This is an exciting opportunity for a six-month residential volunteering placement with the opportunity of paid roles to support your voluntary time with us.

This seasonal placement is suitable for someone looking to begin a career in environmental conservation. The role involves assisting the Reserves team in managing some of the Trust’s diverse nature reserves in North Lincolnshire, including practical habitat management of grassland, wetland, heathland and peatland sites, access maintenance and working with livestock.

Who would this role suit?

Essential skills/experience:
• A strong desire to work in the field of environmental conservation
• A willingness to work outdoors in all weathers
• Good communication skills
• Good teamwork skills
• Ability to be self-motivated

Desirable skills/experience:
• Experience of working in an outdoor setting
• Wildlife identification skills
• First aid certificate
• Driving licence
• Some previous experience of environmental conservation

What’s in it for you?

• Accommodation is provided on site in a self-contained apartment at the Far Ings NNR Visitor Centre
• In-house training, first aid qualification and a wide range of experience in the environmental sector
• In addition to the volunteering commitment, two paid roles are available to provide financial support for your volunteering; as Centre Cleaner (up to 9 hours a week) and Visitor Centre Weekend Duty Staff Member (Sundays, 7 hours)
• Development and use of teamwork and leadership skills
• Development and use of communication skills
• Development and use of practical conservation skills
• Uniform and necessary training
• Being part of a fun and inspiring team

Commitment: Around 28 hours a week
Duration: Six months (October 2025 to March 2026)

To apply, please complete and return the attached application form by the closing date of Monday 18 August 2025. Interviews for invited candidates will take place in the first week of September.