We have an amazing opportunity for a Local Growth Officer – Bedfordshire to join our Growth and Communities Team.
If you want to know about the requirements for this role, read on for all the relevant information.
Salary: £16,311.09 per annum (pro-rata of £31,716 per annum, Band E, Level 3) + mileage (usually £0.45 per mile)
Location: Home-based in Bedfordshire
Term: Fixed-term, 24 months
Hours: Part-time, 18 hours per week (including some evenings and weekends)
Driving: A full UK driving licence and regular access to a car is required
About the team and role as a Local Growth Officer Role:
As a Local Growth Officer, you will work remotely with regular travel around Bedfordshire. You'll be part of the national Growth and Communities Team, focusing on expanding scouting opportunities in a region seeing positive growth. You will work alongside passionate local teams and receive strong support from volunteers and trustees.
As the Local Growth Officer, Key Responsibilities:
Drive local growth by increasing youth members and adult volunteers
Meet project targets to strengthen local scouting activities
Identify and develop new growth opportunities in Bedfordshire
Represent Scouts UK Headquarters and contribute to its objectives
Assist with other duties as needed
Who we're looking for as our Local Growth Officer:
Strong organisational and planning skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders
Experience working with volunteer organisations
Expertise in community engagement and volunteer recruitment
Self-motivated and capable of managing a remote home office
?? Benefits:
We are an award-winning Charity of the Year (Charity Times Awards 2022) with over 400 employees across multiple locations across the country.
28 days holiday and going up to 32 days after 2 years' service plus additional days at Christmas
Flexible working hours
Work in a way that suits you, your role and your department
Double matching pension up to 10% of gross salary
Family Friendly employer with generous family leave
Learning and Development/training opportunities via our internal learning hub
For a full list of our benefits click here.
Closing date for applications: 23:59pm Sunday 9th March 2025
Interviews will be held on Saturday 22nd March 2025, at Lesley Sells Activity Centre, Molivers Lane, Bedford, MK43 8LD
If you're looking for a rewarding role in a supportive and dynamic environment, we'd love to hear from you!
Strictly no agencies.
The Scouts is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. We offer flexible working arrangements to support diverse needs and lifestyles, ensuring that our teams can thrive both professionally and personally. We welcome and encourage applicants from all walks of life, believing that varied perspectives strengthen our innovation and community. Your unique experiences and ideas are essential to our success, and we look forward to hearing from all voices.
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