North East of England voluntary vacancies: Northumberland, County Durham, Tyne & Wear, Cleveland, North, West and South Yorkshires and the East Riding of Yorkshire (formerly Humberside).

JOB: Catchment Volunteer
BE4: Ongoing
IV: --
LOC: Doncaster
PAY: Expense and training
FOR: Don Catchment Rivers Trust

With DCRT staff you will help to make physical improvements to the rivers in the catchment. This will include improving access, litter picking, removing invasive non-native species (INNS) and small scale works in rivers. You will be able to get outside, learn about local watercourses, develop skills and spend time in nature. This role will suit people who want to get outdoors and learn about their natural heritage, are willing to be part of a team, and share experience and knowledge with other volunteers. Various locations and dates in Doncaster. Training, support, uniform, refreshments and travel expenses. This role is a part of the National Lottery Heritage Fund project All Hands on the Don. Use this link to apply: https://c-js.co.uk/3HJnTXV

JOB: Marine Conservation & Citizen Scientist Volunteer
BE4: Ongoing
IV: --
LOC: Berwickshire Coast - Eyemouth, Coldingham, St Abbs
PAY: Full theory and practical training will be provided
FOR: Berwickshire Marine Reserve

This is an excellent opportunity to join our team of coastal champions and citizen scientists in our efforts to protect and monitor marine life in the BMR. You will gain interdisciplinary experience whilst participating in events such as intertidal surveys, shorewatches, beach cleans, and removal of invasive species. Our volunteers are an integral part of our work to engage with our local community and gather robust data to monitor the biodiversity of our waters. For further information on volunteering with the BMR please check out our website - www.berwickshiremarinereserve.org.uk/projects or get in touch - info@berwickshiremarinereserve.org.uk 01890 752509.

JOB: Volunteer Countryside Wardens - Footpath monitoring and inspections
BE4: Ongoing
IV: --
LOC: Redcar and Cleveland, North East
PAY: Training, skills, experience, references
FOR: Redcar and Cleveland Council

Inspecting public rights of way and reporting on condition, path adoption with light maintenance work, carrying out formal surveys. Time: ad hoc. Please also see Access Volunteers for more hands on practical work. Please contact - naomi.green@redcar-cleveland.gov.uk

JOB: Access Volunteers
BE4: Ongoing
IV: --
LOC: Redcar and Cleveland, North East
PAY: Training, skills, experience, references
FOR: Redcar and Cleveland Council

Practical work in small groups working with a ranger to improve local access and rights of way. Work may include installation of steps, boardwalks, stiles/ gates, vegetation management, path construction, bridge work, general estate work and much more. A general level of good health and fitness is required. Full training, PPE and support offered. Time: ad hoc. Please contact naomi.green@redcar-cleveland.gov.uk

JOB: Woodland Volunteers
BE4: Ongoing
IV: --
LOC: Redcar and Cleveland, North East
PAY: Training, skills, experience, references
FOR: Redcar and Cleveland Council

Working in a group alongside a ranger to improve local woodlands. Work to include footpath work, small tree thinning, creating habitat piles, meadow and pond management, managing invasive species, tree planting and maintenance, hedge laying and much more. No experience required - you will be welcome in to a small team and training and support will be provided. Time: Weekly tasks - as and when available. For more info please contact naomi.green@redcar-cleveland.gov.uk

JOB: River Volunteer
BE4: Ongoing
IV: --
LOC: Bradford area, West Yorkshire
PAY: Training and travel expenses
FOR: Aire Rivers Trust

Volunteer with the Aire Rivers Trust - support our work through practical environmental conservation, Riverfly Monitoring, Outfall Safari, Events and more! All tools and PPE are provided. Contact: contact@aireriverstrust.org.uk Volunteer with Us - Aire Rivers Trust

JOB: Citizen Science Volunteer with DCRT
BE4: Ongoing
IV: --
LOC: Doncaster
PAY: Free training, travel expenses, refreshments, uniform
FOR: Don Catchment Rivers Trust

