Drop in Volunteer (Welcome Session for London Volunteer Lock Keepers)

Canal & River Trust; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Curious about becoming a Volunteer Lock Keeper in London?

Join us for an informal Welcome Session on Saturday 28th June, 10:30–12:30 to find out more!

Our Volunteer Lock Keepers are a vital part of the Canal & River Trust’s operations in the capital, supporting boaters and maintaining well-loved sites across Camden, St Pancras, City Road, Old Ford (Locks 8 & 16), and our newest site at Limehouse Lock.

Come along to:

• Meet the team and current volunteers
• Learn more about the role, sites, and rotas
• Explore the commitment and support involved
• Ask questions in a relaxed, welcoming setting

Volunteers typically give one day a week and work on a rota alongside a friendly, dedicated team.

Sign up below to reserve your place and receive full details. We’d love to see you there!

Why we want you

The Drop-in Role is all about getting a taste of volunteering at the Trust, joining us at your leisure to take part in one of our Welcome Sessions or other volunteering opportunities. If you’re joining us for the first time, this is a great opportunity to get involved.

We have a host of easy-to-access volunteer opportunities that will help make a huge impact on your local canal, without requiring a long-term commitment.

What you will be doing

• One-off taster events including our Welcome Sessions
• Litter Picking
• Let’s activities on the water and on the towpath
• When you register as a volunteer, we will ask you about any unspent convictions which you need to declare and risk assess these as necessary.

The skills you need

This role is specifically designed without the need for prior skills or training. By participating, you’ll learn about other roles where training may be needed or provided to help build your skills. No formal skills required.

What's in it for you

• The opportunity to decide if volunteering with the Trust is right for you, as these activities are typically short and one-off.