Find guidance, forms and support for volunteers in West London Scouts.


Safety and Safeguarding


Get help from the District

  • Volunteering Development Team — help with joining, learning, First Response, recognition and membership compliance.
  • Programme Team — support with programme ideas, district events and opportunities for young people.
  • District Support Team — specialist advice, including who to speak to about safety and awards.

Unsure who to ask? Contact the District Members Helpdesk for help with local processes, District email accounts, programme support or adult learning.


Membership System support

Get help with joining, roles, learning and other tasks in the Scouts Membership System.


Away from Normal Meeting Place

Notification to the District Lead Volunteer of meetings away from the normal meeting place


Delegated Authority for Approval of Activities

District Policy outlining the Authority for Approving Activities


Nights Away Notifications

All nights away notifications should be completed via the Scouts Membership System


Financial Standing Instructions and Forms

District finance policy, and forms such as expenses, and event proposal


Commendation Award Nomination

A local award that can be used by the District Lead Volunteer and District Youth Lead Volunteers to recognise individuals (youth members, adult members or non-members) for their contribution to the Scouts.