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BE4 Application closing date IV = Interview date LOC Location PAY £ range - usually per annum (but check starting point) FOR Employer Main text usually includes: Description of Job, Person Spec / Requirements and How to apply or obtain more information CJS Suggestions: Please check the main text to ensure that you have all of the required qualifications / experience before you apply. Contact ONLY the person, email, number or address given use links to a job description / more information, if an SAE is required double check you use the correct stamps. If you're sending a CV by email name the file with YOUR name not just CV.doc

REF 2312-DIRECT-22/11 JOB ORGANIC GROWER / OUTDOOR CROPING AREAS

BE4 ? LOC EAST SUSSEX PAY YES FOR BARCOMBE NURSERIES Full time, hours vary depending on season. We are a 12 acre organic vegetable farm which sells direct to customers through our veg box home deliveries & markets. We are looking for two new members of staff: 1) Outdoor crop grower managing an area of around 5 acres 2) Indoor / undercover area grower, producing crops in our polytunnels & glasshouses. Both roles involve managing all aspects of organic crop production at the farm. The applicants must be self-motivated, able to work quickly & used to long hours in all weathers. The ideal person will have previous experience of indoor & / or outdoor crop production, whilst also having previous experience of tractor driving (can be trained if necessary). Must have a passion for organic growing, ecology & good food. CV & covering letter outlining why you are suitable for the position, what experience you have in organic growing & what qualities you think you will bring to our team. martin@barcombenurseries.co.uk REF 2313-DIRECT-22/11 JOB SENIOR CHILDREN’S HOME ACTIVITY INSTRUCTOR

BE4 ? LOC LIVERPOOL PAY 23000 – 28000 FOR QUALITY PROTECTS CHILDREN LTD We specialise in providing a range of high quality residential child care services, including therapy & education, to support young people aged 8-18 who may present with complex needs. We actively encourage participation in activities, pursuits & hobbies as these are key in helping young people build their self-image, resilience, confidence & relationships. This new role is to drive, co-ordinate & deliver a range of quality recreational activities for young people. We are particularly keen to develop a range of water-based activities such as canoeing, rafting & sailing, & quals in these would be advantageous, however the right person will have a range of relevant skills & experience. You will ideally have worked with young people in teaching, coaching or instruction. It is essential that you can engage homes & education staff, & work independently, reliably & consistently. Full UK driving licence & flexibility to work weekends, evenings & overnights required. Please contact Christine Melia headoffice@qpconline.co.uk for an application pack. REF 2314-DIRECT-22/11 JOB FORESTRY CONSERVATION WORKER

BE4 ? LOC NEW FOREST & SURROUNDING AREA PAY Negotiable FOR SOUTHERN COUNTIES FORESTRY LTD Southern Counties Forestry Ltd is looking for two Forestry / Conservation Workers to join their teams completing varied work in and around the New Forest National Park. Current work includes heathland restoration and woodland management projects. It would be desirable to have chainsaw, spraying, brush cutting and first aid qualifications but not essential. Please contact me by email if you are interested matt@scforestry.co.uk

REF 2315-DIRECT-29/11 JOB PROJECT MANAGER

BE4 30/11/19 LOC BRISTOL PAY 25000 – 29000 dependent on experience FOR BRISTOL AVON RIVERS TRUST (BART) An increase in the number of projects led by BART has grown significantly over the last year & as such the Trust is looking to recruit another vital member to its team. This is an opportunity to join a small but very ambitious team to deliver a wide array of multi-benefit projects. As such, the Trust is looking to recruit a competent, dynamic & enthusiastic person with exp in project development & delivery, which would include consultant & contractor supervision. The role would oversee projects that focus on physical environmental improvement projects, catchment surveys, natural flood management, land-use management & in-channel habitat & other similar river restoration works. Prospects will largely depend on your ability to learn quickly & generate income streams to fund projects that meet the Trust’s charitable objectives. For more details visit https://c-js.co.uk/2X4ArkJ

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REF 2316-ONLINE-15/11 Tree Officer

Salary: Grade 6 - £25,801 to £28,785 per year Hours: 37 hours per week Directorate: Operations Contract Type: Permanent Location: Central Headquarters, Ripley, Derbyshire Job Reference: AVBC000000058 Are you passionate about Trees? If so, you could be the next Tree Officer we are looking for! Located in mid-Derbyshire, Amber Valley has an enviable and valued tree stock within its parks, cemeteries, local nature reserves and along the public highway. The Council is looking to appoint a motivated tree professional to take the lead in the management and further improvement of these wonderful natural assets. About the Job: The role includes the day-to-day management of the Assistant Tree Officers, to provide a first class arboricultural service, including undertaking inspections, prioritising works, dealing with tree preservation orders and conservation area applications, giving advice to internal and external clients on arboricultural matters and ensuring that the Council’s legal obligations are met. In addition, we can offer: • flexible working • pension scheme • casual car user allowance • excellent personal and professional development opportunities • opportunities to make a difference. If you think you are the right person for the role, then we’d like to hear from you. Please apply at www.ambervalley.gov.uk/jobs The closing date for this vacancy is Sunday 17 November 2019 at midnight. (Any applications received after the closing date will not be accepted). CV’s are not accepted.

REF 2317-ONLINE-29/11 Health Ranger

Location: Chester Salary: £24,313 - £26,999 per annum, 37 hours per week Ref: W391 Would you like to inspire people to get active outdoors? Are you able to connect more people with nature on their doorstep for the health and wellbeing benefits it can bring? Can you develop innovative approaches to successfully attract the attention, interest and involvement of groups and individuals for whom engaging with nature may be unfamiliar territory? We seek an enthusiastic individual to develop and lead a wide range of outdoor nature based activity programmes across a number of locations within Cheshire West and Chester as part of the Natural Health Service. These activities include guided health walks, practical nature conservation tasks, horticultural therapy, Forest Schools and mindfulness in nature. You should be able to demonstrate your passion and ability to deliver these types of initiatives with a capability to mentor, train and support individuals, groups and partner organisations to build their own capacity to provide similar activities. With your help we hope to spread this work to many individuals, communities and businesses for whom a greater level of engagement with nature could bring very positive results. If you feel you have the right skills and aptitude to champion the role of the natural environment in improving the health and wellbeing of individuals and communities across the Borough we’d love to hear from you. For further information please contact Roger Goulding, roger.goulding@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk The contractual work location for this role is listed above however you may be required to work from a range of work locations or sites within the Borough and may also be required to work from home, depending on the needs of the service. To apply: https://c-js.co.uk/2WGhSmp Closing date: 29 November 2019.

REF 2317-ONLINE-15/11 Waterway Operative

£17,781 inclusive Based Stalybridge About the role: At the Canal & River Trust, we believe life is better by water. This is an opportunity to put that belief into practice, as you help transform our canals and rivers into spaces that local communities truly enjoy. Your job will be to maintain, conserve and improve some of our waterways in Greater Manchester – doing everything from removing litter and repairing towpaths to operating locks and bridges and providing emergency response. It’s an opportunity to work in a wonderfully unique outdoor environment. You’ll also be working as part of an annualised hour rota, which ensures we are able to provide excellent customer service 7 days a week. About you: A customer service background would be ideal, as a key part of your job will be to ensure visitors and users of our waterway have a great experience every time. However, we’re happy to hear from people with any kind of previous experience that’s relevant to the role. Basic literacy and numeracy skills are a must. It’s also essential that you have held a valid driving licence for at least three years and have been driving a personal vehicle for two years. As you will be included on the on-call rota, you will need to live within the team’s operational area which encompasses Greater Manchester. About us: We’re the charity who look after and bring to life 2,000 miles of canals and rivers. Our waterways contribute to the health and wellbeing of local communities and economies, creating attractive and connected places to live, work, volunteer and spend leisure time. These historic, natural and cultural assets form part of the strategic and local green-blue infrastructure network, linking urban and rural communities as well as habitats. Our waterways are on the doorstep of 8 million people and reach some of the most deprived communities within the UK. By caring for our waterways and promoting their use we believe we can improve the wellbeing of our nation. Come and be part of it. To apply: We aim to represent the diverse communities we are part of and welcome applicants from across all sectors of the community. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce brings with it a diversity of ideas, thinking and ways of working which enhances what we do. To find out more and apply, click here https://c-js.co.uk/2PJGeKL. Please quote reference number 2019-5927 when applying. Closing date: 18 November 2019.

