We have an amazing opportunity for a Local Growth Officer – Staffordshire to join our Growth and Communities Team.
Salary: £22,654.29 per annum (pro-rata of £31,716 per annum, Band E, Level 3) + mileage (usually £0.45 per mile)
Location: Home-based in Staffordshire
Term: Fixed-term contract – Ends 31 March 2027
Hours: Part-time, 25 hours per week (including some evenings and weekends)
Driving: A full UK driving licence and regular access to a car are required
About the team and role as a Local Growth Officer Role:
As our Local Growth Officer, you’ll be at the forefront of helping Scouting grow and thrive across Staffordshire. You'll support and deliver focused local growth plans, build strong relationships with key local volunteers, and ensure Scouting is accessible to all young people and adults across the region.
You’ll work alongside dedicated volunteers, supporting them in opening new sections, recruiting adult volunteers, and strengthening community connections, with a key focus on inclusivity, sustainability, and positive impact.
As the Local Growth Officer, Key Responsibilities:
Partnering with local lead volunteers (District and Group Leads) to grow Scouting in Staffordshire.
Opening new Scouting provisions and helping ensure Scouting reaches underrepresented communities.
Coaching volunteers to build and execute sustainable, inclusive growth strategies.
Supporting volunteer recruitment and retention.
Identifying tools, training, and resources to empower local growth.
Who we’re looking for as our Local Growth Officer:
Experienced in community engagement and volunteer support
Organised and self-motivated, with project management skills
Experience in delivering digital workshops and in-person events
Committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion
Experience working with volunteers and/or in community-based roles
A good understanding of the volunteer journey and how to support it
??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
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