Volunteer Resources
Everything you need as a volunteer at 2nd Heald Green Scout Group. Find useful forms, membership systems, training information and opportunities to develop your skills.
Essential Resources
Quick access to the systems and forms you are most likely to need when running your section or supporting the Group.
Expenses
Submit expenses and reimbursement claims for purchases made on behalf of the Group.
Submit a claim →Accident Reporting
Record accidents and incidents that occur during Scout activities.
Open reporting form →Risk Assessments
Access Scouts RAM to create, review and manage activity risk assessments.
Open Scouts RAM →Adult Membership
Access your Scouts membership account, learning records and volunteer information.
Open membership system →Youth Membership
Access our youth membership systems to manage young people, programmes and section administration.
Activity Approval
Submit an activity approval request when required for activities away from your usual meeting place.
Open approval form →Other Useful Links
Additional forms and resources for managing your section and supporting the wider Group.
Learning & Development
Volunteering with Scouts is a great opportunity to develop new skills, gain experience and build confidence. Whether you are completely new to Scouting or have volunteered for years, there are plenty of opportunities to learn.
2nd Heald Green is part of Three Brooks District, within Greater Manchester East Scouts. Our District and County teams provide additional support, learning opportunities and guidance to help volunteers in their roles.
New to volunteering?
If you have recently joined our team, you will need to complete the learning relevant to your role. Your required learning can be found in the Scouts membership system.
Some introductory learning must be completed within your first three months. Please check your membership account for your requirements and deadlines.
Access Your Learning →Trustees
Trustees complete learning specific to their responsibilities, including Being a Trustee in Scouts.
Section & Support Teams
Volunteers complete learning relevant to their role, including Delivering a Great Programme where required.
Team Leaders
Volunteers moving into leadership roles complete additional learning, including Leading Scout Volunteers where applicable.
First Response
First aid is an important part of keeping everyone safe. Volunteers in relevant roles must complete and maintain the required First Response learning.
First Aid Training
We encourage all our volunteers to develop their first aid skills. Scouts First Response training provides practical knowledge for dealing with emergencies during activities.
If you already hold a first aid qualification, you may be able to use it towards your Scouts requirements.
First Aid Information →Nights Away & Camping
Camping and residential experiences are a big part of Scouting. We want our volunteers to feel confident planning and delivering these opportunities for young people.
Develop Your Nights Away Skills
Throughout the year, our sections take part in camps, residential experiences and expeditions.
We encourage volunteers to develop the skills needed to support and eventually lead these experiences. This can include planning a residential event, managing equipment, organising activities and developing practical camping skills.
For those interested in gaining a Nights Away Permit, we can provide guidance and support through the process. We also encourage volunteers to take part in practical camping training.
Speak to the Group Lead Volunteer if you would like to get involved or work towards a permit.
Nights Away Resources →Adventurous Activities
We are keen to help our volunteers develop the skills and qualifications needed to deliver adventurous activities. Whether you already have experience or want to try something completely new, there are opportunities to get involved.
General Walking
Build confidence in navigation, route planning and outdoor safety. We support volunteers running walks and expeditions in Terrain 0.
Hill Walking
Develop the skills required to lead more challenging walks, including opportunities to work towards a Terrain 1 permit.
Archery
We have our own archery range and equipment. We are keen to support more volunteers in developing the skills needed to run archery sessions.
Air Rifles
With our own range and equipment, we can support volunteers interested in gaining the appropriate qualifications to deliver air rifle activities.
Climbing & Abseiling
We regularly use local climbing facilities and support volunteers interested in leading climbing, abseiling and more advanced activities.
Tomahawk Throwing
We have our own tomahawk throwing range and provide practical training to help volunteers run sessions safely and confidently.
Water Activities
Although we do not currently provide our own water activity training programme, we regularly make use of external providers to give young people opportunities to enjoy activities such as canoeing and kayaking.
Volunteers with existing experience or qualifications who are interested in developing water activity opportunities are encouraged to speak to the Group Lead Volunteer.
Activity Permits & Support
You do not need to be an expert to get involved in adventurous activities. We have experienced volunteers who can help you develop your skills, gain experience and work towards the appropriate permits.
We also have an informal activities group where volunteers can take part in activities together, practise skills and support one another through the permit process.
Join Our Activities Group
Interested in getting involved? Speak to the Group Lead Volunteer or look for our 2HG Activities and Permits WhatsApp group.
Everyone is welcome, whether you are working towards a permit, looking to improve your skills or simply want to join a social activity.
Further Information
You can find more information about adventurous activity permits, training and assessments through the County Activities Team.
GME Activities & Permits →Want to Develop Your Skills?
There are plenty of opportunities to try something new, develop your confidence and take on additional responsibilities within Scouting.
If you are interested in training, gaining a permit or getting more involved in Group activities, speak to the Group Lead Volunteer. We are always happy to help volunteers explore new opportunities.
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