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REF 2043-DAILY-4/10 JOB ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION OFFICERBE4 ? LOC HIGHLANDS OF SCOTLANDPAY YES FOR AIGAS FIELD CENTREDES The post involves the delivery of field studies programmes & environmental education programmes to children. Weprovide education to children of all ages & special needs & rural skills programmes. Responsibilities: development ofeducation programmes; liaison with schools & marketing; preparation & implementation of education programmes for dayschools & residential groups; providing outreach education in the local area; safety of children & other guests; equipmenthusbandry; limited staff management responsibilities. Aigas Field Centre id Scotlands leading wildlife study centre & hasbeen providing environmental education to children & adults for over 30 years. BUT Communication skills; commitment toyour subject; outgoing personality; knowledge & interest in the natural environment. Vetted by Disclosure Scotland. ASKwww.aigas.co.uk/jobs

REF 2044-DAILY-20/9 JOB FOREST SCHOOL OFFICERBE4 20/9/10 (3pm) IV/23/9/10 LOC ESSEXPAY up to 13002 + travel FOR ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUSTDES Part time (3 days / week) Maternity Cover up to 52 weeks. To promote, plan & deliver inspiring Forest School

sessions in a range of settings across the county. The aim being to change behaviour, lifestyle & promote Essex WildlifeTrust. BUT Forest School Level 3 Practitioner Award, experience of delivering Forest School sessions to a range ofgroups, flexible working pattern, access to a vehicle for work use & an interest in wildlife & conservation. ASK EssexWildlife Trust, The Joan Elliot Visitor Centre, Abbotts Hall Farm, Great Wigborough, Colchester, Essex CO5 7RZ 01621862960 [email protected] www.essexwt.org.uk

REF 2045-DAILY-27/9 JOB KENT DOWNS INTERREG PROJECT CO-ORDINATORBE4 27/9/10 (noon) LOC EAST BRABOURNE, ASHFORD, KENTPAY 23054 26421 FOR KENT DOWNS AONBDES Fixed term to 31/3/12, full or part time by negotiation. Landscape forAll is a partnership project involving the ParcNaturel Regional (PNR) Des Caps et Marais dOpale, & 14 other partners from the UK & France. The project has a strongfocus on the delivery of joint transfrontier activities that improve cross channel biodiversity & landscape quality. Work closelywith the PNR to facilitate project reporting & delivery on the UK side of the project. This will involve close working with all theUK project partners & ensuring that project finance targets, objectives & transfrontier aims are met. Involves fairly frequenttravel within the UK & France. BUT Good spoken & written French, experience of complex European projects, particularlylandscape design / management projects, & knowledge of Interreg or other European funding programmes. Ability to work inpartnership with a wide variety of UK & French partners. ASK Ref: EHW/010/0054. www.www.kentdowns.org Apply:www.kent.gov.uk [email protected] 08458 247904.

REF 2046-DAILY-27/9 JOB DEVELOPMENT OFFICER Farming, Wildlife & EnvironmentBE4 23/9/10 IV 7/10/10 LOC LANCHESTER PARISHPAY 27750 FOR LANCHESTER PARISH COUNCILDES / BUT 37 hpw, 18 mth contract commencing Nov 2010. Develop & deliver the action plan of the Lanchester LocalityMap, a community document which aims to safeguard farming, wildlife & the env in the Parish. Post holder will be required toin the parish & surrounding area with the farming community, landowners, local businesses, env groups, schools, communitygroups & residents to develop progs of work that will meet the outcomes in the document. The Locality Map document can beviewed at www.lanchesterparish.info ASK 01207 521957

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REF 2047-DAILY-20/9 JOB PERMANENT PART TIME PERSONBE4 N / A LOC GLOUCESTERSHIREPAY 8.00 to 9.00 per hour FOR PRINKNASH BIRD & DEER PARKDES Initially 3 weekends a month on a regular basis to feed & look after a collection of waterfowl, pheasant, reindeer,miniature donkeys, pygmy goats. Duties include feeding all the birds & animals, administering drugs, food preparation wherefor cage & aviary birds, catching & moving if needed, breeding. Some admin duties, general duties in connection with therunning of a commercial Bird Park. 8.30am 12.00 Sat / Sun. Opportunity for a full time position may become available.BUT Good aviculture knowledge especially with waterfowl to include general animal husbandry / welfare skills. Breeding,hatching & handling skills essential. Driving licence essential. ASK [email protected] 07724 609648.

