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Practical Green Gym Volunteer Officer

Place: Camden, London

Why we need you:
As a Volunteer Officer you will be helping volunteers to engage with and improve their environment, learn about nature conservation and enjoy healthier lifestyles. You will play an integral part in the smooth running of the Green Gym in Camden.

Benefits to you:
Areas you will gain experience in: Practical nature conservation, group leadership & volunteer management, project planning, marketing & Promotion. There is scope to tailor the role to your strengths and interests. Full Training Package: Including First Aid, Project Leadership, Nature Conservation, Risk Assessment and Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups

What you need:
Essentials to this role are excellent communication / people skills and an enthusiasm for the outdoors and the environment. A clean driving license is desirable but not essential. Acceptance as a Volunteer Officer is subject to satisfactory DBS clearance at the enhanced level.

How much time:
A minimum of two days a week, including occasional weekends, for 6 months.

For further details please contact Pete Hutchings on 07483149629.

Email: gg-camden@tcv.org.uk

You will be supported in your role by experienced staff through regular meetings where issues can be resolved and guidance provided. You will have all reasonable expenses covered (foreign travel excepted) so will not be out of pocket through your volunteering. You will be insured and expected to comply with the policies and procedures of The Conservation Volunteers.

Where roles will be responsible for others, we need to check your references. When the role involves young people and vulnerable adults, we will need to ask for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau, Central Registered Body in Scotland or appropriate body in Northern Ireland.

Many people who work in the Environmental Sector have used a Volunteer Officer role as a stepping stone in their career.