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.
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Tyler Jeffs
Programme Team Leader
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Claire Shrubb
Programme Team Member
Squirrels
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Jo Weatherley
Programme Team Member
Squirrels
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Carol Fraser
Programme Team Member
Beavers
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Hannah Fraser
Programme Team Member
Beavers
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Anne Oram
Programme Team Member
Cubs
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Roy Cooper
Programme Team Member
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Dawn Jeffs
Nights Away Adviser
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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.