REF 2048/51-DAILY-13/9 JOB TRAINEE COUNTRYSIDE WARDENS X 4BE4 10/9/10 LOC LLANGOLLEN (3) & LOGGERHEADS (1)PAY 12312 12787 FOR DENBIGHSHIRE COUNTY COUNCILDES Temp to march 2011. Opportunity through the Future Jobs Scheme. The Llangollen posts cover the Dee Valley &the Loggerhead post operates within the Clwydian Range AONB. Unique opportunity for anyone who wishes to develop acareer in cside management. BUT Ability to speak Welsh desirable but not essential. Enhanced CRB check. Agedbetween 16 24 & have been out of work for at least 26 weeks. ASK Chat: Rhun Jones, Senior Warden SouthDenbighshire, 01978 869618 or Dave Shiel, Clwydian Range AONB Officer, 01352 810614.App forms from Wrexham JobCentre (Llangollen posts, Ref: WHX/21991) & Mold Job Centre (Loggerhead post, Ref: MOA/23971) or Corporate CustomerService Centre, Denbighshire County Council, County Hall, Wynnstay Road, Ruthin LL15 1YN 01824 [email protected] www.denbighshire.gov.uk/vacancies

REF 2052/54-DAILY-13/9 LOC HARTLEPOOLBE4 8/9/10 (noon) FOR HARTLEPOOL BOROUGH COUNCIL

Fixed term 2 year apprenticeships starting September 2010. The parks & Countryside Section cares for, develops &promotes green space, parks & & nature conservation sites.JOB (REF) DESHorticulture Technical Operative (SR-105380) To work in a wide variety of practical horticulture operational workenvironments including: parks, play spaces, recreation grounds, cemeteries & amenity green spaces. Undertake an NVQLevel 2 work based diploma in horticulture for which study leave provided. BUT Hardworking, dedicated, adaptable,practical minded problem solver.Arboriculturalist (SR-105379) Tree climber qualified, hard working with plenty of common sense,who wants to gain more experience. Parks & Countryside Hartlepool is looking for a person who has a head for heights & canget a quality job done safely & competently. Hopefully upon completion graduate to leading an additional tree / horticultureworks team. Final 3 months, subject to successful completion of course at a rate of 16440pa.Countryside Technician (Conservation & Access) (SR-105382) To work in the Countryside Team whilst undertakingan NVQ Level 2 in Environmental Conservation or Access to Recreation. Study leave will be provided alongside on the jobtraining in both the Countryside Team & wider Parks service areas. BUT Hardworking, dedicated, adaptable, practicalminded problem solver who enjoys working outdoors & has an interest in working with Countryside wardens caring for &educating people about Hartlepools wild green spaces. All: PAY Starting 12312 ASK Hartlepool Borough Council,Customer & Workforce Services Division, Chief Executives Department, Level 2, Civic Centre, Victoria Road, HartlepoolTS24 8AY 01429 523331 [email protected] www.northeastjobs.org or www.sector1.net Only shortlistedcandidates contacted. Previous applicants need not re-apply.

REF 2055-MONTHLY-27/9 JOB COUNTRYSIDE RANGERBE4 23/9/10 (noon) LOC IRCHESTER, BARNWELL & FERMYN WOODS COUNTRY PARKSPAY 17802 19621 FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNTY COUNCILDES Assist with the operational management of the award winning Country Parks. Weekend working (up to every otherweekend), bank holiday & some evening work required. The council is currently undergoing a pay & grading review so salaryscales may be subject to change. BUT Demonstrable experience working as a ranger (or similar) & a National Diploma orabove in countryside management (or equivalent) or substantial experience working as a ranger (or similar). Subject to CRBclearance. ASK Ref: 21654. Chat: Philippa Croucher, 01832 273435. Apply: www.Northamptonshire.gov.uk/jobs or for aninformation pack in an alternative format, 01604 237666.

