Midlands voluntary vacancies: Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire,Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, Staffordshire, Shropshire, West Midlands, Hereford & Worcester and Warwickshire.

JOB: Local Reserves Group Volunteer
BE4: N/A
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LOC: Local reserves throughout Warwickshire, Coventry and Solihull
PAY: Full training provided
FOR: Warwickshire Wildlife Trust

As a Local Reserves Group Leader, you will lead a group of volunteers on one of our local nature reserves to carry out a variety of tasks throughout the year. This is a valuable resource for enabling volunteers to give their time over a weekend, when other opportunities are limited. Tasks include: leading a group of volunteers on your designated nature reserve. To ensure that the reserves group is conducted in a safe environment and any accidents or near misses are reported to the Reserves Manager as soon as is practicable. Liaison with Reserves Manager to produce a plan of work. Thereafter to liaise with your Reserves Officer regarding ongoing practical habitat management. To maintain any tools and other WKWT owned resources in accordance with good working practice. Various times - generally meet at 09:30 and finish mid-afternoon. For more information and to apply: https://www.warwickshirewildlifetrust.org.uk/become-volunteer

JOB: Local Reserves Group Volunteer Leader
BE4: N/A
IV: --
LOC: Local reserves throughout Warwickshire, Coventry and Solihull
PAY: Full Training Provided
FOR: Warwickshire Wildlife Trust

As a Local Reserves Group Leader, you will lead a group of volunteers on one of our local nature reserves to carry out a variety of tasks throughout the year. This is a valuable resource for enabling volunteers to give their time over a weekend, when other opportunities are limited. A flavour of the tasks you will be involved with: Leading a group of volunteers on your designated nature reserve. To ensure that the reserves group is conducted in a safe environment and any accidents or near misses are reported to the Reserves Manager as soon as is practicable. Liaison with Reserves Manager to produce a plan of work. Thereafter to liaise with your Reserves Officer regarding ongoing practical habitat management. To maintain any tools and other WKWT owned resources in accordance with good working practice. Various times - generally meet at 09:30 and finish mid-afternoon. For more information and to apply: https://www.warwickshirewildlifetrust.org.uk/become-volunteer

JOB: Nature Force
BE4: N/A
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LOC: Local reserves throughout Warwickshire, Coventry and Solihull
PAY: Full Training Provided
FOR: Warwickshire Wildlife Trust

Carry out a wide variety of practical tasks to maintain and enhance Warwickshire Wildlife Trust’s nature reserves. Tasks will vary throughout the year, ranging from meadow and ride cutting in the summer to coppicing, tree felling and scrub clearance in the winter along with various construction projects, fencing, pond work and a range of other tasks. Often the work will involve the use of hand tools, mechanical and powered equipment such as brush-cutters, chainsaws, mowers and tractors on site. Various times - generally meet at 09:15 and finish around 16:00. For more information and to apply: https://www.warwickshirewildlifetrust.org.uk/become-volunteer

JOB: Project Volunteer
BE4: N/A
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LOC: Local reserves throughout Warwickshire, Coventry and Solihull
PAY: Full Training Provided
FOR: Warwickshire Wildlife Trust

As a Project Volunteer, you will assist our Project / Reserves Officer to maintain and enhance your local green spaces / Warwickshire Wildlife Trust nature reserves. Tasks will vary throughout the year, ranging from meadow and ride cutting in the summer to coppicing, tree felling and scrub clearance in the winter along with various other construction projects, fencing, pond work, litter picking. Often the work will involve the use of hand tools, mechanical and powered equipment such as brush-cutters, chainsaws, mowers and tractors on site. Various days of the week depending on the project. Start time: 09:30 or 10:00 and end time between 15:00 and 16:00. For more information and to apply: https://www.warwickshirewildlifetrust.org.uk/become-volunteer

JOB: Survey Force
BE4: N/A
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LOC: Local reserves throughout Warwickshire, Coventry and Solihull
PAY: Full Training Provided
FOR: Warwickshire Wildlife Trust

To assist with habitat and species surveying and monitoring on Warwickshire Wildlife Trust nature reserves. Surveys you will be involved with: botany (national vegetation classification and habitat condition); pond / amphibian; invertebrates (butterflies, dragonflies and moths); birds and breeding bird populations; small mammals; fungi; bioblitz. As a Survey Force volunteer, you have the option to join our regular larger group sessions which take place on alternate Mondays* during the survey season (April – September, 10:00 - 15:00 approximately) or if you would prefer and opportunities are available, you may survey by yourself or in smaller groups at a Warwickshire Wildlife Trust nature reserve of your choice at a time more suited to you (please note that the exception to this is that some surveys are required to be done at certain times of the day and year). For more information and to apply: https://www.warwickshirewildlifetrust.org.uk/become-volunteer

JOB: Tame Valley Wetlands, Tame Force
BE4: N/A
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LOC: Various reserves in North Warwickshire. Based at Hams Hall, Coleshill
PAY: Full Training Provided
FOR: Warwickshire Wildlife Trust

