The Conservation Volunteers

Sessional Project Officer

2 x Roles based in North East England – Teesside/Co. Durham

1 x Role based in Hull, Humber and East Riding of Yorkshire

Salary: £91.88 per day

The Conservation Volunteers (TCV) connects people and green spaces to deliver lasting outcomes for both.

About the role:

The team deliver practical environmental improvement and conservation work 3-4 days each week, engaging local communities and other volunteer groups across a range of locations in the North East of England and in the Humber and East Riding of Yorkshire.

We are seeking a highly organised, adaptable, motivated and committed person to join the team for this important post. This post holder will work alongside other staff on the delivery of a variety of practical conservation projects.

This role is a field-based position. Key responsibilities of this post include: Working alongside other staff members to ensure efficient and professional delivery of practical works.

The successful applicant will:

• Have several years of experience working in the environment sector or similar.
• Be able to demonstrate an understanding of a range of practical conservation tasks, including tree planting,
• An ability to communicate effectively with people with varying abilities as well as children.
• Personal qualities of resourcefulness and flexibility.

   
Competency certification to operate a variety of machinery and powered equipment relevant to the sector would be advantageous although not a necessity.

Holiday entitlement for any work undertaken will be calculated quarterly and paid to you.

You will be required to drive a TCV vehicle with up to 5 passenger seats. For insurance this means you must meet the TCV driving requirements. A standard full UK Driving License held for at least a year is required.

You will be required to drive a TCV vehicle with up to 8 passenger seats. For insurance this means you must meet the TCV driving requirements. A standard full UK Driving Licence held for at least a year is required.

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process, and you will be asked whether you require any during your application. If you would like to discuss your requirements further please contact the People Team via recruitment@tcv.org.uk or by telephone on 01302 388883 . We also offer reasonable adjustments on the job.

A full driving licence is required as the post holder has use of a company vehicle.

This post is subject to a basic Adult CRC check.

A completed application form is required.

We are The Conservation Volunteers.

Our vision is Better Nature for All. We believe that nature and green spaces are an essential part of healthy happy communities.

Our mission is to connect people to protect and restore nature, delivering lasting benefits for both. The opportunity to connect to nature on your doorstep and contribute to its protection should be available to everyone.

The outcomes of our work:

• Environment: Green spaces are created, protected and improved, for nature and for people.
• Communities: Communities are stronger, working together to improve the places where people live and tackle the issues that matter to them.
• Health & Wellbeing: People improve their physical and mental health & wellbeing, by being outdoors, active and connected with others.
• Learning & Skills: People improve their confidence, skills and prospects, through learning inspired by the outdoors.

   
Join in, feel good.

For further information and to apply, please visit www.tcv.org.uk. Alternatively, email i.jakulis@tcv.org.uk or call 07843 069568.

Closing date for completed applications: 5.00pm on Friday 5th December 2025.

Interview date: Monday 8th December 2025 – Online.

Return completed application form to Ian Jakulis, i.jakulis@tcv.org.uk.

Closing Date: 05/12/2025  Location: Teesside/Co. Durham or Hull, Humber and East Riding of Yorkshire