Cheshire Unit Leaders – 26th World Scout Jamboree

Do you have what it takes to lead, inspire, and support young people on unforgettable global adventures? Cheshire Scouts is not only seeking 4 exceptional unit leaders for the 26th World Scout Jamboree to be held in Gdansk, Poland, but we are also looking ahead to 2027 and beyond. With a vision to run several inspiring international experiences alongside the Jamboree, we need passionate leaders ready to make a difference on a worldwide scale.

The below recruitment pack highlights what the roles entail and the skills and experiences we are looking for. Please study these documents carefully and do send an application in. The selection panel are keen that every adult in Cheshire that wants to apply should do so, and consider the Jamboree experience a development opportunity for adults as much as for young people.

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Recruitment Pack

When you apply, please make sure you read and complete the application form carefully and consider what skills and experiences you have that would contribute to ensuring the young people in the Cheshire Units to the World Scout Jamboree have a truly great international experience. We anticipate a large number of applications and we will use what you write in your application form as the basis on which to make a decision about inviting you to a selection event.

This event will be an opportunity for you to tell and show us more about you, why you would like to take on a leadership role at the Jamboree, find out more about how your skills and experiences (in and out of Scouting) would support you to be a great member of the leadership team. As well as a chance for you to meet others, find out more about what being a jamboree leader means and if it is right for you at this point.

Details of Timeline here

1^st May Online Application open
30^th May Deadline for receipt of applications
8th June Invitations issued to selection event
15th June Selection event
29th June Notify applicants of outcome.

If these dates pose problems for you, please let us know by contacting us [email protected]

By applying, you’ll not only have the chance to represent Cheshire Scouts at one of the world’s largest Scouting events—you’ll also be considered for other transformative international programs, offering unique cultural exchanges and exciting challenges for young people and leaders alike. Whether it’s the Jamboree or one of our other global initiatives, the journey starts here.

We look forward to receiving your application soon. Good luck!