Environmental and Outdoor Education Vacancies
Volunteer Education Assistant
Position: Volunteer Education Assistant
Location: WWT Washington, Pattinson, Washington, Tyne and Wear, NE38 8LE
Contract end date:
Hours: One or two days each week, 9.30am – 2.30pm Monday‑Friday during term time (half‑term opportunities also available)
Responsibilities: Helping out with school groups, bringing the science curriculum to life, engaging pupils in the natural world and fostering a love of the outdoors and wetland habitats.
Benefits: Free entry to all wetland centres for you and your family, volunteer discount on shopping and memberships, access to webinars and practical information.
For more information and to apply, visit
Chair of Friends of Bradford's Becks
Position: Chair of Friends of Bradford’s Becks
Location: Bradford
Contract end date:
Hours: 5‑8 hours per month
Responsibilities: Co‑ordinate and chair quarterly meetings, inspire volunteer and partner networks, support walks, clean‑ups, Riverfly monitoring, and education events, and shape a shared vision for clean, living becks.
Requirements: Strong communication and people skills, interest in the environment and community work, ability to motivate others, leadership or coordination experience welcome.
Apply by emailing
Activities and Events Volunteer
Position: Activities and Events Volunteer
Location: WWT Arundel, Mill Road, Arundel, West Sussex, BN18 9PB
Contract end date:
Hours: Preferably one day a week over weekends, bank holidays and school holidays (9.30am – 4.30pm), with occasional early morning and evening activities. Rota basis.
Responsibilities: Assist staff with fun, interactive nature‑based activities for families and children, help with adult‑friendly walks and talks, train, and use equipment.
Benefits: Free entry to all wetland centres, volunteer discount on shopping and memberships, access to webinars and practical information.
For more information and to apply, visit
Events Assistant Volunteer
Position: Events Assistant Volunteer
Location: Berks, Bucks and Oxon Wildlife Trust (BBOWT)
Contract: Ongoing
Hours: Varied and sporadic – as requested by BBOWT for local events such as fetes, evening talks, guided walks.
Responsibilities: Support staff in delivering events, chat with participants, act as car park attendant, make wildflower seed ‘bombs’, help set up talks, and other event tasks.
Requirements: Enthusiasm for wildlife, willingness to learn, and interest in people work. No prior experience needed.
For more information, click here.
Practical Conservation Volunteer
Position: Practical Conservation Volunteer
Location: Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire
Contract: Ongoing
Hours: 5 hours per month
Responsibilities: Monthly volunteer workdays carrying out practical conservation tasks such as coppicing, scything and haymaking. Support delivery of environment‑based activities like bat walks, moth breakfasts and fungal forays.
Benefits: Training, tools and personal protective equipment provided.
Contact: Gareth Muir (Local Environment and Allotments Officer) –
College Lake Visitor Welcome Volunteer
Position: College Lake Visitor Welcome Volunteer
Location: College Lake, Upper Icknield Way, Bulbourne, Tring, Bucks, HP23 5QG
Contract: Ongoing
Hours: Various Tuesday to Sunday, full days and shorter shifts. Regular commitment during school holidays and weekends.
Responsibilities: Provide general information to visitors, keep visitor records, collect donations, promote BBOWT, act as public face of BBOWT.
Requirements: Experience or interest in customer service, keen interest in the organisation, willingness to act as a public face.
For further information, visit the website. To arrange an interview, email with subject ‘CL Welcome’.
Outdoor Learning & Play Volunteer Officer
Position: Volunteer Officer – Outdoor Learning & Play
Location: TCV Skelton, Grange Environment Centre, Leeds, LS10 1RS
Contract: Ongoing
Hours: 2‑3 or more days per week
Responsibilities: Run environmental education sessions for school visits, run play activities during school holidays, keep resources up to date, develop new resources, and assist with centre operations and maintenance.
Contact: or call .
Bucks Waste Busters Volunteer
Position: Bucks Waste Busters Volunteer
Location: Buckinghamshire
Contract: Ongoing
Hours: As required for local events; once your hours are logged you receive free membership to Garden Organic.
Benefits: Free one‑day volunteer training, travel and reasonable food expenses can be claimed.
Responsibilities: Engage the public at events, deliver talks and workshops, post on social media, and support other projects.
Apply at or contact Volunteer Coordinator Viv at
Education Volunteer – Formal Learning Session Assistant
Position: Education Volunteer – Formal Learning Session Assistant
Location: Martin Mere Wetland Centre
Contract: Ongoing
Hours: Ideally one or two days a week, 9.30am – 2.00pm Monday‑Friday during term time.
Responsibilities: Shaping children’s experiences, delivering formal learning sessions to school groups, providing warm welcome and information.
For more information and to apply, visit
Heritage Hub Group Volunteer
Position: Heritage Hub Group Volunteer
Location: Staunton Country Park, Havant
Contract: Ongoing
Hours: Flexible – research from home, monthly meetings.
Responsibilities: Conduct research, oral history interviews, produce temporary exhibitions, and organise events.
Benefits: Parking, refreshments, training.
Friends Volunteer Roles (Various)
Position: Friends Volunteer – Various Projects
Location: Home Based / Staunton Country
Contract: Ongoing
Hours: Flexible – ongoing commitment.
Responsibilities: Educate public about park history, flora and fauna; support fundraising appeals, social media promotion, and website maintenance.
Contact:
Marine Conservation & Citizen Scientist Volunteer
Position: Marine Conservation & Citizen Scientist Volunteer
Location: Berwickshire Coast – Eyemouth, Coldingham, St Abbs
Contract: Ongoing
Hours: As required for surveys, beach cleans, and invasive species removal.
Responsibilities: Participate in intertidal surveys, shore watches, beach cleans and removal of invasive species, engage local community and gather data for monitoring marine biodiversity.
Benefits: Full theory and practical training provided.
For more information, visit or email
Peregrine Watch Volunteer
Position: Peregrine Watch Volunteer
Location: Leamington Spa, CV32 4HN
Contract: N/A
Hours: Flexible – Saturdays during March – August.
Responsibilities: Operate a small display tent for telescope viewing, develop interpretation materials, engage visitors, promote Trust membership.
Contact: For more information and to apply, visit the link above.
Wildlife and Public Information Officer
Position: Wildlife and Public Information Officer
Location: River Lee Country Park, Waltham Abbey, Essex
Contract: N/A
Hours: 10.00am – 4.00pm (10.00am‑13.00am or 13.00am‑16.00pm shifts). 7 days a week.
Responsibilities: Welcome the public into the Wildlife Discovery Centre, manage Visitor Centre sections, assist with daily operations.
Benefits: Training and travel expenses provided.
For more information: or email
Volunteer Educational Activities Assistant employer: Countryside Classroom
Landmarc Support Services is an excellent employer for those passionate about rural estate management, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises hands-on learning and personal development. With a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to gain practical experience in countryside, forestry, and conservation tasks, employees can thrive in a dynamic environment that values growth and teamwork. Located in the picturesque UK countryside, this role not only provides meaningful work but also allows you to connect with nature and contribute to environmental stewardship.
