Trainee Reserve Officer (Volunteer)
Leicestershire & Rutland Wildlife Trust, Upper Hambleton, Rutland
Trainee Reserve Officer (Volunteer)
£120
Leicestershire & Rutland Wildlife Trust, Upper Hambleton, Rutland
- Full time
- U
- Onsite working
Posted 1 week ago, 18 Apr | Get your application in now before you're too late!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 7deda1288566434aa2efc609b9643472
Location ref: Upper Hambleton, Rutland
Full Job Description
Trainee Reserve Officer (Volunteer)
Closing date: Monday 18 May 2026
Salary: £120 per week
Contract type: Fixed term / Working hours: Full time
Location: Volunteer Training Centre, Oakham Road, Hambleton, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 8TL
This exciting volunteer post will give you vital experience at one of the UK's best nature reserves. Based at Rutland Water Nature Reserve's purpose-built Volunteer Training Centre you will have the opportunity to get involved in all aspects of the nature reserve and habitat management. One day a week will also see you get involved with wildlife recording and monitoring.
This is a very practical volunteer placement role and will be suitable for someone who is looking to start a career in conservation as a nature reserve warden or in a similar role. As part of your training you will gain certificates in the use of chainsaws, tree safety inspection and first aid; and you will be trained in hedge-laying, dry stone walling, brushcutter, tractor driving and much more.
The placement is based on five days per week for one year (Monday-Friday with occasional weekend working), beginning on Monday 6th July 2026. We would expect you to commit yourself to this placement for the duration of the twelve months. Uniform and personal protective equipment will be provided.
Please be advised that this role is not salaried, but a 12-month FTC that will provide for a living allowance of £120 per week. Temporary accommodation for the duration of the traineeship is available (at no cost) at our Volunteer Training Centre.
Contact details
Matthew Heaver
mheaver@lrwt.org.uk
Volunteer Training Centre, Rutland Water Nature Reserve, Oakham Road, Hambleton, Rutland, LE15 8TL
Application Form - Trainee Reserve Officer (Volunteer)
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Job Description - Trainee Reserve Officer (Volunteer)
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This exciting volunteer post will give you vital experience at one of the UK's best nature reserves. Based at Rutland Water Nature Reserve's purpose-built Volunteer Training Centre you will have the opportunity to get involved in all aspects of the nature reserve and habitat management. One day a week will also see you get involved with wildlife recording and monitoring.
This is a very practical volunteer placement role and will be suitable for someone who is looking to start a career in conservation as a nature reserve warden or in a similar role. As part of your training you will gain certificates in the use of chainsaws, tree safety inspection and first aid; and you will be trained in hedge-laying, dry stone walling, brushcutter, tractor driving and much more.
The placement is based on five days per week for one year (Monday-Friday with occasional weekend working), beginning on Monday 6th July 2026. We would expect you to commit yourself to this placement for the duration of the twelve months. Uniform and personal protective equipment will be provided.
Please be advised that this role is not salaried, but a 12-month FTC that will provide for a living allowance of £120 per week. Temporary accommodation for the duration of the traineeship is available (at no cost) at our Volunteer Training Centre.