Reference Request

Hi,

if you have been directed to this page, you probably have been asked to complete a reference request for a potential new adult volunteer with Chester-le-Street District Scouts.

As Scouts, we prepare young people with skills for life. We encourage young people to do more, learn more, and be more. Each week, we help over 460,000 young people enjoy fun and adventure while developing the skills they need to succeed; now and in the future.

These 460,000 young people are supported by around 160,000 adult volunteers. The adult that is named in your contact email/text has offered to volunteer for the Scouts and has given your name as a referee.

As an organisation committed to the safeguarding of children and young people, we must be sure that any new volunteers are suitable before they can take on their role and we would ask you to assist us in this important matter.

Could you please take a few minutes to complete this reference, which will remain confidential, and return it to desa@chesterlestreetscouts.org.uk ? It would be very helpful to have your reply as soon as possible, so that the voluntary appointment is processed as efficiently as possible.

In commenting on the applicant, please would you bear in mind that the appointment under consideration may involve substantial work with children, young people or charitable funds. We would therefore appreciate you being extremely candid in your responses.

Please complete the reference request here  and return it to desa@chesterlestreetscouts.org.uk

(you may send this information in an email to desa@chesterlestreetscouts.org.uk if you prefer)

Thank you