Voluntary Opportunities: Scotland North
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JOB: Conservation Volunteer
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LOC: Fife, Clackmannanshire & parts of Perth & Kinross
PAY: Induction & training
FOR: Eastern Lowlands Red Squirrel Group
Volunteers needed for red squirrel conservation project. Training will be provided for surveys & monitoring of squirrel species. No minimum time commitment. Everybody welcome. Please contact Val Gall elredsquirrelgroup@gmail.com
JOB: Residential Volunteer- Saving Morvern’s Rainforest
BE4: Please apply ASAP
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LOC: Isle of Carna, Highland, Scotland
PAY: Accommodation and training provided
FOR: RSPB
The Morvern peninsula in the West Highlands contains some of Scotland's finest remaining rainforest, and there is immense potential to restore and expand this habitat for the benefit of people and wildlife. Invasive Rhododendron ponticum is one of the biggest threats to Scotland’s rainforests. If left unmanaged, it can dominate the woodland, suppressing tree regeneration and shading out important rainforest plants. You’ll be helping our Rainforest Restoration Team to remove invasive rhododendron from the Isle of Carna, off the coast of Morvern. It’s a great opportunity to learn practical habitat management skills in a stunning location. The small, 600-acre uninhabited island, offers a rich tapestry of habitats and landscapes for you to explore. Otters, white-tailed eagles and seals can be spotted daily from the island! This is a fantastic opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact on the conservation of Scotland’s rainforest. Time: Volunteer placements are for a minimum of 2 weeks, and ideally we’d prefer volunteers to stay for between 4 - 8 weeks. Placements are available in February and March 2026 only. For more information please visit our website here
JOB: Biodiversity Action Projects Volunteer Officer
BE4: Ongoing
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LOC: Alloa, Glasgow, Lochshore (Kilbrinie) and Edinburgh
PAY: Practical training in First Aid, Risk Assessment, and other relevant skills. Branded clothing, PPE, and all tools and materials provided. Reasonable travel expenses covered.
FOR: The Conservation Volunteers
This role supports TCV in enabling people and communities to improve their health and wellbeing, develop skills, and make a lasting impact on the environment. A key focus will be delivering projects that contribute to Biodiversity - helping to protect and restore habitats, increase species diversity, and create resilient greenspaces. Core to this role is planning and delivering hands-on projects with volunteers from diverse backgrounds and abilities. You’ll help volunteers develop their own skills and foster a positive, inclusive environment through clear and supportive communication. We’re looking for enthusiastic individuals with a passion for nature. By giving your time as a Volunteer Officer, you’ll help us reach more people and deliver more projects that improve greenspaces for both people and wildlife. You’ll need to be reliable, organised, and adaptable. We also work with children and young people, so you should feel comfortable engaging with all age groups. You’ll also have opportunities to shadow and assist other staff, giving you a broad range of experience across different habitats and conservation techniques. No previous experience is required - just enthusiasm for biodiversity and a willingness to learn. We’ll provide the training and support you need to succeed. Time: 1 to 2 days a week. Please contact David Meechan d.meechan@tcv.org.uk or 07773200525 to submit interest.