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REF 2318-ONLINE-29/11 DNAire Community Engagement Officer

Location: Currently in Shipley, Bradford Remuneration: ca. £25,000 pa (plus pension, expenses) Hours of work: 37 hours per week but note that significant working at weekends and evenings is likely to be necessary. Fixed term 3-year contract until December 2022 Do you want to connect people to their local wildlife as part of an exciting new team within a growing organisation? Do you have the skills to deliver a wide-ranging and varied volunteer and community engagement programme? Do you share our passion for improving our river? Developing the Natural Aire (DNAire) is a partnership project with The Environment Agency. DNAire will once again allow Atlantic salmon to spawn in our river after an absence of 200 years. To celebrate their return and to safeguard the future of the river we are launching a wide-reaching programme of community engagement. Through this we will connect local communities to their local river. You will be capable of working independently as part of a small team and demonstrate a committed, mature and flexible approach to your work. We are looking for an individual with experience of delivering practical engagement activities, such as walks, volunteer clean ups and school workshops. As a creative communicator who will able to enthuse and inspire others whilst building good relationships with partners and volunteers. The Aire Rivers Trust is an independent environmental charity established to secure the preservation, protection, development and improvement of the rivers, streams, watercourses and water bodies in the Aire catchment. Through our work we seek to advance the public's understanding of the management of water and its interconnection with the wider environment. If you believe that you have the passion, commitment and skills to take this unique opportunity forward then we would like to hear from you. To apply for this full-time post, please email to simon.watts@aireriverstrust.org.uk along with your current CV and a supporting statement explaining how you believe your skills and experience match our requirements for the role, directly addressing the job description and person specification. This and further details about the vacancy can be found on our website https://aireriverstrust.org.uk/work-for-us/. Please use the email title ‘Community Engagement Officer job application’ The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Friday 29 November 2019. Interviews will take place on Monday 9 December 2019 at our offices in Shipley.

REF 2319-ONLINE-29/11 Visitor Services Coordinator (Deputy Manager) - Wendover Woods

This is a fantastic opportunity to support the development and maintenance of a beautiful woodland visitor attraction in the heart of the Chiltern AONB. At Forestry England, we manage and care for England’s public forests. Wendover Woods attracts over 400,000 visitors per year and is located five miles East of Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire. The site has recently benefited from a major capital investment project which has brought a new café, car park facilities, toilets, car park management system and play trail. These exciting developments have enhanced the capacity and potential for the site to develop and diversify the recreation business offer. You will join a dedicated team of nine and support the management and development of the site. As Visitor Services Coordinator you will be tasked with developing and improving the visitor experience and growing the business in ways that offer superb visitor experiences. You will also support the operational management and daily running of the site acting as Duty Manager through a rostered system. To be equal to the challenge, you will have supervisory experience working in a customer services / sales environment. Have experience of managing operational contracts and work activities and experience in managing budgets and finances. To learn more and apply please click here https://c-js.co.uk/2NleSJf Closing date 1 December 2019

REF 2320-ONLINE-22/11 Environmental Education Countryside Ranger

(Responsibilities in environmental education, land and farm animal care) 35 hours per week Salary: £16,000 with accommodation provided Based on our organic farm, the Magdalen Environmental Trust provides outdoor environmental education to children and adults, and therapeutic / respite opportunities to people with more complex needs. We work with a wide range of people including schools, families, charities and schools from across southern England. We are a leading Care Farm and are growing this provision. You can learn a lot about us from our website: www.magdalenfarm.org.uk The aims of our education programme are to help people make better decisions about how they interact with their environment and with nature, and to provide opportunities for those people, particularly children, to develop a love of nature. If they don’t love it, they won’t value it. Throughout the year, the role will include traditional Ranger activities of site care, countryside management and care of livestock, and also the provision of high quality environmental education to a range of visitors, but predominantly primary school children. The work patterns will be affected by the seasons, spending more time on education in the spring and summer (when demand is highest) and more time on practical Ranger duties in the autumn and winter. Closing date for application forms 24 November 2019. Candidates invited to interview 25 November 2019 Interviews 3 December 2019

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REF 2321-ONLINE-22/11 Volunteer and Penwith Hedges Coordinator Cornwall Wildlife Trust

For Kynsa ha Diwettha – Agan Tirwedh Bewa ha Gonis First and Last – Our Living Working Landscape Penwith Landscape Partnership The Penwith Landscape Partnership (www.penwithlandscape.com) scheme seeks to conserve and enhance the special landscape of Penwith in the far west of Cornwall, making a lasting difference to its heritage, people and communities Volunteering is central to the success of the scheme. We are looking for a committed individual with great organisational and people skills to support and develop the strong volunteering network, working closely with the other PLP team members. In addition, the postholder will assist the PLP Ecologist in the delivery of the Penwith Hedges work programme. Full-time, fixed contract to December 2022 Employed by the Lead Partner, Cornwall Wildlife Trust Based in St Just Salary £21,930 pa Job description and application form available from www.cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk/jobs To apply, please send completed application form (CVs not accepted) to recruitment@cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk Deadline for applications: Sunday 24 November 2019, midnight. Interviews: Tuesday 3 December 2019, St Just, West Cornwall. PLP is supported by Arghas Ertach / Heritage Fund, Cornwall Council and Cornwall AONB.

REF 2322-ONLINE-22/11 Ecologist

Salary: £27,905 - £31,371 (Band 7) Experienced Ecologist required to provide specialist advice to Planning Officers, Developers and to the public throughout all stages of the development management and strategic planning process. You will provide advice to Planning Officers and Developers, review planning applications and assist with policy development, working with colleagues across the Planning Service to secure the best outcomes for nature in contexts varying from small housing schemes to the working and restoration of large mineral sites. This is an exciting opportunity to join a team that is working to conserve and enhance nature across England’s most northerly county, from intertidal habitats and coastal bird populations to upland meadows, heaths and blanket bogs. You will have a degree in ecology or a related subject, and detailed understanding of nature conservation legislation and the land use planning system. You will have experience of working within the planning system to secure the best outcomes for wildlife, and will be confident in identifying a range of habitats and species and in assessing their significance. Experience of mineral site monitoring and restoration would be an advantage as this will be an important part of the role, as would experience of undertaking Habitat Regulations Assessments. We are offering: • Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (or other pension scheme) • A wide range of staff benefits including a competitive annual leave provision • Flexible working arrangements. For further information about this vacancy, please contact David Feige on 01670 622653 for an informal discussion. Northumberland County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sectors of the community. We recognise the difficulties that transgender applicants in particular may face during a recruitment process; if Trans applicants have any concerns regarding the process please contact Rebecca Harding (Trans HR Support Officer) on 07770975678 or rebecca.harding@northumberland.gov.uk. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. All applications to work on a part-time will be considered in line with the requirements of the post and the needs of the service. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format or would like us to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to attend an interview please email hrrecruitment@northumberland.gov.uk. Closing date midnight on Monday 25 November 2019 Interviews will be held on Monday 9 December 2019 To apply please visit https://c-js.co.uk/2JXouHZ

REF 2323-ONLINE-15/11 Community Tree Nursery and Engagement Officer (Part-time)

Salary: £12,900 (22.5 hours per week - 0.6 full time equivalent) Application deadline: 17 November 2019 Start date: From November 2019 Reporting to: Trustee with overall responsibility for the Forest Centre Responsible for: Community Tree Nursery development and volunteers The Role: Do you enjoy working with volunteers and engaging people to improve their environment? Do you want to help create a local resource of trees collected from local seed for planting across the Thames Chase Community Forest? Do you want to help manage this tree stock and educate current and future generations about the benefits of trees? If so please read on to find out more about a new and unique opportunity to work in the Thames Chase Community Forest. The Thames Chase Trust is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic new member of our team who has the energy and drive to take forward an exciting new chapter for our Community Tree Nursery. The Thames Chase Trust is the lead partner of a Heritage Lottery Funded (HLF) Landscape Partnership called ‘Land of the Fanns’, a £2.4 million project aimed at delivering physical improvements and engagement projects across East London and South-West Essex. The Community Tree Nursery project is part-funded by HLF through this programme, and the post holder will be helping to support programme delivery. The Thames Chase Trust has worked in partnership with the Land of the Fanns project to secure vital support funding to refresh the existing Community Tree Nursery and engage the local community in creating a resource that will remain for the future. If you have answered yes to any question above or are interested in the role, then we want to hear from you! For more information or to apply for this role, email a CV and covering letter to Mary Wright at mary.wright@thameschase.org.uk

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REF 2324-ONLINE-29/11 Data Controller

c £30,000 per annum fte Full time or 4 day week considered Do you love the inner complexities of a membership database? Do you thrive on knowing the details of Data Protection regulations? The Trust needs an experienced Data Controller who really understands the beneficial workings of a membership and CRM database and how using the data can deliver business targets. This role will manage our database; project manage and support the implementation of ThankQ (currently Progress); ensure compliance with data protection and be the Trust’s “expert” in GDPR plus extend that expertise to other areas of the Trust and advise on the broader CRM data management. A passion for data manipulation and analysis is essential. If you can fulfil the criteria outlined on the job profile, please complete an application form and send to charlotte.magowan@surreywt.org.uk by midday on Wednesday 27th November 2019. Job profile and application form on our website www.surreywildlifetrust.org or by contacting Charlotte Magowan, Director of People Engagement.

