We hope that you will consider applying for a position in the leadership teams for the Avon Unit that will be attending the 26th World Scout Jamboree to be held in Gdansk, Poland in 2027.

There are 4 Leader positions available

  • One Unit Leader
  • One Deputy Unit Leader
  • Two Unit Leadership Team Members

We are sure that a large number of adults will want to take part in this event as part of the Unit Leadership team. There is a role description and person specification to highlight 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 Avon that wants to apply should do so, and to consider the Jamboree experience a development opportunity for adults as much as for young people.

When you apply please make sure you read and complete the application form carefully. 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 leaders means and if it is right for you at this point.

More general information about the Jamboree can be found using the links below

WSJ Home Page

UK WSJ Page

Details of Timeline for Selection

  • Thursday 1st May – Online Application open
  • Friday 30th May – Deadline for receipt of applications
  • Friday 6th June – Invitations emailed to selection event
  • Sunday 29th June – Selection event (location to be confirmed)
  • Week Commencing 14th July – Notify applicants of outcome

Please read the following pages for more details about what is expected for the Unit Leadership Team before filling in the two application forms.

WSJ Unit Introduction and Role Requirements

WSJ Unit Team Leader

WSJ Deputy Unit Leader

WSJ Unit Team Member

We do hope that you will apply, and remember, study the person specification and job description carefully and consider what skills and experiences you have that would contribute to ensuring the young people in Avon have a truly great international World Scout Jamboree experience.

Once you have gone through the detailed pages please complete the HQ application form using the link below

WSJ Poland Unit Leadership Team Application Form

Can you also fill in the form below for us to capture your details locally

WSJ Unit Leader Applicant Details

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

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