At a Glance
- Tasks: Help restore local woodlands and boost biodiversity through hands-on conservation activities.
- Company: Join a passionate team dedicated to environmental improvement.
- Benefits: Gain outdoor experience, training, and make a real difference in your community.
- Other info: Weekly sessions on Wednesdays; perfect for volunteering with friends.
- Why this job: Get stuck in, enjoy nature, and contribute to a healthier planet.
- Qualifications: No experience needed, just a love for the outdoors and conservation.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers with a passion for the outdoors to help breathe new life into local woodlands and boost biodiversity across the outer villages. As part of our woodland restoration project, you’ll play a hands-on role in caring for natural habitats — from scrub clearance and dead-hedge building to installing bird and bat boxes that support thriving wildlife. You’ll join a friendly and dedicated team working to create healthier, more resilient woodland spaces for future generations. No specialist experience is needed — just an interest in conservation, a willingness to get stuck in, and readiness to work in all weathers. Join us for a weekly session and make a real, tangible difference to the local environment.
About the Role
This rewarding opportunity involves supporting woodland restoration efforts as part of our ecological improvement work. Volunteers will help increase biodiversity by opening up woodland areas, creating habitats for animals and insects, and assisting with practical conservation tasks. You’ll be part of an energetic team with guidance from a Senior Project Officer, gaining outdoor experience while contributing to meaningful environmental change. Sessions take place on Wednesdays.
Skills & Experience Needed
- Enjoy working outdoors in all weathers
- An interest in conservation and biodiversity
- Physical fitness is not required — tasks can be adapted
- All necessary training is provided
Requirements
- Own vehicle or access to transport
- Will require working in woodland environments
Suitability
This role is suitable for:
- Volunteering with friends
- Those aged 18 plus
- Those who want to work outdoors
Activities
Volunteers may take part in:
- Scrub clearance and woodland thinning
- Creating dead hedges and opening up habitat areas
- Installing bird and bat boxes
- Developing habitats for insects, animals, and woodland birds
Support Offered
Training and education
Weekly volunteering opportunity
Location
SO16
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