REF 2056-DIRECT-13/9 JOB SELF-EMPLOYED ADMINISTRATORBE4 14/9/10 5pm LOC HOME WORKERPAY Hourly rate TBC FOR INTERNATIONAL MOUNTAIN BIKE ASSOCIATION UKDES / BUT A unique home-working opportunity to work with a national committee & provide a pivotal role in the work of agrowing MTB or within the UK. IMBA UK aims to provide a positive focus for UK mountain bikers to work with public & privatelandowners & trail managers. Act as a point of contact & co-ordination for IMBA UKs work incl producing regular newsletters& organising an annual conference. Dealing directly with both the membership & the wider public, the role is central to IMBAUKs profile & acts as a point of information & action. ASK [email protected] 07795 427660 Apply: www.imba.org.uk or ifyou require a printed version of the documents text your name & address to the above number.

REF 2057-DAILY-20/9 JOB ASSISTANT EDUCATION OFFICERBE4 20/9/10 (noon) IV 1/10/10 LOC TESTWOOD LAKES, TOTTON, HAMPSHIREPAY 18593 FOR HAMPSHIRE & ISLE OF WIGHT WILDLIFE TRUSTDES Temp maternity cover. The job will involve helping with teaching, leading groups in environmental activities, &working with local schools at their sites. These groups range from pre-school to adult, from school groups to the generalpublic. The post will also include some reserve management & warden duties. BUT Qualified to degree level or equivalent.Experience of working with children or young people in an education or youth setting essential. Excellent communicationskills, & organisational & admin skills. Enhanced CRB check. ASK App forms: www.hwt.org.uk [email protected] 774400.


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REF 2058-DIRECT-20/9 JOB WILDLIFE RANGERBE4 20/9/10 (noon) LOC FALLS OF CLYDE, NEW LANARKPAY c 15000 18000 FOR SCOTTISH WILDLIFE TRUSTDES Develop & deliver a range of env activities to enthuse schoolchildren & the general public, focussing on the localwoodland flora & fauna, & the sites pair ofbreeding peregrine falcons. You would be a key player in the delivery of thereserves management plan, supervise seasonal rangers & engage with & supervise our committed vols in a range ofpractical conservation tasks & wildlife & biological surveys. BUT HND (or above) in a rel discipline & able to show resultsachieved in a similar role. Excellent communicator with a good knowledge of nature conservation, natural history education &land management issues; willing to work weekends & evenings. Current driving licence essential. Subject to DisclosureScotland. ASK www.swt.org.uk [email protected] Cherry Bowden, SWT Falls of Clyde Visitor Centre & Reserve, The

Dyeworks, New Lanark ML11 9BD 01555 665262.

REF 2059-DIRECT-20/9 JOB SESSIONAL TEACHER IN SUSTAINABLE HORTICULTUREBE4 17/9/10 LOC TOTNES, DEVONPAY 14 / hr FOR DARTINGTON HALL TRUST / SCHUMACHER COLLEGEDES Initial contract Nov 2010 June 2011, 18 hrs / wk. Mainly teaching practical sessions for Level 2 & 3 Diplomas inHort (Sustainable Hort) but also working in gardens alongside other staff & leading short course groups. Likely to beadditional work on anad hoc basis, i.e. gardening cover in vacation time, & garden design work. BUT Passionate aboutfood production for a low carbon future, proactive & engaging teaching style & excellent organisational skills. Hort qual o requiv work experience to Level 3; 1+ years work experience relating to a sustainable hort project & of teaching or instructingadults, ideally in an open air context. ASK Chat: Bethan Stagg, Lecturer in Ecological Horticulture, 01803 [email protected] www.schumachercollege.org.uk CV & 1 page covering letter to Beth Stagg, DartingtonSchumacher College, Dartington Hall, Totnes TQ9 6EA

