Residential Nature Reserve Volunteer On-site Housing

Salary:
Voluntary role with opportunity for up to 16 hours paid work per week

Closing date:
Monday 24 August 2026

Contract type:
Fixed term /

Working hours:

Part time

Far Ings National Nature Reserve, Far Ings Road, Far Ings, Barton-upon-Humber, DN18 5RG

Do you have a passion for wildlife and conservation? Would you like to gain hands‑on skills helping manage a National Nature Reserve? This role could be for you…

This is an exciting opportunity for a six-month residential volunteering placement with the opportunity of paid roles to support your voluntary time with us.

This seasonal placement is suitable for someone looking to begin a career in environmental conservation. The role involves assisting the Reserves team in managing the Wildlife Trust’s North Lincolnshire reserves including practical habitat management of grassland, wetland, heathland and peatland sites, access maintenance and working with livestock.

• A strong desire to work in the field of environmental conservation
• A willingness to work outdoors in all weathers
• Good communication skills
• Good team working skills
• Ability to be self‑motivated

• Experience of working in an outdoor setting
• Wildlife identification skills
• First aid certificate
• Driving licence
• Some previous experience of environmental conservation

• Accommodation is provided on site in a self‑contained apartment at the Far Ings NNR Visitor Centre
• In‑house training, first aid qualification and a wide range of experience in the environmental sector
• In addition to the volunteering commitment, two paid roles are available to provide financial support for your volunteering; as Centre Cleaner (up to 9 hours a week) and Visitor Centre Weekend Duty Staff Member (Sundays, 7 hours)
• Development and use of team working and leadership skills
• Development and use of communication skills
• Development and use of practical conservation skills
• Uniform and necessary training
• Being part of a fun and inspiring team

Around 28 hours a week

Six months (October 2026 to March 2027)

This role is subject to Safer Recruitment processes. To apply, please complete and return the attached application form by the 5pm on Monday 24 August 2026. Interviews for invited candidates will take place on Monday 14 September 2026.