Closing date: Monday 21 July 2025
Salary: £428
Contract type: Fixed term / Working hours: Full time
Location:
Volunteer Training Centre, Oakham Road,
Hambleton, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 8TL
Hambleton, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 8TL
The Volunteer Trainee Reserves Officer (VTRO) will work with the Western Reserves Team, and the wider Conservation Team, to contribute to the management of the Trust’s nature reserve estate, particularly focusing on the 23 reserves to the west of the two counties. Starting in late August/September 2025, the placement will run for 12 months, with a minimum commitment of 6 months, working variable hours (though typically 8am-4pm) over 5 days per week and based at our main office near Leicester City Centre.
This is an unsalaried, volunteer training placement for which the Trust will provide £428 per month contribution towards living costs, as well as a training allowance and appropriate personal protective equipment. Those needing to acquire their own accommodation in order to undertake the role will also be eligible for a £300 per month additional supplement.
This is an unsalaried, volunteer training placement for which the Trust will provide £428 per month contribution towards living costs, as well as a training allowance and appropriate personal protective equipment. Those needing to acquire their own accommodation in order to undertake the role will also be eligible for a £300 per month additional supplement.
Contact details
Prospective candidates should complete the Trust placement application form and return it, along with a copy of their C.V to;
VTRO - Application form.doc
Andy Neilson, Senior Reserves Officer, Leicestershire & Rutland Wildlife Trust.
Any informal discussions about the role are welcome, please contact Andy at [email protected]
07932 866197
Post: The Old Mill, 9 Soar Lane, Leicester, LE3 5DE
Interviews will be held on Monday 28th July 2025. Position will commence ideally in August 2025
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