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Date of last update: 30/8/10 Next update due 6/9/10
REF VOL-DIRECT-13/9 JOB VOLUNTARY NATURE RESERVE
OFFICER BE4 15/9/10 LOC BEDFORDSHIRE PAY 0 Travel expenses & training) FOR BEDS, CAMBS, NORTHANTS &
PETERBORO WILDLIFE TRUST DES Primarily to assist Reserves staff in all aspects of management on 28 nature reserves from Oct to March, with opportunities to experience other areas of conservation work. Voluntary placement designed to offer on the job training in practical reserve management skills, related office work & formal training (chainsaw / brushcutter / first aid / tools / practical skills / botany / livestock management). Gain experience of a wide range of habitats from grassland to woodland, urban to rural with opportunities to become involved in survey work & to take advantage of free training on our wildlife training workshop programme of over 80 short courses. BUT Good communication & people skills, keen to learn, computer literate, full driving licence & some background in ecology, natural history or conservation & experience of working outdoors. Able to commit to a min 3 days / week, pref for 6 months. For Oct start. ASK Graham Bellamy, 01234
364213 graham.bellamy@wildlifebcnp.org
JOB LONDON HOUSE SPARROW PARKS
PROJECT INTERN BE4 1/9/10 LOC LONDON PAY Travel expenses (up to 25
miles) & training FOR RSPB DES We are working with several
local authorities & land management orgs in London to trial different habitat
management types in parks, to see which benefit house sparrows. This role will
be supporting the Project Officer. Main areas of work: monitoring bird use of
trial plots; measuring vegetation structure in the plots; compiling data;
identifying invertebrates. BUT Strong bird ID skills; some
knowledge of invertebrate & plant ID & ecology; willingness to do physical work
outdoors incl during the winter; 18 years or over & available for 6 months;
A-levels or equiv; IT literate. ASK Louise Clark,
louise.clark@rspb.org.uk JOB SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORT VOLUNTEER BE4 30/9/10 LOC LAKE DISTRICT NATIONAL PARK PAY 0 FOR NURTURE LAKELAND DES The main purpose of the job is
to support the Marketing & Communications Officer in promoting Nurture Lakeland
& the Fix the Fells project. Duties & responsibilities will incl: assist with
tasks such as attending public events & shows; helping design & produce
displays; updating the websites; assisting in the organisation of fundraising
competitions; writing press releases; helping produce e-newsletters; writing &
designing publicity materials. Time commitment: ideally at least 1 full day a
week. BUT Friendly & outgoing
personality; strong interpersonal & communication skills incl written; well
organised; ability to work independently or as part of a team; ability to use MS
Office; genuine passion for conservation. Desirable skills: some design
experience i.e. Adobe photoshop; experience of web editing; ability to use
social networking sites i.e. Facebook & Twitter; some knowledge of the area;
experience & interest in fell walking. ASK Keira Holt, 01539 822622
keira@nurturelakeland.org nurturelakeland.org fixthefells.co.uk JOB WILDLIFE WALK LEADER BE4 Ongoing LOC RSPB ARNE NATURE RESERVE,
DORSET PAY Training, expenses given FOR RSPB DES Taking people out on guided
walks is a great way of inspiring them about all things wild & talking about the
work of the RSPB. In return you get to learn more about the reserves & enjoy the
great outdoors, plus you will be passing on your knowledge & skills to many
people of different ages & backgrounds. BUT A good natural history
knowledge & a desire to inspire others would be advantageous but training
provided. 1-2 days per month desirable. ASK Alexia Hollinshead, 01929
553360
alexia.hollinshead@rspb.org.uk JOB YOUNG RANGER ASSISTANT BE4 17/9/10 LOC CHARTERHOUSE, BLAGDON nr
BRISTOL PAY Travel expenses up to 20 miles
each way FOR MENDIP HILLS AONB UNIT DES To assist the AONB project
Officer in running the AONB Young Rangers scheme for young people aged 11-15
years. Monthly Saturday sessions & a camp cover a wide range of activities incl
outdoor activities such as caving & walking, practical conservation tasks,
wildlife ID & quals such as First Aid, navigation & the John Muir Award. BUT Experience of working with
young people & enjoy being outdoors. Available 1 Saturday per month to assist
with activity days & one weekday per month to assist with admin & planning.
