What do we do?
Sovereign Young Leader Explorer Scout Unit (Sovereign YL ESU) is a specialist unit that trains and support Explorer Scout Young Leaders to be able volunteer within Scout Groups, and to take part in the broader Explorer Scout programme for those who wish to do more.
All volunteers who help within Squrrels, Beavers, Cubs, and Scouts who are between 14-18 year must be registered members of Sovereign YL ESU to ensure they are appropriately insured and that the correct training has been undertaken. Completing basic training is mandatory, it must be completed within 3 months of agreeing to volunteer with a Scout Group.
Depending on preference, there are different levels of membership with Sovereign YL ESU for those who wish to take part in the broader Explorer Scout programme, or they wish to complete the Young Leader Scheme training, or if they are volunteering to complete an award like the Duke of Edinburgh.
The Young Leaders’ Scheme helps Explorer Scouts to develop and grow as individuals. It allows them to make a valuable contribution to their community and give service to others. The scheme also helps them fulfil the service elements of their awards.
Meet the team
Sovereign Young Leader Explorer Scout Unit is led by a District Explorer Scout Team Leader (YL) and is assisted by team members. This team is managed by the 14-24 District Team Lead.
| Kris McCabe | Interim District Explorer Scout Team Leader (YL) |
| Jay Hope | Team Member |
| Vacant | Team Member |
| Vacant | Team Member |
Registering as a Explorer Scout Young Leader
To become a Explorer Scout Young Leader, you must register with the Young Leader Scheme.
This is to ensure we keep you updated on upcoming training, support, and opportunities available to all Explorer Scout Young Leaders. It is also a mandatory requirement for helping out at local Scout Groups to register.
What if I am only being a Young Leader for Duke of Edinburgh (DofE)?
If you are looking to volunteer as a Young Leader to fulfil a DofE award; you must be:
- Between 14 – 18 yrs and registered with the Young Leader Scheme
- For Bronze, you will need to complete Module A training
- For Silver/Gold, you will need to complete Module A and a further 2 Modules.
Who should complete the registration?
We only need one of the following people to complete registration (please note, not all Scout Groups complete registration – it is best to register here just in case)
- Explorer Scout Young Leader
- Explorer Scout Team Leader
- Section Team Leader
- Group Lead Volunteer
- Parent or Guardian
Sovereign Young Leader ESU Programme
Once registered, you will get a welcome email, and also an access to our membership system called Online Scout Manager (OSM). Within this system, we will publish our full programme and we will communicate with you on a regular basis any training/programme opportunities that are coming up.