REF 2060-DIRECT-13/9 JOB MEMBERSHIP DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANTBE4 13/9/10 IV 30/9/10 LOC WORKING THROUGHOUT NORTHERN IRELANDPAY 14500 15500 FOR RSPBDES Recruit new members to the RSPB, meeting membership recruitment & income targets. Events will be organised ata variety of venues, trialing new sites & developing relationships with key individuals at those sites. Recruit, manage &develop a team of people engagement vols. BUT 4 GCSEs grades A-C or equiv incl Maths & English. Work experiencemust include experience of face to face sales or recruitment, with proven results, dealing with members of the public & theirenquiries in a busy env & working with, motivating & managing vols. ASK Ref: 1560910 www.rspb.org.uk/vacancies A4SAE to: Lucy Butler, Belvoir Park Forest, Belfast BT8 7QT [email protected]

Park Life: Rollerbladers photo wins Lottery competitionToday, Mat Ricardos eye-catching photo taken in Battersea Park, London, has been chosen as the winner of the UK-widePostcards from the Park photo competition. The competition has been organised by the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) andthe Big Lottery Fund (BIG) in partnership with parks charity GreenSpace.

The photo, entitled, Rollerbladers, hugely impressed the judges who included celebrated photographer Mike McCartney(brother of Sir Paul), Angela Nicholson of Amateur Photographer Magazine and Tim Kerr from the Press Association.Mat Ricardo (41), a comedy performer from London, travels around the world putting on shows at theatres and comedyfestivals and has a passion for photography. His success was announced today by environmentalist and wildlifephotographer Chris Packham at the Southwark Park Caf Gallery. Mats picture has taken pride of place amongst otherwinning photos of public parks in the exhibition. Mat Ricardo said: Im so thrilled to have won the Postcards from the Parkcompetition. My job means I spend much of my life travelling and performing abroad. I love coming home and walking aroundLondons many wonderful parks, trying to capture interesting and imaginative shots while Im there. These rollerbladersinspired me as they were clearly having so much fun together. Its great that, largely thanks to Lottery investment, so many ofus have a park nearby that we can escape to and enjoy.Loving our public parks Postcards from the Park highlights the unique part that parks play in community life andpromotes HLF and BIGs joint funding which has to date invested 600m in improving and transforming the UKs publicparks. Chris Packham said: Public parks are places that really give back in spades to local communities and they're inpretty good shape at the moment thanks to the massive investment - 600m in total - from the Heritage Lottery Fund and BigLottery Fund. We're so lucky in this country to have so many green spaces to enjoy nature, especially in our towns and cities,

but we must not take them for granted. Im passionate about them and see them as one of this country's great heritagetraditions.Carole Souter, Chief Executive of HLF, said on behalf of HLF and BIG and GreenSpace: The Postcards from the Parkcompetition is a great way of demonstrating the importance of public parks to communities and peoples quality of life. Parksneed constant care and attention, often relying heavily on community support, volunteers and on-going investment to keepthem in good condition. We recognise this and are proud to play a key role in supporting such an important part of ourcountrys cultural heritage.More information and all winning entries can be viewed at www.postcardsfromthepark.org.uk

REF 2061/2-DAILY-13/9 JOB YOUTH VOLUNTEERING OFFICERS X 2BE4 15/9/10 (noon) IV 22, 23 & 24/9/10 LOC BOTLEY, HAMPSHIREPAY 22967 FOR HAMPSHIRE & ISLE OF WIGHT WILDLIFE TRUSTDES Temp to end 30/9/13. To work across either south east or south west Hampshire implementing a youth volunteeringproject called PUSHing Down the Barriers, which aims to engage young people with the natural world, through practical

conservation work, & to help them learn useful social & life skills. The target group would be 13 19, who may bedisadvantaged, or not in education, employment or training & / or at risk of social exclusion. In addition, inspire young peoplethrough use of creative media tools such as photography. BUT Educated to degree level or equiv & 2 years or moreexperience of working with young people. Ideally knowledge of environmental issues & practical conservation skills. Fulldriving licence essential, minibus driving qual an advantage. Communication, organisational & administrative skills.Enhanced CRB check. ASK www.hwt.org.uk [email protected] 01489 774400.


