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We are actively seeking volunteers to help look after Northumberlandia.

If you are interested in volunteering, please visit the Northumberland Wildlife Trust website, where we are advertising posts for Site Welcomers and Reserves Wardens at Northumberlandia.

To apply, use the enquiry form and the Volunteer Co-ordinator will be in touch.

Green Angels Support Volunteer

Volunteer Role:  Green Angels Support Volunteer

Reports To:      Green Angels Project Officer

Term:            4 month period – 3 days per week

Location:        Hassall Green Nature Reserve (HGNR) CW11 4XX.

The Land Trust are looking to recruit a Green Angels Support Volunteer who will be based at Hassall Green Nature Reserve (HGNR) and will assist in the hands-on delivery of Green Angels activities, on and off-site activities, committing to a four month in-depth work placement.

As the Green Angels Support Volunteer, you will need to be flexible and enjoy working with a wide variety of people. You will need to be a practical person who is passionate about the natural world and community engagement. You will support the delivery of practical, onsite projects and courses and support the Project Officer, trainees, and volunteers to make the most of their experience and time with Green Angels. You will also be required to undertake some digital delivery, e.g., poster creation, social media campaigns etc.

There may be some weekend work and travel involved as Green Angels is delivered at the Hassall Green Nature Reserve and has the potential to encompass some activities in the local community. Ideally you will have good organisation and time management skills, the ability to work well independently and as part of a team.

What you can expect:

• You will work with groups of trainees and volunteers and have the opportunity to guide their experience and lead small group activities under the supervision and guidance of the Green Angels Project Officer.
•  You will gain experience in practical nature conservation, mindfulness activities, group leadership & volunteer management, project planning, marketing & promotion.
• Access to the Land Trust’s internal compliance training programmes, such as Health and Safety, outdoor first aid and safeguarding.
• Access to a training budget allowance for external training courses relevant to the role.
• Hands on, vocational experience within the environmental industry giving you the opportunity to enhance your employability chances and CV.
• 1:1 employability coaching session offering CV writing advice, interview preparation and advice on gaining employment in the environmental sector.
• Branded “The Land Trust” clothing – t-shirt & waterproof coat.
• Information technology equipment, e.g. laptop and mobile phone.
• Reasonable travel expenses will be reimbursed.
• All tools, materials, and safety equipment to do the job will be provided.
• Occasional evening and weekend availability will be required.
• The Support Volunteer will ideally have access to a vehicle or transportation.

A full job description can be found here – Job Description

The Land Trust and Green Angels

The Land Trust is a land management charity which manages its open spaces for the benefit of its local communities.

Green Angels is the Trust’s bespoke environmental training programme which is delivered on sites around the country, helping people to learn new skills, meet new people and make a difference in their local environment.

APPLICATIONS

Please email your CV and a letter of application expressing your interest in becoming a Green Angels Support Volunteer and explaining why you are suitable for the role, using the “Role and Responsibilities” and the “Personal Specification” sections in the Job Description as a guide.   Please send your application to recruitment@thelandtrust.org.uk

Closing date: midnight on Sunday 14^th July 2024.

Trustee Board Member

About the Land Trust

The Land Trust is unique, we believe, in its approach and operations. We are a ‘not for profit’ charity utilising public open space/green infrastructure as a positive asset to help create healthy, cohesive and resilient communities whilst delivering our charitable objectives.

Last year we were delighted to welcome c2.4 million visitors to our parks and green spaces, free of charge. We generated £19.4 million in Gross Value Added (GVA) to local economies through our portfolio, a 10% increase on the previous year. In 2023/24, we have changed our health impact with a greater focus on mental health activities, responding to increased anxiety and social isolation post-Covid (a 217% increase).

Our Trustee Board is looking forward to welcoming a new trustee, as we continue to grow and thrive in these challenging and exciting times.

Trustee Board Member

The Land Trust is seeking a new trustee to take an active role in its Investment Committee, helping guide the organisation’s future direction with an entrepreneurial spirit. The Investment Committee oversees a multi-asset portfolio of nearly £200m, sets the investment strategy and meets with the asset managers on a quarterly basis to assess performance and adherence to the strategy.

As a trustee, you will play a critical team role in shaping our strategic vision, driving sustainable growth, and ensuring the long-term success of our initiatives. We seek a trustee with proven experience of senior-level investment management and an understanding of financial markets, asset management, and risk mitigation. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of managing diverse investment portfolios and developing innovative strategies aligned with organisational goals and an enquiring mind. The successful candidate will also be on the Board and will also be asked to sit on the Audit & Finance Committee

If you are passionate about the value of green space in our communities and would like to get involved, you can find a detailed information pack below.

Trustee Recruitment Pack

Trustee Role Profile

Trustee FAQ Sheet

Closing date: 20 October 2024

First stage interview: 7 November 2024 (London)

Second stage interview: w/c 18 November 2024 (Warrington)