Alan Bennett
About Alan Bennett
Alan Bennett is a Programme Delivery Manager (Early Years) with extensive experience in volunteer management and community engagement. He has worked in various roles within The Scouts and has a strong background in sports and education.
Current Role at The Scouts
Alan Bennett currently serves as the Programme Delivery Manager (Early Years) at The Scouts, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing early years programs and ensuring their successful implementation. His work involves engaging with community stakeholders to foster collaboration and support for early years initiatives.
Previous Experience at The Scouts
Bennett has an extensive history with The Scouts, having worked in various capacities. He served as the Growth and Development Officer from 2013 to 2018, focusing on expanding the organization's reach in the North of England. He later held the position of Early Years Development Officer for a brief period in 2018 and worked as the Programme Delivery Executive (Early Years) from 2019 to 2021.
Education and Qualifications
Alan Bennett studied at Wigan and Leigh College, where he earned a BTEC National Diploma in Sport and Exercise Studies from 2005 to 2007. He furthered his education at Liverpool John Moores University, obtaining a Bachelor of Arts in Sports Development with the Business of Sport from 2007 to 2010.
Background in Community Engagement
Bennett has demonstrated strong communication skills throughout his career, effectively engaging with community stakeholders. His experience includes volunteer management within non-profit organizations, which has equipped him with the ability to implement policies and processes to achieve desired outcomes.
Early Career Experience
Before his tenure at The Scouts, Bennett worked as a Team Support Officer at Wirral Borough Council for eight months in 2010. He also served as a Learning Support Assistant at Thornleigh Salesian College from 2011 to 2013, where he supported students in their educational pursuits.