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REF 2063-DAILY-20/9 JOB EDUCATION OFFICER NORTH HAMPSHIREBE4 20/9/10 (noon) IV 5/10/10 LOC BASINGSTOKE, HAMPSHIREPAY 22967 pro rata FOR HAMPSHIRE & ISLE OF WIGHT WILDLIFE TRUSTDES Temp 12 month contract, 21 hrs per week. To join our North Hampshire Area Conservation team, acting as a publicface of the Trust in north Hampshire, covering all aspects of education outreach work with schools, colleges & the widercommunity (including land owners / managers), developing & providing education programmes for a broad range of groups.BUT Educated to degree level with extensive experience of education, preferably in the environmental field. Experience ofdeveloping & managing projects essential. Excellent communication skills, good understanding of environmental education,& ability to inspire all age groups & abilities. Full driving licence & enhanced CRB check. ASK [email protected] 01489 774400.

REF 2064-DIRECT-4/10 JOB MARINE CONSERVATION OFFICERBE4 4/10/10 IV 21/10/10 LOC LANCASTERPAY 20000 25000 FOR RSPBDES Help protect coastal & marine areas off the north west coast of England. Responsible for helping secure MarineProtected Areas, commenting on marine & coastal planning issues, undertaking casework & delivering key RSPB messagesto important stakeholders through partnership liaison & campaigning. Work alongside our established & experienced team ofboth regional & national Conservation Officers & Policy staff. BUT Knowledge & a passion for our seas, educated with a reldegree, & working experience in the marine sector, or conservation or planning. ASK www.rspb.org.uk/vacancies A4 SAEto Pam Bradley, RSPB,7.3.1 Cameron Housem White Cross Centre, Lancaster, LA1 4XQ

REF 2065-DIRECT-20/9 JOB LIVING LANDSCAPES MANAGERBE4 20/9/10 (9.30am) IV wb 27/9/10 LOC LONDON SE1PAY 30000 32000 FOR LONDON WILDLIFE TRUST

DES Make a difference to Londons living landscapes & be at the centre of making London the most biodiverse capitalcity in the world. Lead, strengthen & develop a conservation team. BUTSignificant experience of working with wildlife & habitats, with particular knowledge of landscape conservation. Able toprovide expert biodiversity & conservation advice & think strategically. Significant experience of developing, delivering &securing funds for a diverse range of conservation projects. ASK www.wildlondon.org.uk [email protected] 7261 0447.

REF 2066/9-DAILY-20/9 LOC GUILDFORD, SURREYBE4 See below FOR THOMSON ECOLOGYJOB DESArboricultural Consultant Provide a key role in delivering high quality arboriculture services to our clients to currentbest practice. Involves travel to survey sites, mainly SE England but occasionally further afield. BUT Excellent clientmanagement skills & experience in managing projects & winning work. Fully conversant with current tree protectionlegislation; ability to write technical reports to a very high standard within tight deadlines. BE4 20/9/10 (5pm).Ecologists We are a secure business having no debts & have continued our clear strategy of growth& investment throughout the recession. We have a secure client base in both the public & private sector, focusing on winninghigh profile large scale projects involving project management of all ecology issues & all specialisms within ecology. BUTDegree in ecology or closely related subject; 3 years min consultancy experience; Full / Associate member of IEEM; drivinglicence & car; excellent communication & interpersonal skills; flexible, can-do attitude to work. BE4 17/9/10 (5pm). Both:PAY We provide excellent rewards with a negotiable salary, 25 days annual leave, opportunities for shadowing & an annualtraining budget. We encourage teamwork in a supportive environment & provide opportunities for personal developmentthrough training & promotion. ASK CV & covering letter to: Thomson Ecology Ltd, Compass House, 60 Priestly Road,Guildford, Surrey GU2 7YU [email protected]