REF 2325-ONLINE-22/11 Country Parks Manager

37 hours a week (some weekend/evening working will be required) Salary £42,150 per annum Supporting communities, improving lives Do you want to make a real difference? We are committed to making a positive difference for all the residents, businesses and visitors to Eastleigh and we are proud to be delivering on our promise to create sustainable and healthy communities and increase employment and wellbeing opportunities for all. Eastleigh’s award-winning country parks are fundamental to achieving this goal, and are a vital part of our community, so as our new Country Parks Manager you will have a key role in their continued success by shaping the visitor experience and making the parks a great place to visit, play and work. Itchen Valley Country Park comprises 440 beautiful acres of mixed woodland, river and meadow landscapes, a visitor centre, the fully refurbished Woodland Café and play and BBQ areas. Lakeside Country Park covers 60 acres and is on the site of old gravel workings, with lakes formed from gravel pits. As well as the lakes themselves, the park boasts a stunning waterside conference centre for multi-functional use. In this role, you will be responsible for all aspects of the operation and management of the two parks, with a particular emphasis on the continual development of the visitor offer, which has wellbeing and education at its heart. You will also develop income generating strategies across the parks to ensure the facilities are optimised, budgets managed, and that all areas, including the Woodland Café, achieve the agreed business targets. Leading a team of dedicated individuals, you will ensure high standards are maintained, issues are resolved, and performance and customer service sit at the centre of everything they do. You will also oversee the tenancy agreements of partner organisations including Go Ape and the Forest School. Developing the commercial potential of the facilities, you will develop and oversee education programmes, conference bookings and services, ensuring the facilities and services are managed to meet customer, partner and tenants’ expectations. You will ensure that the Countryside Team are supported in ensuring that conservation and biodiversity management is carried out in accordance with agreed priorities (habitats and species) and targets for income from grants, such as grazing rights, are achieved. This position is the ideal role for a strong operational manager with a passion for creating great visitor experiences. You will have a keen eye for health and safety, sound business acumen and the ability to create business and education opportunities by providing great customer service, through effective leadership, together with strong people and financial management. For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Andrew Trayer, Corporate Director on 023 8068 8200.

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Closing date: Sunday 24 November 2019 Interview date: Monday 2 December 2019

REF 2326-ONLINE-22/11 Assistant Park Manager

Dalkeith Country Park Circa £22,000 depending on experience Dalkeith Country Park has been enjoyed by visitors for 120 years and its woodlands, riverside trails, cycle tracks and events calendar are valued by visitors from near and far. The Park includes Fort Douglas which is an exciting adventure play park for visitors of all ages, while the stable yard houses Restoration Yard, a unique venture comprising a retail store, coffee bar, restaurant, foodhall and wellness space. In this role you will be responsible for ensuring the Park grounds and infrastructure are maintained to the highest standards. This is a unique opportunity to be involved with all aspects of the conservation and biodiversity of our 1,000-acre site, including the Old Oakwood which is a Site of Specific Scientific Interest (SSSI). • Can you demonstrate solid ground maintenance experience and a flexible “can-do” attitude? • Have you successfully contributed to implementation of a woodland management plan? • Are you an excellent communicator with the interpersonal skills required to deal with a range of people, including visitors, tenants and volunteers? The successful candidate will need a chainsaw certificate and a full UK driving licence, while a tractor/trailer driving or ATV qualification will be an advantage. Knowledge of the Wildlife & Countryside Act (1981) and experience of managing a team will also be advantageous. Interested? Please submit your CV and a covering letter to our Park & Projects Manager at aburke@buccleuch.com. The closing date for applications is 21 November. Interviews will be held on 6 & 9 December. Please view our Privacy Policy at www.dalkeithcountrypark.co.uk/privacy/

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REF 2327-ONLINE-22/11 Riverlution Community Engagement Officer River Stewardship Company

£22,000 pa pro-rata 21 hours per week (2-3 days per week including weekends), permanent Sheffield-based with travel across Yorkshire Are you passionate about enabling people to help protect our local waterways, come rain or shine? Can you inspire and communicate effectively with people of all backgrounds and abilities? The Role: River Stewardship Company (RSC) works to maintain and enhance watercourses, and to inspire, empower and connect communities. We have a rapidly growing portfolio of commercial waterway maintenance and improvement projects and use these to help drive a number of community engagement initiatives under our Riverlution programme. We are seeking an enthusiastic, personable and motivated individual to deliver the practical elements of our community engagement work. You will engage proactively with volunteers, contribute to the development of new programmes and events, and ensure that we meet our ambitious social impact targets. The Riverlution Community Engagement Officer will be responsible primarily for delivering regular volunteer days on the riverbank, with further scope to include additional engagement events such as citizen science activities, wildlife walks and educational activities as our Riverlution programme develops. They will engage with our existing volunteers but also work to expand our volunteer network both in number and reach. Other tasks will focus on training and skills development within targeted communities to increase the social impact of Riverlution. The post holder will be responsible to the Riverlution Manager and work closely and collaboratively with RSC site supervisors, community groups and volunteers. The post will involve regular weekend work to fit around our growing volunteer programme. The closing date for this position is 12pm Monday 25 November 2019. Interviews are expected to be held in the week commencing 5 December. How to Apply: To download the full person specification and to apply, click here https://c-js.co.uk/2NrObCG For more information, contact Sara Blackburn, Riverlution Manager at sara.blackburn@the-rsc.co.uk

REF 2328-ONLINE-22/11 Dartmoor National Park Authority - Dartmoor Hill Farm Project Dartmoor Hill Farm Officer

Grade 4: £22,462 - £26,317 Full time - 37 hours per week Fixed term contract until April 2022 Do you have a passion for Dartmoor, the working landscape, biodiversity and rural traditions that help shape it? Do you want to be part of a team that helps influence this National Park for future generations? The Dartmoor Hill Farm Project was established through a partnership to support a viable future for Dartmoor farmers by providing advice and information, promoting skills development, and offering a single point of contact to rural communities and partners regarding key issues. Based in Princetown as a key member of the Dartmoor Hill Farm Project Team, you will build on existing links established with the farming community to develop, promote, administer and evaluate an inclusive programme of training events to help build more sustainable rural communities. You will work directly with farmers, acting as a conduit to facilitate positive change and will be central to providing support at a critical time of uncertainty and reform. The successful applicant will be extremely organised, have proven project management experience and excellent administration and communications skills. You will have an understanding of rural issues, demonstrable knowledge of working with communities and training providers plus a track-record of delivering successful events. The post is initially being appointed to on a fixed term contract until April 2022, but the intention is to extend the contract beyond this date subject to funding. The post is based at the Authority’s offices in Princetown, but will involve travelling around Dartmoor. The Authority operates flexible working hours and is a member of the Local Government Pension Scheme. If you would like to know more about this exciting opportunity, please contact Chris Giles (cgiles@dartmoor.gov.uk). Closing Date: 25 November 2019 (12 noon). To apply please visit our website at: www.dartmoor.gov.uk/about-us/job-vacancies

REF 2329-ONLINE-13/12 Climate change and biodiversity loss are affecting people and nature and land management will be key to ameliorating the effects of both. RSPB is seeking a talented conservation scientist with good GIS and analytical skills to join projects examining the spatial conservation and climate change mitigation consequences of land management and restoration in the UK and Europe. Conservation Scientist - Natural Climate Solutions

Ref: A3021119 Location: The Lodge / Cambridge (David Attenborough Building) Salary: £25,643 to £27,585 per annum. Applicants should expect under normal circumstances to receive an offer at the bottom of the advertised range. Hours: Full time / Contract: 14 month fixed term contract You will join a small team working alongside ecological and practical conservationists. You will have a good working knowledge of spatial analytical and statistical techniques using at least two of the following analytical packages (R, SAS, ARC, QGIS). You will be experienced in manipulating and handling large datasets, writing for expert and popular audiences and have a proven scientific publication record. Knowledge and experience of land management, climate change mitigation or restoration science will be an advantage. You will be responsible for establishing and maintaining good relations with internal and external project partners and stakeholders, in the UK and Europe. The post is for 14 months, to assist with the delivery of scenario-based models of landscape-scale land use change and its climate change mitigation potential. Preferably, you will be based in Cambridge or Sandy. Closing date: 11 December 2019 Interview date: 13 January 2020 If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click here https://c-js.co.uk/2qzc3uZ to be directed to our website.

