Each Scout Group consists of different ‘sections’ – which may include a
- Beaver Colony (for 6-8 year olds),
- Cub Pack (for 8-10 ½ year olds),
- Scout Troop (for 10 ½-14 year olds),
- Explorer Unit (for 14-18 year olds) and
- Scout Network (for 18-25 year olds).
A Group Scout Leader (GSL), is responsible for overseeing and supporting volunteers in each section and manages the Scout Group.
In Explorer Scout Units, a District Explorer Scout Commissioner (DESC) takes on this role.
Both Group Scout Leaders and District Explorer Scout Commissioners are responsible to a District Commissioner (DC). Where a group does not have a GSL, Leaders report directly to the DC.
The DC is the volunteer manager responsible for a wider geographical area. The DC in Chesterfield District is Ben Widdowson
If you’d like to contact your GSL, DESC or DC then ask your local leader for their contact details or speak to the National Scout Information Centre on 0345 300 1818. Alternatively, contact us:
