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Scout Adventures in the UK is recruiting young adults from around the world for its 2027 Residential Volunteer Programme. This is an opportunity to spend several months living and volunteering at one of their adventure centres in England. Volunteers become part of the Scout Adventures team, helping deliver outdoor adventure experiences to young people. Training is provided, and volunteers can develop skills in areas such as outdoor activities, leadership, teamwork and working with young people.
The current opportunities include:
- January 2027 – November 2027
- March 2027 – August 2027
What is included?
The programme provides volunteers with:
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Uniform
- Training and mentoring
- Ongoing support
- Two days off per week
- A weekly allowance
- Opportunities to gain outdoor and activity-instructing experience
You don’t need to arrive with extensive outdoor qualifications or experience, as training is provided as part of the programme.
Who can apply?
- Applicants should be 30 or under when their placement begins.
- For us here in South Africa, this opportunity is open to SD registered SCOUTS South Africa members.
- IMPORTANT: Before applying to Scout Adventures UK, SCOUTS SA members must first get a Letter of Introduction from the NSO. You can request it by emailing [email protected], Please indicate in the subject line that it is for a Letter for Introduction for the Scout Adventures UK Programme. Give the team your name, Scout Group and SD number. Do not submit your UK application before obtaining this letter.
- Once you have received the required documentation, you can proceed with your application directly to Scout Adventures.
This is a fantastic opportunity to experience Scouting in another country, develop your skills, make international friendships and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Find out more and apply: Scout Adventures – Residential Volunteer Programme