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REF 2330-ONLINE-6/12 Senior Ecologist (Bats, Birds - SE England)

CGO Ecology Ltd Woking, Surrey www.cgoecology.com Starting December 2019 Permanent, with three-month probationary period Salary £30,000 + Overview: CGO Ecology is a consultancy with a small team of staff, and a wide network of subcontractors and associates. We need a skilled and licensed bat ecologist, with proven experience obtaining bat EPS mitigation licences, to join our Dorset team. Good ornithological skills and a range of other ecological expertise would be a bonus. Role: The position is home-based, ideally in Surrey or Berkshire, but other parts of Southeast England considered. It involves travelling to jobs across the Southeast, sometimes Dorset, Hants and the Midlands. Overnight stays are sometimes required, particularly in the summer bat season (between dusk and dawn surveys). You would coordinate and conduct surveys and mitigation for bats (PRAs, nocturnal surveys, static detectors, transects), Breeding Bird Surveys, Winter Bird Surveys, Phase 1 habitat/PEAs, and surveys for reptiles, GCN, riparian mammals, and other protected species. You must be able to write reports and licence applications to a high standard of English grammar, and deal effectively with clients, colleagues and stakeholders. You would need excellent written and verbal communication skills, be physically able, and prepared to work flexible and often unsociable hours with a flexi-time/TOIL system. You would need to be a self-starter, with a pragmatic outlook, who uses their initiative to resolve problems. Essential experience/skills: • Bat survey licence (at least CL17 level 2), experience obtaining bat mitigation licences. • Good ornithological skills, with Annex I/Schedule 1 species survey experience. • Extended Phase 1 Habitat Surveys/PEA, with commensurate botanical knowledge. • Full driving licence, access to own vehicle. • Excellent written and spoken English. • Degree-level education, or equivalent in professional experience and training. • Highly computer-literate, including MS Office. • At least two years in the consultancy sector. Desirable (non-essential) experience/skills: • Expertise and experience in some of the following taxa and disciplines: badger, barn owl, breeding birds, hazel dormouse, GCN, invertebrates, NVC botanical surveys, otter, reptiles, water vole. • Competent in GIS or CAD software. • At least five years in the consultancy sector. • Full or Associate member, or eligible for membership, of CIEEM. • Tree-climbing qualifications and experience. • A range of professional employment demonstrating breadth of character. Salary/benefits: Salary £30k+, negotiable for the right candidate. Working week 40 hours with a flexi-time/TOIL system. We reimburse reasonable expenses at cost, and mileage at 45p. We provide relevant PPE and survey equipment, pension, regular CPD/training, 24 days’ discretionary leave plus statutory holidays. We operate an Equal Opportunities policy. Application: To apply, send a brief email to Chris Gleed-Owen chris@cgoecology.com, attaching a CV focusing on relevant experience, licences and qualifications. The post will be advertised until filled, starting December 2019, or earlier if possible. No agencies.

REF 2331-ONLINE-13/12 Senior Ranger

£21,500 to £23,500 depending on experience Immediate start Permanent position Based at Stanwick Lakes Nature Reserve This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Ranger to join our dynamic team. Based at the Stanwick Lakes Nature Reserve and Countryside Attraction with all the fantastic facilities and activities it has to offer, the purpose of the role will be twofold: to manage the daily requirements of the central hub of the site throughout the busy summer period, ensuring a great experience for our visitors. During the winter your focus will change to managing the wider site in line with the management plan, completing conservation and habitat maintenance. What we do: Stanwick Lakes’ SSSI nature reserve and visitor attraction is managed as a social enterprise by Rockingham Forest Trust, an environmental charity that works to bring wide-ranging community benefits through creating and conserving special green spaces, and exploring local heritage, in ways which educate, involve and inspire. In practice this means bringing people closer to nature, through a variety of activities and events, and showing them how the landscape and traditions have changed over time. What you will do: The site becomes very busy between Easter and September and the Ranger Team focus on ensuring that the summer visitors enjoy their time with us. This will include car parking, litter clearance, educational visits by local schools, infrastructure inspections as well as being the point of contact for the visitors on a daily basis. For the remainder of the year the team focus on the conservation and habitat management of the wider site. Tasks will include reed bed clearance, willow coppicing and project work to ensure the site meets the requirements of the management plan. This will involve working with volunteers, contractors and other organisations from the local area. As the Senior Ranger you will be responsible for ensuring that the day to day requirements of the team are met. Organising the team and ensuring deadlines are met is key to this position. Working closely with the Trust’s External Operations Manager you will be involved with all work carried out by the Ranger Team, across the site. The position would suit an existing Ranger looking to further develop their skill base or an experienced Team Leader looking to work on a SSSI, SPA wetland site in the heart of the Nene Valley. Please complete the application form and email your form and a covering letter to info@rftrust.org.uk by 16 December 2019. Application Pack: Person specification https://c-js.co.uk/2Nl47GG Job description https://c-js.co.uk/2CgH1e7 Application form https://c-js.co.uk/32meHS0

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REF 2332-ONLINE-22/11 Health, Safety and Environment Advisor

We are seeking a committed, outgoing and enthusiastic individual to support our health, safety and environmental management systems across RSPB Cymru. Health, Safety and Environment Advisor Ref: A3051119 Location: North Wales Office Salary: £25,643 to £27,585 per annum Hours: Full time Contract: Permanent The role will involve advising staff and volunteers on health and safety matters across the full range of our operations in the region, which includes nature reserves, membership recruitment, research projects, shops, catering outlets and offices (including our Wales HQ in Cardiff). Our network of fantastic nature reserves covers the whole of Wales and includes Lake Vyrnwy, Ynys-hir, South Stack Cliffs, Conwy and Ramsey Island. The reserves cover almost every type of habitat including uplands, coast, woodland and wetlands. You will also lead the monitoring of environmental management standards as RSPB retains and improves its external accreditation for its environmental management system. A knowledge of or an interest in nature conservation would be an advantage. You will have a pragmatic and problem solving approach to health, safety and wellbeing, and be willing to learn how to deal with a wide range of issues in sometimes challenging and unusual situations. You will be self-reliant, have good interpersonal skills, be IT literate and be willing and able to travel throughout Wales and elsewhere in RSPB when required. We are looking for at least a Technician Member of IOSH or equivalent looking to use your health and safety knowledge in new and challenging situations. Wellbeing is also of significant importance to our RSPB culture and an understanding of the principles of visitor risk management in a countryside context is highly desirable. Welsh language is desirable but not essential for this role. Closing date: 20 November 2019 If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click here https://c-js.co.uk/33qUnjW to be directed to our website.

REF 2333-ONLINE-6/12 Countryside Ranger

Location: Cheshire Salary: £23,836 - £26,999 per annum Hours per week: 37 Cheshire East Council are looking to appoint an enthusiastic person, with a comprehensive understanding of countryside management, and with livestock management experience to join our Countryside Ranger Service. The appointed person must be an excellent team worker, but also confident and able to work alone and show initiative and good decision making. The job includes weekend working on a rota for which an enhanced payment is provided, with rest days during the week. The Countryside Ranger Service manages Cheshire East Council’s countryside portfolio. This includes country parks, trails, local nature reserves, Sites of Special Scientific Interest, picnic areas, paths and visitor centres. Working within the Ranger Service you will be part of an enthusiastic and dedicated team of countryside professionals, developing and carrying out practical countryside and agricultural land management works across our land, and in partnership with others organisations, for the benefit of wildlife and recreational opportunities within the Borough. The purpose of the job is to develop, manage, and maintain countryside recreation and nature conservation sites and facilities within the Borough using a range of recognised best practice countryside management techniques, to ensure high standards of service provision and delivery to the public. This job is primarily although not exclusively, centred on the management of the longhorn cattle herd which are used as a way to improve and promote the ecological diversity of our land. The successful applicant will have an informed and practical knowledge of agricultural practices, including machinery and cattle husbandry. They must be competent and experienced in the day to day herd management including veterinary care and accurate record keeping. The successful applicant must also demonstrate ICT skills and be a confident communicator with colleagues, partner organisations and visitors. Click here https://c-js.co.uk/2Q2umnn to find out more and apply. Closing date 6 December 2019

REF 2334-DIRECT-22/11 JOB CHILDREN’S HOME ACTIVITY INSTRUCTOR

BE4 ? LOC LIVERPOOL PAY Depending on qualifications & experience FOR QUALITY PROTECTS CHILDREN LTD We have been working for over 20 years within the north west, specialising in providing a range of high quality residential child care services, including therapy & education, to support young people aged 8-18, who may present with complex needs. We are particularly keen to develop a range of water-based activities such as canoeing, rafting & sailing, & quals in these would be advantageous, however the right person will have a range of rel skills & exp. We are looking for a skilled, motivated & talented person to assist the Senior Children’s Home Activity Instructor in setting up, delivering & driving this service forward. You will have ideally have worked with young people previously. Full UK driving licence & flexibility to work weekends, evenings & overnights required. Contact Christine Melia headoffice@qpconline.co.uk for an application pack. REF 2335-DIRECT-6/12 JOB ASSISTANT AVICULTURIST

BE4 No closing data at present LOC CARMARTHENSHIRE PAY 13000 – 18000 FOR LANGLEY MEWS FALCONS Based in rural Carmarthenshire, Wales, Langley Mews Falcons is a breeding facility producing racing & hunting falcons for export to the United Arab Emirates. We are looking for someone with a passion for falcons / aviculture to join our small but expanding facility. Experience in breeding falcons is not necessary but you will need to demonstrate the ability to listen, take advice & act on it. You will need to be hard working, have the determination to rise to a challenge & be able to work well within a small team. You will also need to show initiative, adaptability & punctuality. For a detailed job description & application form, please contact Seth Anthony by email: seth@langleymews.co.uk

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REF 2336-DIRECT-22/11 JOB ARBORIST / CLIMBER

