LetsGoSandwell

Help school children to experience nature

by RSPB

Looking to get some quality experience with Europe’s largest conservation charity, engaging with young people and delivering environmental education?
RSPB Sandwell Valley are looking for an enthusiastic and organised Volunteer Learning Intern with excellent communication skills to join our welcoming team for six months. You could be a recent graduate or just changing careers and looking to gain practical experience in this competitive arena. Whatever your background, if you love spending time outside, have some experience of working with children, a willingness to learn new skills and a flexible approach this could be the opportunity for you!
(Photo credit Andy Purcell)

Organisation description

Our vision at RSPB (Royal Society for the Protection of Birds) is to deliver a world richer in nature for both wildlife and people. As well as working locally within communities to help birds and other wildlife, we seek to influence systemic change, working with policy makers and others to ensure positive outcomes for nature.

Address

RSPB Sandwell Valley,
20 Tanhouse Avenue
B43 5AG Great Barr

Contact

Lucy Fleming
07935 014992
Lucy.Fleming@rspb.org.uk
www.rspb.org.uk

Accessibility

Please contact us to discuss any access requirements

Preferred skills

Teamwork, good communication skills, experience working with children, enjoy working outside, interest in wildlife

Experience gained

Skills in delivering curriculum-linked outdoor education sessions. Opportunity to develop other interests with support from team members, training provided.

Will the organisation carry out a DBS check?

Yes

Minimum age

18+

Age focus

Primary School children

Time of volunteering

Weekdays
Daytime