DCRT are restoring two wetland sites in Doncaster as part of the National Lottery Funded "All Hands on the Don" project. Volunteers with a passion for wildlife are needed to help survey the sites before and after the creation of two wetland conservation schemes. Take part in a monthly wetland bird survey, waterway bat surveys, moth-trapping, botanical surveys, water-vole surveying, re-introduction of plants, and more across the Doncaster area. Help us to survey nature, take part in free training courses and meet new people! All welcome, from beginner's wanting to learn new skills to nature-experts wishing to share their knowledge. Time: 2-4 hours a month. Volunteers can find out more by emailing volunteer@dcrt.org.uk or visiting https://c-js.co.uk/3HJnTXV

JOB: Animal Rescue & Transport Volunteer
BE4: December 2025
IV: --
LOC: North East
PAY:
FOR: Whitby Wildlife Sanctuary

Whitby Wildlife Sanctuary (registered charity CIO 1185213) is looking to recruit more volunteers to join our invaluable rescue & transport team. We admit over 3000 wildlife casualties every year, from all areas of the North East. Our rescue team provide transport for animals, usually to our main centre in Whitby. Some transports may be needed to go straight to the closest vets of course but if a wild animal is a good candidate for rehabilitation, then we provide that service. Access to your own vehicle is required. There are opportunities to buddy with our more experienced volunteers to gain experience in a wide range of rescue cases. Equipment and support provided. We would not be where we are today without our superb team of volunteers - they are the backbone of the charity. More information: email whitbywildlifesanctuary@outlook.com or visit https://whitbywildlife.co.uk/

JOB: Trustee (Fundraising)
BE4: 16-11-2025
IV: --
LOC: Sheffield / Remote
PAY: Expenses covered
FOR: Grow

This is an excellent opportunity to directly shape Grow's future and guide our fundraising efforts. We are seeking a strategic and passionate individual to support our Head of Fundraising in building a robust strategy that will diversify our income and help us achieve our goals. You will provide expert guidance to our trustee board on developments in the fundraising sector and help us make informed decisions based on your fundraising expertise. This role also involves supporting key fundraising events and assisting with the monitoring of our progress against our targets. Support Grow’s Head of Fundraising in building a robust fundraising strategy that diversifies our income streams. Support the board to make decisions based on fundraising predictions. Interviews: We will interview candidates as applications arrive and will close the role once a suitable candidate is found, so please don't delay in applying. We welcome informal phone conversations in advance of submitting an application. Please get in touch to organise a call. Time: Bi-monthly meetings. To apply, email your CV and cover letter (2 sides of A4 max.) to: helen.jordan@growuk.org Please include why you are interested in this role and how your experience or interests meet the job description and person specification.

JOB: Immersive Outdoor Learning Volunteer
BE4: 23-11-2025
IV: 03-12-2025
LOC: Gibside
PAY: Relevant training opportunities will be made available specific to this opportunity. This includes safeguarding, developing & delivering outdoor activities, bushcraft, wildlife identification and first aid. Accommodation may be available and will be discu
FOR: National Trust

Do you love the outdoors and volunteering with children? Gibside is offering an immersive volunteer experience from January to August 2026 to support with planning, preparing and delivering outdoor education activities for children and young people. You will also be involved in a project to explore new ways for Gibside to engage with 16-25 year olds. Toast marshmallows, hunt for bugs, make natural art and inspire future generations to love and protect our natural world. Gibside is one of the National Trust's Children and Young people hubs and we hope to create employment pathway opportunities for the next generation. This opportunity is open to all ages and backgrounds, regardless of previous experience, and would particularly be of benefit to young people starting out and wanting some much-needed hands-on experience and the opportunity to develop unique and transferrable skills for their future career. Time: Up to 30 hours per week for up to 8 months. Email gibisdeCYP@nationaltrust.org.uk for more details and to apply.

JOB: Trustee / Treasurer
BE4: Ongoing
IV: --
LOC: Margrove Heritage Centre, Boosbeck, Saltburn, TS123BZ
PAY: The satisfaction of making a tangible, lasting impact on Tees Valley’s green and blue landscapes. Collaboration with a dynamic team of like-minded conservationists. Access to bespoke training and mentoring opportunities Reimbursement of all reasonable exp
FOR: Tees Valley Wildlife Trust

Our Treasurer will work closely with the Finance Manager and Chief Executive Officer, providing financial insight, stewardship, and best-practice advice. As part of the Board of Trustees, you will help set the strategic direction for Tees Valley Wildlife Trust, championing our mission to create wildlife-rich places and wildlife-rich lives across the region. Time: 4-5 hours per month. Email: info@teeswildlife.org for more information.