Our Team

Each member of the District team aims to make your life easier, come meet us here.

District Managers

Jennifer McCullough
District Commissioner

I manage and support leaders to ensure a great programme and quality Scouting for young people.

dc@lewishamscouts.org.uk

+447885203394

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Mike Jackson
District Chair

I lead the trustees in providing administrative and governance support to the District.

districtchair@lewishamscouts.org.uk

+447905 294205

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We both manage volunteers within Lewisham Scouts to make sure that the programme provided is safe, fun, adventurous, challenging and in accordance with Scouting POR.

District Management Team

Debbie Cohen
Squirrel Scout Leader

I ensure the effective operation of the Squirrel Scout Section in Lewisham.

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Graeme Taylor
Beaver Scout Leader

I ensure the effective operation of the Beaver Scout Section in Lewisham.

Gill Hodgin
Cub Scout Leader

I ensure the effective operation of the Cub Scout Section in Lewisham.

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Vacancy
Scouts Leader

I ensure the effective operation of the Scout Section in Lewisham.

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Explorer Scout Leader

I ensure the effective operation of the Explorer Scout Section in Lewisham.

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General Duties

I ensure the effective operation of Lewisham Scouts.

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Mandy Pywell
Local Training Manager

I ensure the effective operation of the Training in Lewisham.

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District Youth Commissioner

I ensure the effective operation of the Youth Programme in Lewisham.

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Kevin Murphy
District Support Commissioner

I provide support and advice to Group management.

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Lesley Hine
Appointments Manager

I look after Lewisham Scouts appointments.

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We assist with the management of the District by organising, supporting and guiding our designated sections in their roles. Our expertise is focused on programmes, managerial questions and how to best run your section. If you have any questions about Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Explorers or Young Leaders please contact us and we will do our best to assist.

District Support Team

Mark Thomson
Young Leaders Unit Leader

I ensure the effective operation of the Young Leader training programme.

ylesu@lewishamscouts.org.uk

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District Web Manager

I manage the website and email facility for Lewisham Scouts. 

webmanager@lewishamscouts.org.uk

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Luke Cohen
District Communications

I keep the District and its groups in regular clear and concise contact.

communication@lewishamscouts.org.uk

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We are here to help make the volunteering experience with Lewisham Scouts as smooth as possible, providing regular communications across the district and advice whenever you need us. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions about Lewisham Scout District and we will do our best to assist.

District Executive Committee

Vacancy
District Secretary

I document the actions of the DEC, organise meetings, and provide support to group secretaries.

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District Treasurer

I am responsible for the financial governance, reporting and providing support to group treasurers.

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Joe McEvilly
District HQ Manager

I manage the District Head Quarters, keeping it safe, clean and well maintained for all of the District to use.

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Chris Ellinson
Co-Chair of Frylands Wood Scout Outdoor Centre

I support staff and volunteers at the centre and chair the management committee.

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Vicki Armitage
Co-Chair of Frylands Wood Scout Outdoor Centre

I support staff and volunteers at the centre and chair the management committee.

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John Goodwin
Chair of the Appointments Committee

I chair the appointments process when onboarding new leaders in Lewisham.

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Richard Morrison
Co-chair of Governance Support Team

I support and advise Group trustees to assist them with their tasks and duties. 

governancesupport@lewishamscouts.co.uk

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Kevin Murphy
Co-chair of Governance Support Team

I support and advise Group trustees to assist them with their tasks and duties. 

governancesupport@lewishamscouts.co.uk

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Graham Simmons
Appointment Committee representative and HR advisor

I provide a link between the appointments committee and the DEC. 

dc@lewishamscouts.org.uk

David Wallis
Finance Officer for Frylands Wood

I provide financial support and reporting to the staff of Frylands Wood Scout Activity Centre.

dc@lewishamscouts.org.uk

Alan Britchford
Executive Member

I support and advise the DEC to assisting with tasks and duties. 

Michael Wall
Executive Member

I support and advise the DEC to assist with tasks and duties. 

dc@lewishamscouts.org.uk

The District Executive Committee has three main roles:  the Charity Trustees for the District; ensure compliance with Charity Law and the Rules of the Scout Association; and to manage the District’s resources, District Headquarters, funds and campsites. We aim to provide support and advice to Group Executive Committees in their governance of Scouts across Lewisham. If you have any governance questions, please email us and we will do our best to assist.