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The Conservation Volunteers (TCV) connects people to the green spaces that form a vital part of any healthy, happy community by bringing people together to create, improve and care for green spaces.
TCV run various groups out of our Grangemouth site, which is located within Jupiter Urban Wildlife Centre, from Health and Wellbeing in our growing area to employability groups within the reserve and garden. Our primary goal is to enhance the mental and physical well-being of individuals facing enduring health issues or socio-economic challenges and to offer practical conservation skills to those furthest from the job market.
In the role of Volunteer Officer, you will have the chance to engage in planning, supporting and leading activities that involve volunteers in enhancing our Jupiter site. This role offers practical hands-on experience across a diverse spectrum of activities such as sustainable gardening, citizen science, access work, woodworking, and site maintenance. Moreover, you will have the opportunity to connect with TCV and other local community initiatives whilst participating in organising and managing public events.
We seek a dedicated, people-centred individual to assist our Senior Project Officer in planning, organising and overseeing sessions. This role aims to expand our capacity and activities while maintaining a secure, safe and encouraging environment for our groups.
Key tasks include:
-Coordinate and supervise volunteer engagement, ranging from nature-based activities to site maintenance tasks
-Support volunteer training and development
-Manage volunteer information and record activity tasks
-Ensure volunteer safety and well-being through effective risk assessing
Our Volunteer Officer will benefit from guidance provided by a designated Senior Project Officer, who will supervise your training and support your development objectives. If you are interested in this role and would like to know more then please enquire now!
Experience required
No previous experience in conservation or volunteer management required as training and support with be provided. We do ask for strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage and motivate volunteers and foster inclusivity within the team. The Volunteer Officer should exhibit enthusiasm coupled with a positive, non-judgmental demeanour, and demonstrate adaptability and problem-solving skills. Being approachable with good listening skills is also a benefit.
Travel details
Jupiter Urban Wildlife Centre, Wood Street, Grangemouth, FK3 8LH. Nearest train station is Falkirk Grahamston, approximately 4 miles away. There are regular buses to Grangemouth, the numbers 3 and 4 buses both stop at the junction of Newlands Road and Central Avenue, which is just a few minutes walk from Jupiter.
Travel expenses
Branded clothing will be provided along with reasonable travel expenses (capped at £5 per day) which will be paid fortnightly.
Support
Training details
You will be included in our induction process and receive First Aid Training. Additionally, you will have access to courses covering Project Leadership, Safeguarding, Risk Assessment, and other related subjects and will receive support from a dedicated Senior Project Officer. The Volunteer Officer position serves as an excellent stepping stone towards a career in Volunteer Management or the Conservation sector. Many of our Volunteer Officers have gone on to become TCV staff members.
Restrictions
Minimum age: 18
Due to safeguarding policies we cannot take on anyone who has unspent convictions into our open groups.
Availability
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Frequency & commitment
Flexible, and availability can be noted on application for discussion at interview. However, we do ask for a minimum commitment of one day per week for 6 months.
Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
Find out more
Please fill out this form to register your interest in the opportunity Volunteer Officer with The Conservation Volunteers (TCV) - Falkirk
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Your details and message will be sent to:
Mhairi Campbell, The Conservation Volunteers (TCV) - Falkirk
Mhairi Campbell, The Conservation Volunteers (TCV) - Falkirk
Email address: mhairi.campbell@tcv.org.uk
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