Shadow Volunteer

We are looking for individuals with an interest in pursuing a career in conservation, community engagement, recreation, site management, working with volunteers and the public and wanting to gain experience in the Forestry Sector.

What we offer:

• Training relevant to the role from the experienced member of staff being shadowed, along with gaining knowledge from wider colleagues.
• Guidance and support in applying for further training or employment opportunities.
• Genuine out of pocket expenses which includes travel expenses beyond your reporting station.
• Volunteer parking pass after 35 hours of volunteering.
• Volunteer uniform.
• Formal training opportunities – first aid and manual handling.

The scheme runs twice a year in a selection of the nation’s forests.

Skills

Successful volunteers are given training and develop on the job skills and experience shadowing a Forestry England member of staff, one to three days a week over six months.