BE4 ? LOC NORTH LONDON PAY 23500 – 34000 FOR HARRISONS TREE SERVICE LTD We are looking for enthusiastic and passionate climbers who work to an exceptionally high standard of both safety and quality. You must: be highly motivated and able to work to a high standard of both safety and quality; have a full UK driving licence & a flexible approach to working hours, as required; be prepared to provide out of hours, emergency cover during exceptional circumstances; be a team worker who takes pride in their work and exceptional care of our clients; be experienced in arboriculture; NPTC Level 2 or equiv chainsaw maintenance and cross cutting; NPTC Level 2 or equiv felling and processing trees up to 380mm; NPTC Level 2 or equiv tree climbing and rescue; NPTC Level 2 or equiv aerial cutting of trees with a chainsaw using free-fall techniques. In return, we will offer you a safe and friendly working environment, outstanding work sites and opportunities to progress. CV and cover letter to jade@harrisonstreeservice.co.uk REF 2337-DIRECT-15/11 JOB PROJECT OFFICER

BE4 18/11/19 (4pm) IV 5/12/19 LOC SLATEFORD, EDINBURGH PAY 20000 + 3% pension contr. FOR THE WATER OF LEITH CONSERVATION TRUST Fixed term for 15 months from 6/1/20, possible extension. The main focus of the post will be to deliver the outputs of the funded ‘Community & Wildlife Project’ &, as part of a small staff team, you will also be expected to assist with other areas of the Trust’s work including; group visits, education & staffing of the Visitor Centre which welcomes around 17,000 visitors & 150 visiting groups & schools annually. Our volunteer programmes deliver over 200 river clean-ups & conservation tasks annually along the length of the Water of Leith. We are looking for a suitably qualified, enthusiastic person, with experience of leading conservation tasks, outdoor learning activities & community engagement events. Applicants should have: good general knowledge of urban conservation, river systems & invasive species; degree or relevant qualification; excellent communication skills. Experience in leading practical conservation tasks & outdoor learning activities essential. Driving licence essential. First Aid desirable. Please apply with a CV & covering letter detailing your relevant experience. Email admin@waterofleith.org.uk or call 0131 455 7367 for a more detailed job description. www.waterofleith.org.uk REF 2338-DIRECT-15/11 JOB LANDSCAPE SOLUTIONS – North East Wales Project Officer

BE4 14/11/19 LOC LOGGERHEADS COUNTRY PARK PAY 26317 – 28785 FOR DENBIGHSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL Fixed term to December 2021. Join the Clwydian Range and Dee Valley AONB team to develop and deliver the Landscape Solutions Project for North East Wales which aims to introduce conservation grazing on identified sites across the partnership area, including designated SACs, SSSIs and non-designated wildlife sites that form a network of land with a high nature conservation value which require grazing if they are to be restored and enhanced. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to deliver the project objectives with the ability to enthuse and engage with the farming and local community, volunteers and the wider public. If you would like to discuss any aspect of the post please contact Rachel Jones or David Shiel on 01824 712747 rachel.jones@denbighshire.gov.uk Please apply online via www.denbighshire.gov.uk For alternative methods of applying please contact Customer Services on 01824 706101. REF 2339-DIRECT-22/11 JOB SENIOR LEAD CLIMBERS

BE4 ? LOC WINCHESTER PAY 52000 FOR ARBOR CALL LTD Arbor Call Ltd is an Arb Approved, rapidly expanding company, predominantly covering Hampshire & the surrounding areas. Our work ranges from private gardens, residential & commercial clients through to local authority & nationwide builders. We are looking to recruit full time experienced Senior Lead Climbers on either an employed or self-employed basis. Full PPE & climbing equipment provided, & career progression is encouraged & supported through training opportunities & internal promotion. Preferred skills: at least 3 years’ proven climbing & industry experience; ability to work independently & as part of a team; good communication & customer service skills, positive attitude, self-motivated & with high attention to detail, reliable, punctual & well presented; CS30/31/38/39 (CS40/41 advantageous); full UK driving licence; towing licence (B+E or Pre97 preferred). To apply please submit your CV to enquiries@arborcall.co.uk or contact the office on 01962 840003. REF 2340-DIRECT-22/11 JOB TREE SURGEONS, GROUND CREW

BE4 ? LOC NORTH LONDON PAY 19500 - 28500 + benefits FOR HARRISONS TREE SERVICE LTD Harrisons Tree Service offer a small, happy and welcoming team with plenty of opportunities to sharpen your skills in some prestigious locations. You must: be highly motivated and able to work to a high standard of both safety and quality; have a full UK driving licence; have a flexible approach to working hours, as required; be prepared to provide out of hours, emergency cover during exceptional circumstances; be a team worker who takes pride in their work and exceptional care of our clients; experience or aptitude in arboriculture; have or be willing to work towards NPTC Level 2 or equiv chainsaw maintenance and cross cutting; have or be willing to work towards NPTC Level 2 or equiv felling and processing trees up to 380mm; have or be willing to work towards NPTC Level 2 or equiv tree climbing and rescue. In return, we will offer you a safe and friendly working environment, outstanding work sites and opportunities to progress. CV and cover letter to jade@harrisonstreeservice.co.uk REF 2341-DIRECT-6/12 JOB ARBORICULTURAL MANAGER

BE4 9/12/19 9am LOC KENNINGTON, SE LONDON PAY Competitive, dependent on experience FOR TREES FOR CITIES This role is central to the Trees for Cities’ core mission to deliver urban tree planting projects and the successful candidate will act as the Charity’s main point of contact on arboricultural matters, providing steer and advice to both internal and external audiences. They would not only be responsible for delivering projects, but would also significantly support, identify, scope out and develop new opportunities, particularly at the programme level. We seek someone with strong arboricultural background and proven experience in developing tree planting programmes, good practice in delivering, managing and maintaining environmental projects. They will have a passion for urban trees and healthy cities, together with strong organisational, inter-personal and communication skills. Visit our website https://c-js.co.uk/2Crm00i to view a full job description. Download and complete the application form and submit by email to jobs@treesforcities.org with the subject heading ‘Arboricultural Manager’

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Back in the mid 1990’s there weren’t many options for environmental job seekers other than looking at individual newspapers and contacting individual organisations. CJS made the process a whole lot easier by collating these jobs and putting them in one place. Organisations then realised that CJS was the best place to advertise their jobs because it was the publication for environmental job seekers. Although there are now many more competitors, CJS is the original countryside

jobs service. Thank you CJS and best wishes for your next 25 years! Peter Gilbert, Volunteer Development Officer at Scottish Wildlife Trust

How three words can communicate any rural location what3words is a new global addressing system that has given every 3m square in the world a unique 3 word address. Now, people can refer to any precise location using just three words from the

dictionary. For example, ///officers.barrel.uncouth is the starting point of a popular walking route from Grosmont to Whitby. The company was created after co-founder and CEO Chris Sheldrick felt the struggles of poor addressing in rural areas. Coming from a farming background, Chris recognised that when it comes to describing where things are in the countryside, things can get really complicated. Many places like field entrances, stables and damaged trees have no address at all, and postcodes tend to cover unhelpfully broad areas. “Growing up in rural Hertfordshire, I used to wait by the roadside to flag down delivery vehicles that would otherwise sail past our farm entrance. The fact that we had no simple way to describe an

exact location troubles me to this day. What if a fire had broken out in a barn, or if someone was caught in running machinery?” This summer, many of the UK’s Police, Fire and Ambulance services announced they were using the what3words system to save lives, precious time and much-needed resources. Forces are urging members of the public to download the free what3words app so they can be found more easily in an emergency. The campaign particularly resonated with those living and working in rural communities, where poor addressing remains a daily issue. But as more people become aware of the system, 3 word addresses are steadily helping to make the British countryside less frustrating, more efficient and safer for everyone. Already, what3words has been used many times to effectively get emergency assistance to vulnerable people in remote locations - from lost walkers to injured runners and horse-riders. The system was even used to help Dorset & Wiltshire and Hampshire Fire and Rescue Services rescue a glider pilot, who had crashed up a 40ft tree. For Rural Crime Officers around the country, what3words is also being seen as a major step forward in the reporting and tackling of rural crimes, such as hare coursing, machinery theft

and fly-tipping. Aside from emergency response services, what3words is used by rural communities all across the UK. From the UK Power Networks now accepting 3 word addresses for those reporting issues with power lines, to horse-riding app Huuffe to Lee Valley Park, who’ve placed signs around the park to guide visitors. Farmers like Jeremy Perkins, Livestock Breeder of TwoMills Herd have been quick to embrace the technology. Jeremy has made a record of the 3 word addresses for all his field and farm entrances. He uses what3words to get his locum vet to the exact location of an animal in distress or needing attention.

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He says: “I use a 3 word address to mark the easiest place for my vet to access the remote river meadows where my sheep and cattle handling systems are located. As my home farm is way off the official SatNav postcode what3words was useful when I needed to direct a vet to one of my barns in the middle of the night for a difficult calving.”