Experience of MS Word & emailing beneficial. CRB check. ASK
www.mendiphillsaonb.org.uk & click
on the ‘Volunteering’ page. JOB VOLUNTEER RESERVES OFFICER BE4 17/9/10 IV 24/9/10 LOC MOLD, WALES PAY Training FOR NEWWILDLIFE DES At least 22.5hrs per week for at least 6 months (schedule negotiable). Gain experience of a variety of conservation management work whilst inspiring others to volunteer in conservation. Undertake training in ecological & practical skills. BUT Flexible & willing to work outdoors. Some
experience as a volunteer in the countryside sector. ASK Admin Officer 01352 742115
admin@newwildlife.org.uk JOB LITCHEN CO-ORDINATOR BE4 Closing when position is filled LOC MONKTON WYLD COURT, DORSET PAY Accommodation & pocket money
provided FOR MONKTON WYLD COURT DES Join a thriving intentional
community-led rural education centre for sustainable living. Manage kitchen
stock, shifts, cleaning & meals for 5-50 residents, vols & course guests.
Oversee optimum use of organic garden produce in cooking & preserving. On a
structural level, each member of the community contributes to various projects
around the site to do with land management, gardening & building – all positions
are focused on the same goals of teaching practical skills for sustainability.
You will be teaching kitchen skills & hopefully developing these lessons into
cooking workshops & courses. Any other skills or interests community members
have tend to be co-opted for the good of the group. BUT Essential: vegetarian cooking
experience, knowledge of nutrition & special diets, strong management skills,
people skills, experience in preserving & baking (or strong willing ness to
learn). Helpful: patience, flexibility, confidence & a good music collection. ASK Laurie, 01297 560342
info@monktonwyldcourt.org JOB VOLUNTEER SUPPORTER – COMMUNITY
FUNDRAISING BE4 N / A LOC VARIOUS SOUTH WEST ENGLAND PAY Training & expenses FOR RSPB DES You would support collection
box minders, making sure they have all the resources they need. This could mean
anything from finding a vol to taking over someone else’s box while they’re
away, ordering more stationary / badges etc., or being on hand to answer
questions (over the phone or meeting up). Local communities around the SW are
reaching out to help the RSPB, community fundraising is growing all the time &
has become a truly important source of income to us. We simply couldn’t have all
these collections in so many areas (esp the remote ones!) without vols to look
after them. BUT Don’t need to know anything
about birds or wildlife. Happy to talk to people & enthuse them about the RSPB.
Access to email & willingness & ability to use basic spreadsheets to report
income & other information would be a huge bonus. ASK Ref: 4633. Isabelle
Arthur, 01392 453293
isabelle.Arthur@rspb.org.uk
JOB
VOLUNTEERS BE4
ongoing
LOC
FIFE
PAY
0
FOR
SCOTTISH NATIVE WOODS DES / BUT
Come & help us restore & expand native woodlands, & learn new skills
such as tree planting, felling & dry-stane dyking. The activities are
usually on the first Sunday of the month, & run from 10am to 4pm. There are
regular breaks & you can do as little or as much as you choose. Please bring
your own lunch. All tools, training & any safety equipment will be provided.
We regret we cannot provide transport. ASK Please check our website for
alterations or updates,
www.scottishnativewoods.org.uk More info or to book a place on an
activity: Chris Childe, Community Education Officer, 01337 832619
chris.childe@scottishnativewoods.org.uk
JOB VOLUNTEER WILDLIFE SURVEYORS BE4 N / A LOC LOCH LOMOND & THE TROSSACHS
NATIONAL PARK PAY 0 FOR SCOTTISH WILDLIFE TRUST DES Required to take part in Saving
Scotland’s Red Squirrels project. Key areas are between St Fillans &
Locheaernhead, Doune, Callander & around Arrochar. Full training will be
provided. Surveys are conducted in the early mornings & take approx. 2 hours.
Surveyors could also be required to distribute project leaflets to local
residents & place project posters around the survey areas to help raise
awareness. Local Volunteer Grey Squirrel Controllers also required in these
areas, please contact us for further details. Contribute to a national
conservation project & help save Scotland’s red squirrels. BUT Flexible & prepared to conduct
surveys during early mornings in woodlands. Access to own transport essential. ASK Lewis Pate, SSRS Project
Officer, 01389 722 605
lpate@swt.org.uk JOB VISITOR CENTRE ASSISTANT LOC COLNE VALLEY PARK CENTRE,
DENHAM FOR COLNE VALLEY PARK VISITOR
CENTRE BUT Flexible, friendly & willing to
take on a variety of tasks. Ability to work under own initiative is essential,
as is a welcoming personality who ensures customers wish to return time & again.