REF 2070-DAILY- 27/9 JOB SENIOR RANGERBE4 24/9/10 LOC CLIVEDEN & CLIVEDEN PROPERTY GROUPPAY 18610 20252 FOR NATIONAL TRUSTDES supervise vols, staff & working with other Cliveden Property Group Rangers, foster an atmosphere of enthusiasm,commitment & confidence as you oversee the protection & improvement of the green spaces. Help achieve the balance

between access, conservation presentation & interpretation. Support & secure resources by developing strong links withexternal orgs, contractors & stakeholders. Help increase the propertys income through membership activities, fundraising &other events which youll help to plan, co-ordinate & run. BUT Confident expert in practical woodland & grasslandmanagement & nature conservation, considerable knowledge of the rel laws & H&S regulations. Hold NPTC Chainsaw,NPTC Tractor & NPTC Brushcutter, PA 1&6 Pesticides quals. Confident giving presentations, talks & guided walks.Enthusiasm & management skills to inspire staff, vols, stakeholders & visitors. Good computer skills & full driving licence.

ASK Ref: NT10/05577 http://vacancies.nationaltrustjobs.org.uk/job-search.asp

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REF VOL-DIRECT-1/11 JOB LITLE BUGS CLUB LEADERSBE4 31/10/10 LOC PAXTON PITS NATURE RESERVE, ST NEOTSPAY 0 FOR BEDS, CAMBS, NORTHANTS & PETERBOROUGH WILDLILFE TRUSTDES Little Bugs Club is a pre-school group set up by the wildlife trust at Paxton Pits Nature Reserve. The group will be for

Under 5s accompanied by parents & will run on the first Monday of the month. Tasks will incl planning & running thesesessions, enabling young children to engage with local wildlife & explore & enjoy their surroundings. You will receive training& gain skills in child protection, first aid, env education & other topics as needed. BUT sense of responsibility & discipline,strong communication skills, sound judgement, & a mature, pragmatic & flexible approach. Some knowledge of wildlife orearly years is desirable. You will need to complete an enhanced CRB check & obtain 2 references. ASK Kate Bygrave,01480 473161 [email protected]


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REF VOL-DIRECT-OK3 JOB VOLUNTEERSBE4 ongoing LOC ST ANNS ALLOTMENTS, NOTTINGHAMPAY 0 FOR STAA LTDDES/BUT Opportunities exist for volunteering at unique our Grade 2* listed detached gardens: Hands on workhedge laying, clearance, plot development; Research fruit trees, roses, plants general, structures, oral history, gardening &allotment history; Education work with local schools. ASK www.staa-allotments.org.uk

REF VOL-DIRECT-11/10 LOC SOUTH YORKSHIRE, NOTTINGHAMSHIRE & LINCOLNSHIREBE4 8/10/10 FOR FORESTRY COMMISSIONWe are looking for individuals with a interest in pursuing a career in cside management & / or env education. Successful

applicants will be given training & development opportunities by work shadowing current cside management staff.JOB DESShadow Rangers South Yorkshire (Doncaster & Rotherham) & Nottinghamshire. Opportunities for 8-12 placements. Inclpractical site management (incl habitat creation & restoration); working with communities; planning & undertaking csideevents, Forest experience bushcraft programmes, guided walks, cycle rides; & env education.Shadow Rangers Nottinghamshire & Lincolnshire. 1-2 placements. Incl planning & undertaking env education programmes,Forest experience bushcraft programmes, cside events & guided walks. All: Participants will also have free access toappropriate cside management courses. The placement will be bespoke & flexible to suit individual needs, but is likely to be 1 3 days a week for 6 months. FC will provide supported work experience, with each trainee allocated a mentor. BUTWilling to work as part of a team, one to one & on your own. Motivated & capable of working under own initiative.Enthusiastic. Physically fit & able to negotiate rough terrain. Willing to undergo a CRB check. Good communication skills.Full driving licence desirable. PAY 0 ASK www.forestry.gov.uk/eastmidlandsvolunteering

