{"jobType":"Volunteer","content":{"layouts":[{"type":"fullWidth","areas":[{"items":[{"type":"Plain","cta":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EScouts is an equal opportunity recruiter. We\u0027re committed to diversity and actively seeking applicants from a wide range of backgrounds, in particular, Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities.\u003C/p\u003E","link":null,"colour":"#6310bc","title":"Equal opportunities","image":null,"imageFocus":"","imageId":0,"imageKey":"00000000-0000-0000-0000-000000000000","imageCrop":"","gridType":"card","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003EAbout the role\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAs the UK 4\u201310 Programme Team Leader, you\u2019ll shape and lead the strategic direction for our youngest sections\u2014Squirrels, Beavers and Cubs\u2014ensuring they experience a high-quality, exciting programme that equips them with skills for life. 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