The centre must remain open daily & so vols need to be reliable & able to commit
to a min of 3 months. ASK Visitor Centre Manager, 01895
833375 to discuss. JOB 2 x CONSERVATION TRAINEES
– Community Team Bucks BE4 6/9/10 (9am) IV 14/9/10 LOC COLLEGE LAKE NATURE RESERVE, nr
TRING PAY 0 FOR BERKS, BUCKS & OXON WILDLIFE
TRUST DES Based at our Buckinghamshire office, the team provides real opportunities for trainees to develop wildlife management skills. New recruits will join an established team delivering an extensive & varied programme of work from survey & monitoring to major felling works & fencing. Recruits will gain practical experience within a Wildlife Trust that manages more than 80 nature reserves. On completion many trainees have gone on to successful careers in the env sector. BUT Essential: desire to work
in wildlife conservation, agriculture, forestry, horticulture or arb. Good level
of physical fitness & strength. Willing to use power tools (training will be
given). Ability to work with a range of people from different age groups &
backgrounds. Willingness to develop skills & standards of workmanship & to
supervise & lead others. Desirable: mechanical aptitude; valid driving licence;
experience of trailer handling & similar work; rel education / experience. ASK
www.bbowt.org.uk 01865
775476
recruitment@bbowt.org.uk JOB LONG TERM VOLUNTEER RANGER BE4 3/9/10 LOC PURBECK, DORSET PAY 0 Training &Travel FOR THE NATIONAL TRUST DES Opportunity to spend time in an
AONB whilst developing your cside management skills. Chance to learn as part of
a large team of cside staff. To assist with the management of the South Purbeck
coast from September 2010 for 1 year. BUT Would ideally suit someone
looking for experience in the practical side of cside management who is looking
for career development in the cside sector & wants an opportunity to develop
their skills in liaising with the public & developing engagement opportunities.
Skills required: considerable knowledge gained from practical experience in
cside skills; vol leadership & good communication skills; confidence & diplomacy
to liaise with the public & work with local communities. Driving licence & own
transport essential. Accom is available based on 32 hrs week volunteer (4 days) ASK Rachel Rodman, The National Trust, Castle View Visitor Centre, Corfe Castle, Wareham JOB ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION
VOLUNTEER BE4 3/9/10 IV 15/9/10* LOC HOOK, HAMPSHIRE PAY £50 / wk + full board &
lodgings FOR GORDON BROWN ENVIRONMENTAL
EDUCATION CENTRE DES / BUT
Starting Sept 2010 for 1 year. The centre is based in 25 acres of beautiful
Hampshire cside. Work with the Head of Cente & other members of staff in the day
to day running & development of the Centre & the provision of quality Env
Education. Help lead activities for visiting schools (usually 10 year olds) to
gain knowledge & understanding about the natural env. Also provide land
management support to aid the upkeep of our site. To live on site with 4 other
full time vols. Assist in the care of the animals (currently pigs, chickens,
goats, tortoises, rabbits & guinea pigs). You will be trained to be an archery
leader. *You will be expected to come to the Centre on Tues eve 14th Sept, food
& accom provided. Travel expenses up to £25 paid. ASK Letter / CV of application to
Mrs T. Malcolm, Head of Centre,
teachers@thegordonbrowncentre.org.uk
giving details of skills, experience & aspirations. JOB VOLUNTEER ASSISTANT COUNTRYSIDE
RANGER BE4 6/9/10 IV wb 13/9/10 LOC BOX HILL, DORKING, SURREY PAY 0 FOR NATIONAL TRUST DES Join a dedicated National Trust
team on the Surrey Hills at Box Hill & Headley Heath & develop skills required
to manage a busy & nationally important countryside property. This is a great
opportunity to gain experience in visitor engagement, education, nature
conservation & cside estate skills. Accommodation available in converted dairy
building. BUT Suit new graduates
looking for work experience or anyone looking for a career in the countryside. A
commitment to providing a high quality visitor experience is essential as well
as knowledge & enthusiasm for nature conservation. Full UK driver’s licence. 6 –
12 months term. ASK
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/volunteering
rosie.pite@nationaltrust.org.uk JOB PLANNING & POLICY ASSISTANT BE4 6/9/10 LOC BRISTOL PAY Travel expenses FOR AVON WILDLIFE TRUST DES To help facilitate the delivery of the planning & policy work programme of the Trust, including responding to major planning applications & planning & other policy documents. BUT Good communication skills, ability to work with a wide range of people, computer literate. ASK Sian Parry, Planning &