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Jon Collins, Senior Landscape Consultant at Maydencroft, struggled to communicate the precise location of trees that needed felling. Now, his team uses what3words to accurately locate these - rather than resorting to printed maps. www.youtube.com/watch?v=tkPRfcvpmzs

Around the world, people are finding more and more ways to use what3words. From the millions of drivers who can use what3words to navigate more accurately in Mercedes-Benz and in Ford vehicles, to those navigating crowded cities using the technology. Its other partners span industries including logistics, e-commerce, automotive and mobility, postal services, humanitarian and emergency services, asset management, travel, and navigation.

How to download what3words

The what3words system is available in 37 languages. Individuals can download the free mobile app at w3w.co/Android and w3w.co/ios or they can access the system at map.what3words.com

Apprenticeships and internships

REF 2342-TRAIN-29/11 Conservation Placements Yorkshire Wildlife Trust

Are you aged 24 or under? Are you looking to grow your career in conservation? If so then we would like to hear from you. The Yorkshire Wildlife Trust has opportunities available at Potteric Carr Nature Reserve (Doncaster), Stirley Community Farm (Huddersfield) and York Head Office We are looking for passionate and motivated young people to join the Tomorrow’s Natural Leaders programme. As part of the programme we help build your practical skills, conservation knowledge, leadership skills and employability in the conservation & environmental sector. This will be achieved through a 3 day week - 8 month placement carrying out a wide range of activities such as; reserves management, habitat restoration, biodiversity monitoring, events management, campaigning, species surveys, livestock management and outreach & education. In return you will receive benefits including a bursary of £250 per month, a £480 training budget and a £500 completion bonus. Applications for this exciting opportunity are open now so please visit https://c-js.co.uk/2Nix8nx, ring the office: 01904 659570 or email joe.wyatt@ywt.org.uk for your chance to be a part of the future in environmental conservation. YWT Company 409650; Charity no. 210807.

REF 2343-TRAIN-15/11 JOB ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION APPRENTICE

BE4 18/11/19 LOC VARIOUS* PAY £163.13 - £307.88 per week FOR NATIONAL TRUST 18 months duration. Possible start date 3/2/20. You will be working as part of the Ranger Team locally delivering our ambitions for the Natural Environment. No previous experience or related knowledge is required. The broad purpose of the occupation is to create a safe environment where the public can enjoy our environments & surrounding land & buildings, whilst protecting the environment, & creating habitats for species to thrive. You will work with contractors, volunteers, & other teams from their organisations. The role will be primarily based outside all year across the specified area. Flexibility on working hours will be required, for example weekend working & events with the public. *Locations: Gibside, Clents Hill, Exmoor, West Yorkshire, Calke Abbey, Saltram, Langdale & Dartmoor. Requirements: good people skills; able to work flexibly as part of a team. May have some knowledge of rel H&S procedures. Able to use tools, equipment as required for the role; full, clean driving licence; commitment to completing the apprenticeship & incorporated qualifications; Empathy for the National Trust; 5 GCSE's grade A*-E (9-2) incl maths & English or equiv. To find out more & apply: https://c-js.co.uk/2ozWbIl

Voluntary Opportunities, Part One: full or part time placements

REF 2344-VOL-22/11 Immersive Volunteer Role

National Trust Ranger team, Black Down Estate, Haslemere, Surrey. c.30 hours per week for a period of 6-12 months (maximum 12 months). The role involves, for example, spending time with the Ranger team across the Black Down Estate, assisting with our events programme, helping to look after the basecamp and the volunteer groups which stay there, maintaining the biomass boiler, coordinating our small-scale sustainable food production by looking after the basecamp vegetable garden and chicken run. The successful candidate would get an opportunity to develop their experience of countryside conservation on an estate with a variety of habitats including woodland, grassland and heathland as well dealing with small herds of in-hand cattle. Our team of immersive volunteer rangers are offered free accommodation in our Speckled Wood Building. They help us to run the estate in a more sustainable way, whilst living in a house constructed from materials that were produced in the woodlands within which they will be living and volunteering. This role will suit people who are looking to develop a career in the countryside management or conservation sector and want to gain practical experience on the ground in a variety of areas. We are looking for people who enjoy being part of a team but are also able to self-manage when on their own. Ideally applicants will have some previous experience and knowledge of countryside management. Appropriate practical qualifications or skills would be an advantage. Detailed job specification available from jo-anne.buckrell@nationaltrust.org.uk Applications: covering letter and CV please to jo-anne.buckrell@nationaltrust.org.uk Application Deadline: 11.00 a.m. on 26 November, 2019 Interview Date: 3 December, 2019

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REF 2345-VOL-29/11 JOB IMMERSIVE VOLUNTEER RANGER BOX HILL & HEADLEY HEATH

BE4 27/11/19 LOC WARREN FARM BARNS, DORKING, SURREY PAY Shared accommodation, training FOR NATIONAL TRUST We are looking for an Immersive Volunteer to join an energetic & innovative team at Box Hill & Headley Heath. Both sites are home to some extremely important & rare habitats, & an experienced & enthusiastic team of volunteers & rangers. This role will suit you if you are: a motivated & enthusiastic individual with the willingness to persevere & use their own initiative, with the ability to embrace new projects & challenges. Interested in gaining experience in countryside management or nature conservation. Looking for a detailed & immersive experience of the National Trust or the sector. Interested in understanding how we care for our special places over time. Interested in volunteering for up to 12 months. Over 18 with a full UK driving licence as driving the National Trust vehicles will be essential to the role. We provide induction, uniform, PPE & training essential to the role. Contact David Benjamins on 07770 887673 or david.benjamins@nationaltrust.org.uk REF F2346-VOL-22/11 JOB EUROPEAN SOLIDARITY CORPS VOLUNTEER ISLAND BIRDS PROJECT

BE4 20/11/19 LOC CROATION ISLANDS / NATURE PARKS PAY All travel & living expenses FOR ASSOCIATION BIOM, BIRDLIFE PARTNER CROATIA 10 months, 1/2/20-30/11/20. Excellent European Solidarity Corps opportunity for 4 young persons (aged 18-30) to gain voluntary experience in carrying out fieldwork for a number of wild bird conservation projects in Croatia and learning to promote nature conservation within the local communities. Applicants must be passionate about nature conservation, have good teamwork skills, be fit and able to live and work in remote locations on challenging terrain, and are ready to step outside of their comfort zone. Successful applicants will be positioned in a series of locations in Croatia including remote islands and the Učka Nature Park. Successful applicants will also be asked to carry out a range of tasks including monitoring seabirds from boats, participation in invasive mammal eradication, bird ringing, and organising and running public engagement activities (including for children). Bird identification skills and driving licence desirable. Ability to communicate in English or Croatian essential. For more information please visit https://c-js.co.uk/2WTawfH

We really struggled to pick just one image this month the entry standard was incredible, eventually we picked two photos Val Gall's red stag just nudged Olivia Massi's seal into second place. Both have won a six month subscription to CJS and Val has taken the main prize this month of a robin

nest box from Wildlife and Countryside Services. The red stag is a beautifully balanced, perfectly composed and in focus image. Every hair is visible, the texture of the antlers and the spikiness of the gorse, even the water running down the lifted stepping foreleg which together with the disrupted reflection in the water below all come together to create a sense of movement in what is a quite serene image. Full size images of both are on our website.

Here to Help is the caption Olivia gave her photo of the seal, it's quite easy to believe that is what the BDLMR medic is saying to the seal whose head tilt gives the impression that they're deep in conversation. This is another perfectly focused, nicely composed image with both medic and seal centre stage but neither overshadowing the other. It seems fitting that flora should follow fauna so the suggested theme for November is Plants and Botany and the prize is membership of Prize: membership to Botanical Society of Britain and Ireland

Find out more about the competition

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Voluntary Opportunities, Part Two: regular or occasional requirement REF 2347-VOLR-OK5 JOB LEARNING VOLUNTEER

BE4 Open LOC GIBSIDE, GATESHEAD PAY Full training & travel expenses FOR NATIONAL TRUST National Trust Gibside are growing their Learning Activities Volunteer Team this winter. Starting in November with our very popular Christmas Trails for primary schools & winter birthday parties programme. We aim to train new volunteers over the winter period to prepare & deliver a range of educational activities to school & community groups throughout 2020. The opportunity to be a volunteer with the Learning Team is a fantastic opportunity to develop outdoor education skills & would be ideal for anyone who has worked in education or is interested in developing the skills necessary for a career in education. This volunteer role is open to people from lots of backgrounds. For example, you may be looking to share a skill from your prev education / employment or be looking to develop new skills & experience, or just eager to be outdoors in a busy activity focused environment. Time commitment: full & half days. For more information: gibsidestablesldc@nationaltrust.org.uk

