The District Programme Team helps every section in the District run a safe, enjoyable and high-quality programme. To help do this, they bring Section Team volunteers together with activity experts.

Tyler Jeffs
Programme Team Leader

Claire Shrubb
Programme Team Member
Squirrels

Jo Weatherley
Programme Team Member
Squirrels

Carol Fraser
Programme Team Member
Beavers

Hannah Fraser
Programme Team Member
Beavers

Anne Oram
Programme Team Member
Cubs

Roy Cooper
Programme Team Member

Dawn Jeffs
Nights Away Adviser

Bim Prentice
Nights Away Adviser
Tasks for the whole team
- Help Sections across the District work together.
Allocated tasks
Help Section Teams run high-quality programmes
- Support all Sections to deliver projects where young people can have a positive impact in the community.
- Help volunteers with any programme changes, such as new badges and activities, to help young people achieve Top Awards.
- Encourage international trips and activities.
- Support volunteers to include nights away in their Section’s programme.
- Help volunteers gain their Nights Away Permits.
- Organise events for the District when Section Teams decide they’re needed.
- Keep an eye out for any learning that’ll help Section Teams deliver a fantastic programme. The Volunteering Development Team can then give volunteers opportunities to develop and learn new skills.
Facilitate programme networking opportunities
- Encourage Section Teams to share good practice across the District by creating opportunities to network.
Help Section Teams access expert advice and support
Make sure:
- There are skilled people to support Sections’ programmes (in areas that volunteers may not be experts in themselves).
- Sections can access adventurous activities, either through permit holders or external providers.