Policy Officer, 0117 9177270
sianparry@avonwildlifetrust.org.uk More
info:
http://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/people/volunteer.htm#People_and_wildlife JOB PASSIONATE PEOPLE FOR NATURE BE4 Ongoing LOC VARIOUS EVENTS, SHOWS &
RESERVES, DORSET PAY Training & expenses FOR RSPB DES Memberships are vital to enable the RSPB carry out its wildlife conservation work, safeguarding species & habitats in the UK & internationally. We need your help to enthuse & inspire others with amazing facts & stories about our wildlife conservation projects & encourage funds through membership to support this work. We are looking for passionate people to help us encourage new members at events, festivals & shows in the local area & also at our Dorset reserves. This is a great opportunity to help fund wildlife conservation, meet people from a wide variety of backgrounds & enhance your skills. It’s also a great way of getting into the big shows for FREE! BUT Commitment of 1 day per week is desirable. ASK Lynne Burningham, 01305
773519 / 07826 919038
lynne.burningham@rspb.org.uk JOB FENN’S MOSS NNR VOLUNTARY
WARDEN BE4 N/A ongoing LOC Fenn’s, Whixall & Bettisfield
Mosses NNR, & NNR Base (N Shropshire) PAY 0 travel expenses * FOR NATURAL ENGLAND & COUNTRYSIDE
COUNCIL FOR WALES DES Great opportunity to assist with the restoration of part of Britain’s 3rd largest lowland raised peat bog. The NNR is 635ha & straddles the English / Welsh border, 4 miles from Whitchurch, Shropshire & 10 miles from Wrexham. Role is varied & can incl practical estate & habitat management tasks, surveying / monitoring, assisting with events / guided walks & office projects. Protective clothing provided & in-house training. BUT Suitable for a student looking for a work placement or someone wanting to gain further experience in the conservation sector. Reliable & enthusiastic, keen interest in wildlife & conservation, physically fit & prepared to work outdoors. ASK Peter Bowyer, Reserve
Manager,
peter.bowyer@naturalengland.org.uk 01948 880362
www.naturalengland.org.uk JOB FUNDRAISING RESEARCH ASSISTANT BE4 ongoing LOC HOME BASED (Devon, Cornwall,
Dorset) PAY appropriate training provided & expenses FOR RSPB DES Help us fundraise in the South West. Help research new methods of community fundraising such as walks for wildlife, challenge events, themed days, quizzes etc. Also research new external events for us to attend across the region from Cornwall to Bristol. BUT Good IT skills, especially ability to use Excel spreadsheets & the internet. Must be organised & able to keep accurate records of the research undertaken. ASK Nikki Marks 01392 457194
nikki.marks@rspb.org.uk JOB MEMBERSHIP MOGUL BE4 Ongoing LOC DEVON & CORNWALL PAY Appropriate training & expenses re-imbursed where necessary FOR RSPB DES We need your help to enthuse others about wildlife conservation & encourage support of our work by recruiting new members to the RSPB. You will help our staff to run recruitment & information stands at various events & venues across the county. BUT Friendly, enthusiastic & outgoing people who love a challenge. (Role will involve standing for long periods at events & shows, & being able to carry membership materials.) ASK Nikki Marks, 01392457194
nikki.marks@rspb.org.uk JOB PEOPLE ENGAGEMENT VOLUNTEERS BE4 ongoing LOC RSPB EXE ESTUARY RESERVE, DEVON PAY Exe Estuary ‘all you need to know guide’ FOR RSPB DES Act as ambassadors for the nature reserve, chatting to people about the estuary landscape & the work of the RSPB. Opportunity to be the face of the RSPB & an essential part of a team, which will rely heavily on vol support. There will be a training day with an opportunity to meet staff & experienced vols. BUT A great ‘people person’, comfortable & happy chatting to people in a friendly & helpful manner. Able to inspire people about our work, & history & natural history of the Exe Estuary. Available for half a day twice a month. Interest in conservation & env issues advantageous, although we would train you in everything you need to know beforehand. ASK
www.rspb.org.uk/volunteering/opportunities/index.asp
JOB VOLUNTEERING BE4 ongoing LOC HATTON BUG ZOO (nr Warwick) &
