Supporting You

Simply put, without people like you, Scouting wouldn’t exist and with this in mind we realise it is important for us to provide you with as much support as we possibly can.

There is a wealth of Scouting experience across Bexley and in the UK that you can tap into, as well as resources and tools that will help you on your adventure. We have compiled some of the best places to find support here:

People

Your first port of call for any queries or concerns during your induction should be your volunteer line manager and/or induction mentor. Other members of your Group were all new to Scouting once and will be able to offer advice and information and signpost you to resources.

Your District will have an Assistant District Commissioner (ADC) dedicated to helping your section and volunteers such as yourself. They usually arrange termly Meetings for section leaders as well as some events to help you run an exciting and varied programme and keep up to date with training and county initiatives and events. Ask your Group Lead Volunteers (GLV) for details of ADC Meetings.

Online

There are a number of resources online which are a source of support:

Online Scout Manager:   a section and Group administrative tool. Please ask your GLV for login details for your section. There are online help tools and a facebook page with tips.

Compass:  The Scout Association volunteer database. Please keep your personal information up to date and set your communication preferences to ensure you receive the Bexley Scouts and The Scout Association emails/newsletters. Please ask your GLV for your membership number in order to login.

Bexley Scouts Facebook:  explore the website for up to date information on activities and initiatives. There are also sectional Facebook pages which you may also wish to explorer.

Bexley Beaver leaders
Bexley Cub leaders
Bexley Scout leaders
Bexley Explorer leaders

You will need to request access to these pages as they are closed to the general public and are for adults only.

The Scout Association website:  information, ideas, news and updates, including The Scout Association policy, organisation and rules document (POR).

The Brand Centre: find print and digital resources to support your section. In order to enter the Brand Centre, you will need to register for which you will need to know both your Group Name and membership number. When registering type in your group name as whilst it may be selected there are hundreds of groups listed. For Explorer leaders use Bexley.

The Scout Shop: There is a Scout Shop located at Mayplace Road West which is open on a Thursday evening during term time from 4.30 to 9.00pm. Here your purchases will help fundraise for Bexley District.  The Scout Shop online sells Scouting uniform and resources but is not connected to the District shop.

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