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BE4 14/9/10 FOR LONDON ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION FORUM (LEEF)JOB DESInternship: Fundraising Assistant Duties & responsibilities incl: research of possible funding opportunities; draftingfunding proposals; producing LEEF promotional material; general admin & office work.Internship: Online & Multi Media Assistant Duties & responsibilities incl: research of possible ways to promote LEEFonline; uploading events & resources onto website; representing LEEF on social networking sites; writing newsletters &articles; maintaining mailing lists & email forums. BUT Excellent understanding & use of the web. Both: You will workclosely with the LEEF co-ordinator. Up to 2 days per week flexible in terms of hours & home based, need to be available formeetings on Thursdays or Fridays. Also represent LEEF at Env Education events in London. BUT Excellent written &communication skills; internet research skills; well organised & proactive in your approach; proficient in Microsoft & Excel;access to a computer with internet at home. Optional: able to make a 3 minute promotional film. Enthusiasm, attention todetail, motivated self-starter, sympathetic to LEEFs aims & objectives. PAY 0 ASK CV & covering letter to Anna Portch,LEEF, c/o London Wildlife Trust, Skyline House, 200 Union Street, London SE1 0LW [email protected] 07891837 120.

REF VOL-DIRECT-27/9 JOB GREEN GYM VOLUNTEER OFFICERBE4 N / A LOC PAISLEY, RENFREWSHIREPAY Training & Development* FOR BTCV SCOTLANDDES To play an integral part in the smooth running of our Green Gyms. There are 3 distinct roles: Pre-project planningrisk assessments, site surveys & communicating with community groups; leading & assisting groups of vols with a variety ofsupport needs to complete env projects, with a focus on health improvement; supporting the day to day running of the officeincl database management & updating vol blog. But theres normally scope for you to pick & c hoose what you would like todo. Min commitment of 3 days per week for 3 months. * Free access to courses such as First Aid & leadership & opportunityto attend courses like Woodland Management & Drystane Dyking. BUT Enthusiasm for the env & interest in gainingcommunity development, health experience leading a group. If you have held a driving licence for 2+ years, over 21 you candrive a minibus. ASK Julie Wilson, 0141 842 1330 [email protected]

REF VOL-DIRECT-13/9 JOB VOLUNTARY NATURE RESERVE OFFICERBE4 15/9/10 LOC BEDFORDSHIREPAY 0 Travel expenses & training) FOR BEDS, CAMBS, NORTHANTS & PETERBORO WILDLIFE TRUSTDES Primarily to assist Reserves staff in all aspects of management on 28 nature reserves from Oct to March, withopportunities to experience other areas of conservation work. Voluntary placement designed to offer on the job training inpractical reserve management skills, related office work & formal training (chainsaw / brushcutter / first aid / tools / practicalskills / botany / livestock management). Gain experience of a wide range of habitats from grassland to woodland, urban torural with opportunities to become involved in survey work & to take advantage of free training on our wildlife trainingworkshop programme of over 80 short courses. BUT Good communication & people skills, keen to learn, computer literate,full driving licence & some background in ecology, natural history or conservation & experience of working outdoors. Able tocommit to a min 3 days / week, pref for 6 months. For Oct start. ASK Graham Bellamy, 01234 [email protected]

REF VOL-DIRECT-27/9 JOB NATURE RESERVE STUDENT VOLUNTEER PLACEMENTBE4 ? LOC GREYSTONES FARM, BOURTON-ON-THE-WATERPAY Travel expenses & training budget FOR GLOUCESTERSHIRE WILDLIFE TRUSTDES / BUT To assist the management of the nature reserves in the North Cotswolds. The role is essentially one of

shadowing the nature reserve manager on a one-to-one basis as they go about their job. The main role will be assisting withpractical work on nature reserves, incl such tasks as scrub clearance, grass cutting, coppicing, fencing, & footpathmaintenance. Helping out with farm duties. Also opportunities to help with, learn about & take part in other duties such as:survey work; management planning; events & guided walks; school groups; vol work parties; H&S, risk assessments; treepropagation; livestock handling; attendance at meetings. Basic level of commitment 30 x 7 hour days in the course of theacademic year, assumed 1 day a week. ASK Chat: Beth Adams, 01452 389962. CV & letter to:


