Children & Young People Volunteer, Sheringham Park – VH230

National Trust; Sheringham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established conservation charity is seeking passionate volunteers to engage children and young people in nature and cultural heritage. This rewarding role involves leading and supporting various activities, from family events to school engagement, while championing the mission of conservation for everyone. Volunteers will play a crucial role in ensuring a safe and welcoming environment, making a positive impact on future generations. Join a dynamic team and help inspire the next generation of supporters for this important cause.

Qualifications

• Passion for engaging youth in nature and cultural heritage.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Support or lead activities for children and young people.
• Ensure safety and smooth operations during events.

Skills

Engagement with children and young people

Health and safety awareness

Teamwork

Job description

Role:

Are you passionate about engaging children and young people in nature and cultural heritage?
Do you believe in ensuring all younger generations feel welcome and included? Volunteer to help inspire the National Trust’s supporters of the future.

You will be supporting or leading a variety of activities and projects with or for children & young people such as family events, family and youth volunteering, school engagement, and careers engagement.
As part of the recruitment process for this role, you will need to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check before starting.
Volunteering with partners and community groups who engage children & young people, such as Duke of Edinburgh, Scouts/Guides, and youth clubs.
Championing the National Trust’s core aims of conserving nature, beauty, and history for everyone, for ever.

You are important in making sure things run as smoothly and safely as possible – this includes getting to know health and safety and evacuation procedures.
There might occasionally be some other activities that are of interest to you, that we could use your help with.
Being part of a team that may need to adapt to changing circumstances.

Time commitment:
Volunteering hours vary depending on the role and our opening times. We aim to be as flexible as possible and can discuss more with those interested in the role.

About the organisation:
At the National Trust, we protect and care for places so people and nature can thrive. We look after hundreds of houses and close to a million objects, along with vast areas of coastline, countryside, and green spaces, for everyone’s benefit. With our staff, members, volunteers, and supporters, we’re the biggest conservation charity in Europe. Everyone can get involved; everyone can make a difference.

How to apply:If you are interested in this role and would like to apply or would like more information, contact the Volunteer Hub at Merchants’ Place –
E: [e-mail]
T: 01263 519454

Alternatively, you can complete an online registration form, and your details will be sent to us directly. A link for the form can be found on our Volunteer Hub page on our website.