Our People

How we organise Districts

Scout Districts help volunteers develop, improve Section programmes, and support Scouts to run in the best way possible.

They keep volunteers working well together and feeling motivated. They also make sure the 14-24 Sections are working well and are well regarded in their local community.

The District Leadership Team is made up of:  

  • District Lead Volunteers
  • Team Leaders of each District Team
  • Lead Volunteers of each Group in the District
  • District Youth Leads
  • Other Leadership Team Members who may have specific responsibilities 

Each District has a: 

  • Leadership Team
  • 14–24 Team
  • Programme Team
  • Volunteering Development Team
  • Support Team  
  • Trustee Board 

Meet the Leadership Team

Janette Mellor

District Lead Volunteer

Janette has overall responsibility for the District. It is their role to ensure the district runs effectively and that Scouting develops in accordance with the rules and policies of The Scout Association so that young people can benefit from good quality scouting.