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practice. Expected to undertake management duties & some teaching. BUT Essential: Level 4 or 5 specialism, recognisedteaching qual & proven track record in delivering high qual teaching & learning. Understanding of staff management & abilityto communicate & manage effectively are essential. Previous management experience advantageous. ASK 01962 797438(24hrs) www.sparsholt.ac.uk [email protected]

REF 2077-COURIER-13/9 JOB FORESTER / GROUNDS PERSONBE4 ? LOC EAST FIFEPAY ? FOR PRIVATE ESTATEDES /BUT Spraying, chainsaw, grass cutting & tractor experience an advantage. ASK 01333 450313

REF 2078-HORTWEEK-13/9 JOB LANDSCAPE TECHNICAL ASSISTANTBE4 15/9/10 LOC CLAYDON, IPSWICHPAY 18453 20198 FOR SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCILDES / BUT Working for a landscape & construction design team based within the county grounds service. Work with a widerange of clients, design sustainable envs, work on both revenue & capital projects, be involved in product development &sales. ASK Chat: Jez Anstey 01473 833631 Apply: Ref: S/985942JH/CRB www.suffolkjobsdirect.org 08456 014412

REF 2079-WWTS-27/9 JOB DEVELOPMENT OFFICERBE4 24/9/10 (9am) IV 1/10/10 LOC NOTTINGHAMSHIREPAY 17000 19000 FOR NOTTINGHAMSHIRE WILDLIFE TRUSTDES Help deliver our vision of a Living Landscape for wildlife & people by developing project definitions & budgets,researching & targeting funding sources, & ensuring appropriate monitoring & reporting is undertaken. Work closely withfunders, corporate partners & other teams within the Trust. BUT Creative & enthusiastic with experience of fundraising & acommitment to nature conservation, or those working in this field who are looking to take on a more challenging role. ASK

www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org [email protected]

REF 2080-WGNWK-27/9 JOB Community Development Officer North Blackpool Pond Trail ProjectBE4 27/9/10 LOC LANCASHIRE WEST & WIGANPAY 14904 21696 FOR GROUNDWORKDES Unique project linking a high concentration of ponds & other green spaces for people from Blackpool & beyond. Aseries of walks, interpretation boards, events & a full volunteering programme will enhance opportunities for people to access& engage nature. You will be responsible for getting local people involved with the project, community engagement, planning& running educational & hands on practical opportunities for vols, schools & communities. BUT Skills in communitydevelopment, engagement & env project management essential. Excellent interpersonal skills & an understanding of thebarriers people need to overcome to participate & an enthusiasm for the green env. Full driving licence. Enhanced CRBcheck. ASK www.groundwork.org.uk

REF 2081-WGUAR-13/9 JOB PROGRAMME MANAGER MARINE, CONSERVATION SCIENCEBE4 13/9/10 IV wb 20/9/10 LOC CAMBRIDGEPAY 26000 30000 FOR FAUNA & FLORA INTERNATIONALDES 2 years fixed term. To develop & deliver our marine programme providing support & expertise to the regional &thematic teams. Support the diverse elements of our work in regards to climate change adaptation, grant management &monitoring processes relating to both the marine & terrestrial env. BUT Advanced degree & 6+ years experience ofworking on marine conservation issues. Excellent analytical & cognitive skills & have worked in a developing country. ASKwww.fauna-flora.org/ourvacancies.php

REF 2082-WGUAR-27/9 JOB CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERBE4 29/9/10 (noon) IV 11/10/10 LOC BRISTOLPAY 37206 39855 FOR WINDMILL HILL CITY FARMDES To develop & implement the Farms strategic plans, policies & initiatives & secure it for future generations. BUTProven ability to lead, manage & develop an org, incl strategic thinking, motivation of people, & ability to provide cleardirection; experience of tendering, fundraising, strategic business planning & financial management. ASK Chat: AriafHussain, Interim Director, 07754 533953 0117 963 3252. App form: www.windmillhillcityfarm.org.uk

sarah.mellor@windmillhillcityfarm

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