As a Tame Force Volunteer you will carry out a wide variety of practical tasks to maintain and enhance Warwickshire Wildlife Trust’s nature reserves throughout the Tame Valley Wetlands area of East Birmingham, North Warwickshire, and Staffordshire. Tasks will vary throughout the year, with a particular emphasis on wetland habitats management enhancement. Tasks include invasive species management, planting trees and wetland species, meadow and ride cutting in the summer, and coppicing, scrub removal, path work and pond work in the autumn and winter. Tuesdays: 10:00 - 15:15. For more information and to apply: https://www.warwickshirewildlifetrust.org.uk/become-volunteer

JOB: Peregrine Watch Volunteer
BE4: N/A
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LOC: Leamington Spa, CV32 4HN
PAY: Full Training Provided
FOR: Warwickshire Wildlife Trust

If you have a particular passion for birds of prey then this is an opportunity to share your passion with others. We need your help to enable local people to view peregrines and learn more about them. You will be the friendly face representing the Trust and helping us to conserve our birds of prey. We are looking for volunteers who want to organise and operate a small display tent that invites people to use telescopes to view peregrines from a distance. Other tasks include having an input into displays and other interpretation materials and media, engaging with visitors and chatting about the benefits and the ways they can support Warwickshire Wildlife Trusts, helping to promote the wider benefits of Warwickshire Wildlife Trust membership. Flexible: Saturdays during March – August. For more information and to apply: https://www.warwickshirewildlifetrust.org.uk/become-volunteer

JOB: Sherbourne Valley, Practical Conservation Volunteer
BE4: N/A
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LOC: Various locations throughout Coventry
PAY: Full Training Provided
FOR: Warwickshire Wildlife Trust

The Sherbourne Valley Project is run by Warwickshire Wildlife Trust, with the aims of reconnecting the people of Coventry with the city’s river whilst helping to restore the river for wildlife. As a Practical Conservation Volunteer, you will assist the Sherbourne Valley Project team with a variety of practical tasks that will enhance the wildlife habitats along the Sherbourne Valley area. Tasks will vary throughout the year and range from tree felling and coppicing to scrub clearance in the winter, with the removal of invasive species such as Himalayan Balsam in the spring and summer. Some of the work will involve improving the quality of habitat in the river channel, all tasks will involve the use of a variety of hand tools. Time: various sessions throughout the year,10:30 - 15:30. For more information and to apply: https://www.warwickshirewildlifetrust.org.uk/become-volunteer

JOB: Practical Outdoor Volunteer
BE4: Ongoing
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LOC: National Forest, East Midlands
PAY:
FOR: The Conservation Volunteers

Join us for free, weekly staff led conservation-based sessions at various sites across the National Forest area. Our work is varied and seasonal, including forestry and woodland tasks, invasive species removal, improving woodland pathways or maintaining wildlife ponds. It’s a great way to keep fit, feel connected to nature, learn new skills, and meet new people whilst also helping to improve our local green spaces. This role will suit you if you are: Looking to gain experience relevant to working in the countryside management/nature conservation sectors or wanting to get out into nature more. Sessions are free and are held weekly on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 10am - 3pm. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring your own lunch! All tools, PPE, and training will be provided. No current knowledge or experience needed - open to all! Time: 1-2 days a week. Contact us for more information at ben.woolley@tcv.org.uk TCV | The Conservation Volunteers. Facebook

JOB: Conservation Volunteer - Heathlands
BE4: N / A
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LOC: Sherwood Forest Region
PAY: In house training, expenses, tea, coffee, biscuits
FOR: Sherwood Forest Trust

As a Conservation Volunteer with The Sherwood Forest Trust, you will help play a pivotal role in the protection and enhancement of the wider Sherwood habitats and their rich biodiversity. You will work alongside the conservation team and other volunteers to assist with environmental restoration, habitat conservation and tackling invasive species to safeguard this legendary region for future generations. Skills and attributes: Passion for nature, heritage, and environmental conservation. Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions. Team player with a positive attitude and enthusiasm for learning. No prior experience required, training and guidance provided. More information and to apply info@sherwoodforesttrust.org.uk Volunteer with us! - The Sherwood Forest Trust Charity

JOB: Residential Volunteering - Visitor Experience
BE4: Please apply ASAP
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LOC: RSPB Frampton, Boston, Lincolnshire
PAY: Accommodation (including utility bills) and training provided
FOR: RSPB

The Lincolnshire reserve of Frampton Marsh has quickly become one of the best loved of all RSPB nature reserves. With a stunning array of wildlife offering close-up views, a reputation for helpful staff and an impressive record of rare species, this reserve has been making waves, regularly being mentioned as one of the best birdwatching sites in the country. We are looking for a residential volunteer to help us deliver the first-class visitor experience that the Lincolnshire reserve is famous for. As a visitor engagement volunteer you will be instrumental in liaising with our visitors, delivering the events programme and assisting with promotional work through social media and other means. This is an ideal opportunity for anyone wanting to pursue a career or interest in visitor engagement, hospitality or tourism. You will gain experience in supporting a range of activities both on and off site. Time: Ideally 6-12 months, must include July and August (available from 6 July). For more information, please visit here