Our Code of Conduct Policy

At the 10th Royal Eltham, we aim to provide a safe and engaging programme, in line with Scout Association recommendations, for all the young people in our Squirrel, Beaver, Cub and Scout Sections.
In order to achieve this, we have produced a ‘Code of Conduct Policy’ which aims to outline expectations, standards and behaviour for all those involved.

To help us promote good behaviour, we ask all our young people to follow the guidelines in the Code of Conduct.
Young people will:
• Attend meetings on time and in full uniform, unless told otherwise.
• Take an active part in all activities provided.
• Respect each other and their Leadership Team.
• Listen to and follow instructions given by the Leaders.
• Meet all expectations of standards and behaviour outlined in the Code of Conduct.

In order to help us promote good behaviour, we ask all parents/carers to help and support the Leadership Team in implementing the Code of Conduct.
Parents/Carers will:
• Ensure their young person attends meetings on time and in full uniform.
• Support their young person in taking an active part in activities provided.
• Make a commitment to attend special scouting occasions throughout the year, in particular, the AGM, Remembrance Day Parade and fundraising events.
• Provide any information about the additional needs of their young person that will support Leaders in planning appropriate activities. *
• Support rules, standards of behaviour and sanctions that are put in place by the Leaders.

All Leaders should ensure that the Code of Conduct is applied consistently throughout their Section. All our Leaders are volunteers who work in a voluntary capacity.

The Leadership Team will:
• Work together to offer a varied programme of challenging and stimulating activities.
• Provide equal opportunities for members to attain badges and attend events and residential camps wherever possible.
• Recognise and acknowledge good behaviour and expected standards.
• Act on any information provided by parent/carers regarding the additional needs of their young people which may impact on their behaviour.
• Ensure sanctions outlined in the Code of Conduct are applied in circumstances where expectations of standards and behaviour have not been met.

Steps to support good behaviour and sanctions:

Misbehaviour makes it very difficult for Leaders to offer interesting activities – and spoils the fun for others.
In a situation where a Leader finds a young member is contravening the Code of Conduct, action may be taken under the following guidelines:
The Leader will seek advice by discussing with the Leadership Team and the Group Lead Volunteer (GLV).
A discussion may take place with parent/carer to obtain any background information or guidance that may be of assistance.
If behaviour standards do not improve, then the Leadership Team, in consultation with the GLV, will take the following steps until the behaviour has improved:
1, Give a verbal warning to the young person.
2, Give a second verbal warning to the young person and inform the parent/carer.
3, Give a written warning to the young person, giving a deadline for improvement.
4, Advise that formal suspension and/or dismissal will be sought for continued failure to follow the Code of Conduct.

* Please refer to Supporting People with Additional Needs on the Scout Association website for further information.

10th Royal Eltham January 2026