Week by week, our volunteers empower young people to learn new skills, make new friends, and stand on their own two feet. They are our everyday heroes, shaping young lives for the better while discovering a whole lot about themselves along the way.
Today, youth waiting lists across the UK are at an all-time high. We are more relevant and needed than ever, but we need your help to keep up with the demand. Whatever your skillset, you can lend a hand for as little or as much time as you can spare. We promise you will get far more out of it than you put in.
No two days with us are ever the same. One week you could be helping a leader run an activity at the Cotton Mill Community Centre or exploring Heartwood Forest. The next, you might be organising a camp or cooking up a biryani for our Iftar Under the Stars for 200 guests. The difference you make is always incredible. We provide all the training—you just show up, get stuck in, and make memories for life.
Sounds fun and worthwhile? It really is. Explore our current opportunities below, step up, and discover just how rewarding volunteering can be. Start your journey today by filling out the form at the bottom of the page, and we will be in touch!
About our group
We are a vibrant, rapidly growing group with multiple active sections from Squirrels right through to Scouts. While we are a faith-inspired group delivering our programme through an Islamic ethos, our doors are open to everyone. We are incredibly proud to have a rich, diverse mix of young people and adult leaders from a wide variety of cultural backgrounds and different faiths, creating a truly unique and inclusive scouting family.
Current Roles Available
Group Lead Volunteer
Could you Inspire a Team to work outside thier comfort Zone?
At the 20th St Albans Ansar Scouts, we are looking for our next Group Lead Volunteer to head up our Group Leadership Team. In this role, you will be the captain of our ship, using ready-made tools and local support to create a positive vibe, support our team, and help fellow volunteers shine as they teach skills for life. Whether you are juggling projects, mentoring adults, or spotting new talent, this is your chance to lead by example and make a lasting impact in the local Sopwell and wider St Albans community.
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What you will do: Lead and support our team of adult volunteers, ensure all sections run safely, champion local scouting, and help us scale up our exciting new gender-segregated boys and girls Scout sections.
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What you bring: Great people and management skills, a comfortable understanding of the Muslim community, and a passion for youth development within a faith-inspired environment. No scouting experience needed.
Squirrels Team Leader (Ages 4–6)
In the Squirrels Team, you will be making our 4 to 6 year olds’ eyes light up with wonder on a regular basis. If you are interested in working in an Early Years setting, or just love seeing young minds grow, this is where you want to be. You will work as part of a close-knit team to pass on skills for life to our youngest section while keeping the environment safe, fun, and ticking over smoothly behind the scenes.
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What you will do: Read stories, build dens in the woods, help small groups with creative activities, track badge progress online, and work as a team to design an engaging weekly programme.
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What you bring: Great communication skills, plenty of enthusiasm, and a passion for early years character building. Never been a Scout before? Neither have the Squirrels! Just come ready for fun.
Beavers Team Leader (Ages 6–8)
Join our enthusiastic 6 to 8 year-old Beavers as they dive into a world of discovery, teamwork, and fun. One day you might be leading a woodland treasure hunt, and the next, cheering them on as they proudly earn their next badge! Team spirit is at the heart of everything we do. By lending a hand, you are shaping unforgettable memories and inspiring confidence in our Beavers without even realising it.
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What you will do: Plan great games nights, toast marshmallows over the campfire, lead outdoor bug hunts, help organise resources, and collaborate with other leaders to build a brilliant schedule of activities.
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What you bring: A passion for teamwork, community spirit, and helping young kids step out of their comfort zones. No experience is required; we provide full, online-based training and ongoing support.
Group Trustee
As a Trustee, you will be part of a dynamic team working behind the scenes to keep our Scout group safe, legal, and thriving. From managing funds and assets to making sure our meeting spaces are in tip-top condition, you will ensure everything is set up properly so our young people have the absolute best experience. This is a brilliant way to give back using your professional skills without needing to commit to weekly youth sessions.
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What you will do: Meet as a Trustee Board a handful of times a year to ensure responsible governance, oversee group finances, support growth projects, and connect our group with the wider St Albans community.
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What you bring: Good organisational, strategic, or professional skills, and a desire to provide insights that help our group scale. It is completely fine if you haven’t been a trustee before—we will support you as you go.
The roles are open to all, but must have an understating and experience of working with Muslim community. DBS and full training will be provided by the Scouts Association.
To apply please email weare@20thstalbansscouts.org
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