Celebrating the #PowerOfYouth this #iwillWeek Young people aren't just the leaders of tomorrow. They have the skills, energy and ideas to change society for the better today. That's why the #iwill campaign, comprised of over 10000 organisations from across the UK, aims to make participation in social action – such as volunteering, campaigning or fundraising - the norm for young people aged 10 to 20. Young people are passionate about the environment. In their communities, young people want to feel safe and proud of spaces in which they spend time and socialise with family and friends. On a global level, young people are worried about environmental challenges that threaten their future. Results from the National Youth Social Action survey show that there is a strong appetite from young people to engage in environmental social action, particularly to protect animals and wildlife. By utilising their talents, entrepreneurialism and creativity, young people can and should be a key part of the solution to environmental threats. To coincide with the Government’s plans to make 2019 a “Year of Green Action”, this year the #iwill campaign has launched #iwill4nature: a partnership between young people and organisations to grow participation in high quality environmental youth social action. We want organisations to understand and champion the vital role that young people can play in supporting and improving the environment, and to embed youth social action into their work and long-term strategies. To find out more about how you can support green youth social action, visit www.iwill.org.uk. You can also join forces with #iwill campaign partners to celebrate the #PowerOfYouth during #iwillWeek, 18-24th November, where organisations and young people from across the UK will be shining a spotlight on the variety of ways in which young people are making a positive difference to others and the environment. To find out more on how you can you get involved, visit https://www.iwill.org.uk/iwill-week-2019

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Employment and careers 2019 Arboriculture and Horticulture Results Published - Arboricultural Association The results of the Arboriculture sector skills survey carried out in Spring 2019 have now been published. The new report provides evidence of many long-term issues facing the sector. The survey found that most Arboricultural businesses expect environmental opportunities and Health & Safety to be the main driver of change within the industry, as well as shortages of skills, particularly at technical and supervisor level, and access to labour which many within the sector are already experiencing. The key results include:

Arboriculture is facing a skills shortage. Primarily in skilled professional and technical occupations and supervisory positions. Recruits to the sector often lack basic skills.

Growth is being restrained by the availability of skilled staff

There is low take up of apprenticeship schemes by the industry

Most Arboricultural businesses, being micro or small sized, do not understand apprenticeship offerings nor the available apprenticeship funding.

Environmental Awareness and Soft Skills are cl early identified as key training areas going forward.

There is a lack of appropriate training provision and a lack of signposting to existing training provision. Skills and Labour Issues Highlighted

Skills and labour issues are of key concern for the entire sector in the near to medium term. There are significant skills issues (skills gaps and shortages) which were highlighted by the sector through the survey and workshops and which need to be addressed for both the sector as a whole and for specific sub-sectors.

Arboriculture-skills shortages

There is an overall shortage of apprentices in the industry. Recruiting apprentices is relatively easy, their retention proves more difficult. This may be related to little awareness of the true nature of the profession and its physical demands. Aspiring candidates seem to be aware of exciting Arb features like climbing, but underestimate the physical demands and menial tasks involved. Work ethics and behaviours are also issues.

Knowledge of the sector and the knowledge of trees should be promoted in schools and teachers should be engaged as well. Horticulture skills should be included in career days. The pathways and career progression routes and a pride in the profession also should be promoted.

Read the Arboriculture subsector report (pdf)

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Scientific Research, Results and publications Gannets learn to hunt by following their elders - University of Glasgow Gannets, the largest seabirds in the North Atlantic, can travel hundreds of miles from their homes just to catch food for their chicks. However, with around a million square miles of ocean to choose from, it has always been a mystery how they decide where is best to search for fish. Now, new research led by the University of Glasgow and published today in the Journal of Avian Biology, offers new insights into why these iconic shaped seabirds choose to hunt the way they do. Scientists recorded thousands of gannets commuting to and from the Bass Rock, in the outer part of the Firth of Forth in Eastern Scotland. The Bass Rock houses the world’s largest northern gannet colony, with an estimated 75,300 breeding pairs calling it home.

Flock of gannets over Bass Rock (image: Adrian Kirby / pixabay)

They found that travelling as part of a flock appeared to be about more than just gaining aerodynamic benefits. The researchers were able to show that the more experienced adult birds were often found at the front of commuting flocks, with younger birds following behind. The results add weight to the theory that gannets learn to hunt by following their elders. Dr Ewan Wakefield from the University of Glasgow’s Institute of Biodiversity, Animal Health and Comparative Medicine, said: “Our research offers a more detailed insight into how and why gannets search for food in the way they do. With such a large expanse of ocean to choose from it has always been a mystery as to how they know where fish are most likely to be found.

Read the paper: Wakefield, E. D., Furness, R. W., Lane, J. V., Jeglinski, J. W. and Pinder, S. J. (2019), Immature gannets

follow adults in commuting flocks providing a potential mechanism for social learning. J Avian Biol, 50:. doi:10.1111/jav.02164

Puffins making poor diet choices when the chips are down - University of Southampton A new study has shown that Britain’s puffins may struggle to adapt to changes in their North Sea feeding grounds and researchers are calling for better use of marine protection areas (MPAs) to help protect the country’s best known seabirds. Britain’s coasts support globally important populations of many species of seabird, but they face many challenges as their

established habitats change. puffin with fish (James Glen / Pixabay) Scientists at the University of Southampton and the Centre for Ecology & Hydrology studied the diet and distribution of Atlantic puffins and razorbills on the Isle of May National Nature Reserve, off the coast of southeast Scotland. They studied the seabirds’ over-winter feeding habits and found that during the 2014 to 2015 winter, when conditions were good, both species foraged close to their breeding colony eating a diet consisting mostly of lipid-rich fish such as sandeels. However in the 2007 to 2008 winter, conditions were not as good and the small fish populations were mainly concentrated further out in the southern North Sea. Whilst the razorbills flew further away from the breeding colony in order to maintain their healthy diet, the puffins stayed closer in, eating a poorer quality diet of crustacea, polychaete worms and snake pipefish. The researchers found that fewer birds survived to return to the colony in

the spring of 2008 compared to 2015, with puffins being more severely affected than razorbills.

Read the paper: St. John Glew, K., Wanless, S., Harris, M.P. et al. Sympatric Atlantic puffins and razorbills show contrasting

responses to adverse marine conditions during winter foraging within the North Sea. Mov Ecol 7, 33 (2019) doi:10.1186/s40462-019-0174-4 (open access)

Evolving deer give birth earlier as climate warms - University of Edinburgh Red deer on a Scottish island are providing scientists with some of the first evidence that wild animals are evolving to give birth earlier in the year as the climate warms. Genetic changes to red deer on the Isle of Rum – located off the west coast of Scotland – have played a key role in a rapid shift in birth dates in recent years, new research shows.

(image: University of Edinburgh) Previous studies have shown that the deer have been giving birth earlier since the 1980s, at a rate of about three days per decade, partly due to the effects of warmer temperatures on the deer’s behaviour and physiology. Genetic evolution Now, a team involving Edinburgh scientists has revealed that genetic changes caused by natural selection – the theory of evolution developed by Charles Darwin – are also involved. The study provides a rare example of evolution happening quickly enough to be detected over only a few decades. “This is one of the few cases where we have documented evolution in action, showing that it may help populations adapt to climate warming.” Dr Timothée Bonnet Australian National University The team made the discovery using field records and genetic data collected on Rum over a 45-year period since 1972.

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Female red deer – called hinds – give birth to a single calf each year, and those that reproduce earlier in the year have more offspring over their lifetime, researchers say. Their findings show that this is partly because of an association between the genes that make hinds give birth earlier and higher overall reproductive success. As a result, genes for breeding earlier have become more common in the Rum deer population over time. “Long-term studies of individual lifetimes are one of the few ways to understand how populations respond to environmental change and how to manage its effects.” Professor Josephine PembertonSchool of Biological Sciences Nature reserve The Isle of Rum National Nature Reserve is managed by Scottish Natural Heritage.

Scientific Publications Philipp H.Boersch-Supan, Amanda E.Trask, Stephen R.Baillie, Robustness of simple avian population trend models for semi-structured citizen science data is species-dependent Biological Conservation doi.org/10.1016/j.biocon.2019.108286 Gonçalves da Silva, A. , Barendse, W. , Kijas, J. , England, P. R. and Hoelzel, A. R. (2019), Genomic data suggest environmental drivers of fish population structure in the deep sea; a case study for the orange roughy (Hoplostethus atlanticus). J Appl Ecol. Accepted Author Manuscript. doi:10.1111/1365-2664.13534

Sustainability, Pollution and Climate Change Microplastics, microbeads and single-use plastics poisoning sea life and affecting humans - United Nations Each year, an estimated eight million tonnes of plastic end up in the ocean – equivalent to a full garbage truck dumped into the sea every minute - the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) said on Monday 4 November. Between 60 to 90 per cent of the litter that accumulates on shorelines, the surface and the sea floor is made up of plastic. The most common items are cigarette butts, bags, and food and beverage containers. Consequently, marine litter harms over 800 marine species, 15 of which are endangered. And plastic consumed by marine species enters the human food chain through fish consumption. Alarmingly, in the last 20 years, the proliferation of microplastics, microbeads and single-use plastics have made this problem even more pronounced. Most people associate marine plastic pollution with what they can see along coastlines or floating on sea surfaces. But microplastics and microbeads pose a hidden challenge as they are out of sight and, therefore, out of mind.

Trash at a beach in Bali where the UN Environment Programme launched the Clean Seas Campaign.