Shustoke PAY expenses may be paid FOR NATURAL WORLD EXPERIENCE LTD DES We run a Bug Zoo & Gift Shop at Hatton Country World, as well as breeding of invertebrates, going into schools delivering env ed & run our own activities throughout holiday periods. Assist in shop, help with the invertebrate rearing programme & deliver some of the env activities. Some of this work will involve working with young children as well as older people. More info www.naturalworldexperience.com BUT No specific quals required but applicants must have knowledge of the natural world, be prepared to work & handle various invertebrates, reptiles & amphibians. Must be able to communicate with both very young & older people. Outgoing & prepared to work in all weathers. ASK Paul Taylor 07811 403713
info@naturalworldexperience.com or in person at the Hatton Bug Zoo & Gift
Shop (Sats & Suns only) LOC POOLE, DORSET FOR BTCV PAY Free NVQ DES To help organise & lead midweek & other practical days. Gain experience in project management, leadership, client liaison & land management. Practical experience could incl coppicing, fencing, hedgelaying, coast path maintenance, along with habitat creation & repair. In return for your commitment of 2 or more days a week you will receive training in first aid & minibus MiDAS cert & able to access free NCFE conservation certs through the BTCV Institute. You will also be eligible to apply for free NVQ Level 2 in Env Conservation. BUT Ideally 21+ with full
clean driving licence of over 2 year & access to own car. Enthusiasm & an
interest in the env, although no formal quals required as training given. PAY Training DES Take a lead in co-ordinating vol tasks with landowners & vols throughout Dorset & producing vol task programmes. The post also involves collating vol information, entering information onto databases & keeping track of finances. This post can either be practical with the inclusion of running practical vol tasks days or not. In return for a commitment of 1 or more days a week we are offering NCFE BTCV Institute Training in rel areas. BUT Organisational skills & a lot of enthusiasm. Both: Commitment of 6 or more months ideally. No accom available. ASK Kirsty Davis, 01202 632101 dorset@btcv.org.uk JOB WILDLIFE WATCH LEADERS BE4 ONGOING LOC THROUGHOUT SUFFOLK
PAY 0 FOR SUFFOLK WILDLIFE TRUST DES Help run network of children's wildlife clubs. Wildlife Watch Groups are the junior branch of the Wildlife Trusts & normally run once a month for 2 hours, often on a Sat morning. They are aimed at 6-12 year olds. BUT An enthusiasm to work with children & teach them about wildlife & conservation is all that's needed. ASK Wildlife Watch Organiser Martha
Cowell on 01473 89089 or
martha.cowell@suffolkwildlifetrust.org for more
details www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org FOR RSPB BE4 Ongoing PAY Training & expenses
JOB Publicity Officer LOC Wareham or Home Based DES BUT Computerate with an eye
for detail, some previous marketing experience desirable but not essential.
Commitment of 1 day per week would be desirable. JOB Speak Up For Nature Volunteer LOC RSPB Arne Nature Reserve DES Community talks is a great way of telling stories to local people with a range of different interests. We are hoping to increase our talks programme so that we can meet more people. The aim of the talks is to encourage people to visit our fabulous reserves, learn more about the exciting work that RSPB does & inspire the audience to join RSPB. BUT Comfortable with public speaking & happy to use either Powerpoint presentations or slides. Training available. Commitment of half day per month , some evening work involved. ASK Emma Foulgar, 01929
556651
emma.foulger@rspb.org.uk JOB WILDWOOD ECOMIND VOLUNTEER BE4 N / A LOC HERNE BAY, KENT PAY Basic training in woodland management, dead-hedging, tool use FOR WILDWOOD TRUST DES Wildwood is set in many acres of ancient woodland, & needs your help in keeping this in top condition, as well as helping us construct & maintain animal enclosures. We have collaborated with the charity Mind to enable people who are mental health service users the opportunity to volunteer at Wildwood & learn new practical skills in our wonderful woodland surroundings. You will help in keeping the Wildwood grounds & facilities in excellent working order, help in the construction of new animal enclosures, help our keeper team develop better conditions for our animals. Skills will incl: pathway construction; waste minimisation; groundworks & building; rainwater collection & distribution system; woodland management incl coppicing. Spaces available 10am to 2pm Mon to Fri. BUT No quals needed. Reasonably fit / mobile, for people suffering mental distress only. ASK Chat / app form:
Volunteer Co-ordinator, 01227 712111. JOB PRACTICAL PROJECTS – VOLUNTEER
OFFICERS LOC HUMBER & EAST YORKSHIRE REGION FOR BTCV
ASK Ian, 01482 620309
