At the outset, Leaders are given training on getting started on their Scouting journey. Growing Roots is for your first six months as a new volunteer, with Safety & Safeguarding completed within the first 30 days. This covers the basics of Scouts, safety, data protection and creating an inclusive environment.
Compulsory trainingIf you can stand in front of a group of rowdy children in a Scout hut, you can handle any meeting! Volunteering as a leader builds confidence and skills. Leaders get just as much from Scouting as young people. All adult leaders in Scouting receive ongoing support, helping them to develop their current skills and learn new ones.
Training takes place on residential or single day courses in small groups. It is also delivered through e-learning or workbooks. Leaders undertaking training are buddied up with a more experienced leader who can coach and mentor them through the scheme as a peer adviser.
Training for Section Leaders is organised by Area, so contact your local Area for upcoming events. All Areas training is accessible to all members in Wales, the details of upcoming courses and information about how to book, can be found in the events page of this website.
Events calendar