Our Leaders are responsible for helping to devise and deliver programs that support young people in reaching their potential. Not only do they play a vital role in empowering young people to strive for their best as they progress through their Scouting journey, but Leaders themselves develop a variety of transferable skills, meet new people and discover adventure for themselves, all while having loads of fun.

No prior Scouting experience is necessary to become a Leader. In fact, all Leaders undergo training on all aspects of youth leadership, program planning, safety and other requirements to ensure they have the knowledge, skills and confidence to support our youth members and work with other volunteers. They are also given resources of program ideas to help them get started on their Scouting career.

Assistant Scout Leaders are required to:

• Attend Scout meetings on Thursdays 6:30pm–8:30pm during school terms (it's OK to miss some)
• Assist the other Leaders in supporting the Scout youth program for children aged 11 to 14
• Participate in a monthly Leaders meeting
• Work with other Leaders and youth members to plan and lead Group activities, such as hiking or camping trips, which take place a few weekends during the year
• Complete 2 hours compulsory online training within 3 months of starting

Child safety in Scouts

Child safety is our number one priority at Scouts NSW. Therefore, along with training in child safety, all Leaders are thoroughly screened, undergo a Police Check and must hold a valid, verified Working With Children Check to ensure the safety of our youth members. WWCCs are free and available from Service NSW.