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Volunteer Officer
When We Need You
From 10/02/2006 onwards
About Opportunity
BTCV Scotland offers an exciting opportunity to gain a wealth of valuable experience in and training for a career in the environmental sector. Join the TCV Scotland team as one of our Volunteer Officers (VO's) and learn practical conservation and community development. Each office runs a programme of practical conservation projects throughout the year. These involve undertaking a variety of tasks with the aim of increasing biodiversity and improving access to the countryside. Responsibilities will include:- help lead, supervise and train the volunteers; attend site visits and prepare site reports and risk assessment; general office work for the projects; lots of practical work. Free access to a range of training e.g. Health and First Aid at Work certificate, Risk Assessment, Tool Care and Maintenance, Tree and Wild Flower Identification, Leadership Skills, etc.
Availability
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About TCV Scotland
The advancement of eduction, the enhancement of citizenship and community development. The advancement of environmental protection and improvement.
TCV Scotland connects People with Place - inspiring people to improve their environment through practical action and to fulfill their potential. Learning through doing is a integral element of all TCV activities. We believe that long term environmental benefits will be best achieved when people take practical action to improve their own community.
Skills & Experience
Must be over 21 and preferably able to commit to a minimum 2 month placement. A full driving license (for a least 2 years) is necessary for this role as is the need to be a good team member.
Travel Details
Throughout South Ayrshire
Restrictions
Age restrictions due to insurance cover
Requirements
Application Form, Induction/Training, Other, Police Check, References
Training and Induction Details
VO's will go through an induction procedure and agree a learning plan. Training courses will be offered in line with their learning plan. Support is ongoing from BCV staff throughout the placement.
Work Type
Conservation / Gardening
Client Group
Environment
Expenses Detail
Public transport encouraged and full costs reimbursed. Mileage at 10p per mile up to max £5 per journey (currently under review)
Accessibility Details
No Wheelchair Access
No Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
Min 8 hours per week. Minimum commitment - 3 months
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 21 years of age.
Volunteers Required
12
Reference Code
56-332
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
60 Kyle Street
KA7 1RZ
Contact: Voluntary Action South Ayrshire
Tel: 01292 263 626
Email: seonaid@voluntaryactionsouthay...
Website: http://www.voluntaryactio...