i.jakulis@btcv.org.uk JOB CONSERVATION YOUTH VOLUNTEER BE4 Ongoing LOC PETERBOROUGH PAY Training & expenses FOR Froglife DES Our Green Pathways Scheme is designed for young people who have shown an interest in working on conservation activities. Unique to the Peterborough area, the scheme is encouraging vulnerable & ‘at risk’ young people aged 10-17 to be proactive in the design & development of their community & effectively install a sense of pride in their surroundings. They are referred to the scheme through a number of agencies incl the Youth Offending Service, Anti-Social Behaviour Team, & local primary & secondary schools. Through conservation based activities, they will develop basic social & communication skills, literacy, numeracy & practical skills. This will help to increase their confidence & self-esteem & develop into responsible young adults with a life-long interest in conservation. BUT Genuine interest in wildlife conservation & working with young people desirable. Subject to CRB disclosure & completion of the Better Together training programme. ASK / Chat: Laura Brady, Education Officer, 01733 425828
laura.brady@froglife.org
www.froglife.org JOB BIRDLIFE MALTA RAPTOR CAMP
VOLUNTEERS BE4 10/9/10 LOC MALTA PAY 0 FOR BIRDLIFE MALTA DES Since the late 1990s we have organised a camp during the annual
autumn raptor migration period with the aim of curtailing illegal hunting
activity & collecting data on bird migration. This is no bird watching holiday,
but a serious conservation effort! This years camp takes place from 11th – 26th
Sept & you are welcome to attend for 1 or 2 weeks. Costs: Hotel acomm incl all
meals 24 Euro; taxi transfer, 25 euro.
JOB VOLUNTEER OFFICER LOC LEEDS FOR BTCV SKELTON PROJECT DES / BUT Popular & busy environmental education project in South Leeds. We have regular one-off volunteering events, where you can try out environmental volunteering with no further commitment needed, helping to keep our wildlife gardens looking good for visiting schoolchildren. We also have occasional vacancies in our regular volunteering team delivering env. education activities to school groups - an excellent opportunity for anyone contemplating a career working with children and/or the environment. ASK Get in touch to discuss the current situation, & visit our website to find out more about us - www.skeltongrange.org.uk Liz Sargeant, 0113 2430815 skelton@btcv.org.uk
JOB RESIDENTIAL VOLUNTEERS BE4 OK LOC VARIOUS UK PAY NO FOR RSPB DES Long term placements (6 months) ideal for experience/training for a career in conservation. Self-catering accommodation provided. BUT Special skills /bird id not required for most opportunities, but a genuine interest in & enthusiasm for birds & wildlife conservation essential. ASK www.rspb.org.uk/volunteering/residential 01767 680551 Volunteers@rspb.org.uk
JOB WOODLAND WEBGUIDE BE4 Ongoing – selection by phone interview LOC LOCALLY ACROSS ENGLAND PAY Travel expenses, induction & training events FOR THE WOODLAND TRUST DES We are working with landowners, vols & visitors to create the UK’s first user-friendly, searchable website of the 22,000 woods which welcome visitors. Vols can help by visiting the woods in their area to take photos & collect information, & uploading this to inspire & inform other visitors online. Vols also help moderate the web pages for each wood, blog about their visits, & use facebook & Twitter to promote woods. We provide training on using the VisitWoods website, moderation, etc. BUT People who enjoy spending time both outdoors & online. You don’t need to be an expert on woods, but you will need to be confident surfing the web & using email. Good communication skills & enjoy contact with other people. We’re especially keen to hear from older vols & those who have personal experience of disability or of visiting with children.
JOB VOLUNTEERS BE4 N / A LOC INSIDE THE M25 PAY 0* FOR LONDON & WEST MIDDLESEX NATIONAL TRUST VOLUNTEERS DES / BUT Based in the London area but with members all around the country, we run work parties at weekends either from Fri eve to Sun lunchtime staying at NT Basecamps (used by NT working holidays) in the S & E but also occasionally further away, incl the W country & Derbyshire & Yorkshire; or day tasks on Sundays, usually at NT properties around the London area that are more readily accessible by public transport. We run at least 1 event each weekend. Tasks incl scrub clearance, esp rhododendrons, step & path building, pond management & other general site maintenance work on NT properties. *We normally charge £8 for a weekend which covers 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches & an evening meal.
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