13/02/2026
Our Scout and Guide HQ is used every week by hundreds of young people, and we’re proud to provide a safe, welcoming space for all our sections. The building is run entirely by a small volunteer committee, and while we do our best to stay on top of maintenance and improvement projects, there are many tasks where we would really benefit from additional support.
To help us manage this more sustainably, we are creating a Volunteer Skills Pool - a list of parents, carers, leaders, and supporters who are willing to offer their time and skills occasionally to help maintain and improve the HQ.
There is no regular commitment. Being part of the Skills Pool simply means we may contact you when a task arises that matches your skills. If you’re available, fantastic. If not, that’s absolutely fine.
We want to be clear:
We are not asking anyone to donate materials or cover costs. The HQ will fully fund all parts, materials, and equipment needed. We are only asking for your time, experience, and know‑how.
We’re particularly looking for people with skills in areas such as:
Electrical work (including PAT testing)
Plumbing
Gas heating (Gas Safe)
Arboriculture and hedge cutting (including highway‑side)
Security fencing and gate maintenance
CCTV (especially Hikvision systems)
General handyman skills (carpentry, painting, gutter clearance, minor repairs)
Low‑voltage/data cabling (Cat5e/Cat6)
Fundraising and grant applications
If you have other skills that might be useful, please do let us know - we’re very open to anything that could help the HQ run smoothly.
Why this matters
Many of the tasks we currently outsource are being paid for at full market rates from a very limited budget. By drawing on volunteers who have a vested interest in the success of the HQ, we can redirect that money into improving the facility instead of simply maintaining it.
A ready-made register of volunteers also means we can complete tasks more quickly, without spending time sourcing competitive quotes or waiting for contractors.
If you’re willing to be part of the Skills Pool, please reply to : [email protected]
Your name
The skills you can offer
Any relevant qualifications (if applicable)
The best way to contact you
Thank you for considering this. Even a small amount of help makes a meaningful difference to the running of the HQ and the experience we can offer our young people.
On behalf of the Scout & Guide HQ Committee
