The Don Catchment River education volunteer

Part Time

Don Catchment Riv

Role education volunteer

Purpose of the Role:

With DCRT staff you will help co-ordinate and deliver events and educational activities in and around the project area. Sharing your passion and knowledge, you can help others learn about the fantastic wildlife and history of the River Don.

Outline of tasks and activities:

Depending on experience and particular area of interest:

· Delivering ‘River Guardian’ education sessions to primary schools

· Promoting the sessions to schools and liaising with teachers to organise bookings

· Assisting with the development of new educational activities and sessions

· Maintaining education equipment

· Contribute to gathering evidence for project evaluation

· Produce articles for blogs and local press

This role will suit people who:

· Have experience of working in an educational setting, or have a transferable skill in this area

· Are able to communicate with a wide range of people

· Are willing to be part of a team, and share experience and knowledge with other volunteers

· Have the flexibility and availability to volunteer within a programme of bookings

· Knowledge of the environmental and historic heritage of the River Don is not essential, but a willingness to learn would be desirable and training will be available.

Location & hours:

Various locations and dates in accordance with the Trust’s programme of events and school bookings. This may include evenings and weekends. The majority of our project will take place within the project area but may also encompass the wider Doncaster Metropolitan Borough. This may include schools and at outdoor locations.

Training & support:

· Education volunteers will be overseen by the Community Engagement Officer

· An induction and training on delivering DCRT sessions will be available

· A DBS check may be required

Reimbursements- Travel Expenses

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