:
Link to – Essential Information (Module 1) – see link in section above.
Link to – Safety & Safeguarding [Growing Roots section] – see link in section above.
Link to – Trustee Induction
Link to – GDPR Training
Mandatory Ongoing learning
Some training including Safety and Safeguarding, requires ‘re-validation’ after certain periods of time – if unsure just redo the training below – it does not take that long, both together can be done in 1.5hrs maximum. NB: Completion is automatically logged against your membership details.
Further learning, including achieving your woodbadge
You can check out the online learning available here – www.scouts.org.uk/learning
If you need support with your training please contact you local line manager, a training adviser or contact us below.