(image: UNEP/Shawn Heinrichs) Clean Seas Campaign “What’s in Your Bathroom?”, UNEP asked on Monday, as part of a campaign to raise awareness on the harm caused by plastics in personal care products and shifts that can be made to reduce plastic footprints. UNEP launched the Clean Seas Campaign in 2017 to galvanize a global movement that tackles single-use plastics and microbeads. Now in its second phase, it is shining a light on specific aspects of marine litter, such as plastic pollution generated by the cosmetic industry.

Microbeads have been banned in England and Scotland since June 2018

World leading microbeads ban comes into force - defra Ban on the sale of products containing microbeads comes into effect.

LGA – Clearer labelling and higher charges for hard to recycle products needed to help boost recycling rates - Local Government Association “Councils want to increase recycling rates. Clearer labelling and increased charges for hard to recycle products would help councils, manufacturers and the public be part of a vital recycling revolution."

Clearer labelling on all products, increased charges for hard to recycle products and measures to force producers to pay the full cost of disposing of their waste are needed to help councils boost recycling rates and tackle a growing environmental crisis, the Local Government Association says today. (image: LGA) The LGA said councils have used successful initiatives to try and help increase recycling rates in their local areas, maintaining them at the current national rate of around 45 per cent in recent years, against a target of recycling at least 50 per cent of household waste by 2020. It says recycling labels on packaging are often unclear and conflicting, resulting in many recyclables ending up in landfill and preventing manufacturers being able to use recyclable materials. Research by one council alone shows that more than 40 per cent of

household rubbish it sends to landfill could be recycled, but there are more than 20 different recycling labels in the UK that can appear on packaging. The LGA says that clearer labelling would make it easier for people to know what can be recycled and increase recycling rates. The LGA is also calling for the next government to commit to measures to charge manufacturers more to cover the end of life costs to councils of packaging that is more difficult to recycle, which would encourage manufacturers to switch to recyclable alternatives.

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The Countryside Alliance responds to the latest Government statistics on fly-tipping - Countryside Alliance Today's statistics by the government, which were collated by the Environment Agency, reveal that fly-tipping has increased by 8% in England. This amounts, overall, to over 1 million instances in 2018/19. The Countryside Alliance has longed campaigned on the blight that is fly-tipping and lobbied for these figures to be released annually. Responding to the new figures, Sarah Lee, Head of Policy at the Countryside Alliance said: "Fly-tipping has been a serious issue in the countryside, and there is no quick fix but it is an issue many people feel strongly about and they want to see stronger enforcement action taken by the police and local authorities. The UK has a fly-tipping and litter problem and in 2018-2019 there were 1,072,000 incidents of fly-tipping in England, the equivalent of nearly 122 incidents every hour, and at a cost to local authorities of £12.9 million." The Countryside Alliance calls for:

Improved access to Civic Amenity sites: extension of opening hours; locations; and overhaul and standardisation of admission policies, to encourage lawful disposal of waste.

Greater support for landowners: anti-fly-tipping measures; utilisation of comprehension orders; and closer working relationships with local authorities in recognition to particular problems caused by waste fly-tipped on private land.

Increased investment in education: raise awareness of responsibility amongst individuals and businesses.

Tougher penalties on perpetrators: imposing and enforcing penalties which better reflect the seriousness of the crime, such as seizing vehicles used to fly-tip, is vital.

You can see the full statistics here.

Environmental Education, Recreation and Health Cross-party MP report hails health & wellbeing benefits of London’s Green Belt - CPRE A new report by a cross-party Parliamentary group shows that London’s Metropolitan Green Belt not only protects against urban sprawl but also provides vital countryside on our doorstep for health and well-being benefits, including:

26, 267 hectares of Sites of Special Scientific Interest

5,400 hectares of local nature reserves;

44% of London’s Wildlife Trust sites;

10,000km of public rights of way for use by walkers, cyclists and horse riders; and

An area of which one quarter (24%) is designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty; A new report by the All-Party Parliamentary Group for London’s Green Belt shows that the London Metropolitan Green Belt (LMGB) not only protects against urban sprawl, it’s also the ‘countryside on our doorstep’, containing much of the capital’s natural reserves and wildlife, which is vital for Londoners to spend time in for their health and well-being. Findings highlight the value of ‘green-prescribing’ and the positive impact of the Green Belt on people’s mental health, physical well-being, local food production, and the capital’s ability to address the climate emergency, such as supporting the target’s set out in the Government’s 25 Year Environment Plan. However, despite these benefits, research also shows that the purpose of London’s Green Belt is under threat from new housing development

Access the report from here.

New research competition challenges 11-19 year olds to help save the UK’s bumblebees – Bumblebee Conservation Trust School and college students across the UK are being challenged to generate new scientific discoveries that could be used to help protect the country’s struggling bumblebees, though a competition being run by the Bumblebee Conservation Trust, with

support from the National Lottery Heritage Fund. Volunteers gather vital data about bumblebees on a BeeWalk survey (Bumblebee Conservation Trust) As part of the conservation charity’s Big BeeWalk Data Research Competition – which runs from 5 November 2019 to 7 February 2020 – hundreds of thousands of bumblebee records gathered over the past decade are being made available to students for the first time. Those taking part will have access to the records of almost 400,000 bumblebees, gathered since 2010 through the Trust’s BeeWalk national recording scheme. This citizen science survey – in which volunteers identify and count bumblebees they see while walking the same route monthly from March to October – builds a national picture of bumblebee health, and provides early warning of declines. The vast set of BeeWalk data includes information on different bumblebee species and factors such as the weather, location, habitat type, and time of day of sightings – allowing a huge range of new and different research

questions to be analysed, from how temperature affects bumblebee behaviour to how availability of specific plants can increase bumblebee numbers. “By drawing on our unique BeeWalk data and using fresh thinking to design their own innovative research projects, students will be able to get involved in real-life science and develop skills desirable to universities – while potentially producing findings that could be used to boost practical conservation action to help bumblebees,” said Andy Benson, Education Officer at the Bumblebee Conservation Trust.

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New report shows how nature nurtures children - The Wildlife Trusts The Wildlife Trusts call for every child to have a daily one-hour nature boost The Wildlife Trusts commissioned a study by the Institute of Education at UCL to evaluate the impact that experiencing nature has upon children. The study focused on over 450 primary school children and the effects of Wildlife Trust-led activities on their wellbeing. This is one of the largest studies into the effects of outdoor activities on children’s wellbeing and views about nature. Overall, the research revealed that children’s wellbeing increased after they had spent time connecting with nature: the children showed an increase in their personal wellbeing and health over time, and they showed an increase in nature connection and demonstrated high levels of enjoyment. The children also gained educational benefits as well as wider personal and social benefits:

90% of children felt they learned something new about the natural world

79% felt that their experience could help their school work

After their activities 84% of children felt that they were capable of doing new things when they tried

79% of children reported feeling more confident in themselves

81% agreed that they had better relationships with their teachers

79% reported better relationships with their class-mates

One of the UK’s largest youth-led environmental programmes is calling young people to take part in Outdoor Classroom Day this Thursday - Our Bright Future Our Bright Future, a partnership of 31 projects across the UK, is calling young people to spend an hour of their school day outdoors, this Thursday (7 November), in order to improve wellbeing and engage with nature.

three-quarters of UK children spend less time outdoors than prison inmates

children from families with lower incomes tend to have fewer opportunities to engage with nature than children from families with a higher income. This makes their need for improved access to nature through the school curriculum significantly greater

studies have shown that increasing time spent outdoors reduces children’s infectious diseases (colds, sore throats etc) by 80%

youth led environmental programme, Our Bright Future, is calling on young people to take part in Outdoor Classroom Day

Following consultation with 300 young people from across the programme, Our Bright Future found that 11-24 year olds wanted to campaign for more time spent learning in and about nature. To make this a reality the programme is calling on policy makers to produce guidance to schools stating that at least an hour of lesson time per day should be spent outdoors.

Grants and funding Rural businesses to benefit from £35m government fund - defra Grants of up to £750,000 available to rural firms to boost productivity and create local jobs Rural businesses across the country are set to benefit from a guaranteed £35 million in government funding to create new jobs, boost tourism, and unlock growth in rural areas. This figure could be increased to £50 million if there are enough high-quality applications. The government’s Growth Programme, which opens for expressions of interest on Monday 4 November, provides grants for rural start-ups and businesses to purchase state-of-the-art equipment and machinery to grow their business or open up opportunities for tourism. The scheme has already granted £99 million to 546 local businesses across England, creating 3,771 new jobs in rural areas. Paul Caldwell, Chief Executive of the Rural Payments Agency, said: "The Growth Programme provides funding to the 98% of the rural economy in England that isn’t directly engaged in farming. From heritage railways to creameries and vineyards, small and micro-businesses have benefited from the investment available under the Growth Programme in recent years. We are looking to support applications from businesses with ambitious plans to grow their business and provide wider benefits to their local community. I would urge all interested applicants to submit their expressions of interest as soon as possible to ensure they have plenty of time to complete a full application if their project is assessed to be eligible."

Government launches new scheme to boost tree-planting - defra & Forestry Commission £50 million Woodland Carbon Guarantee scheme will encourage farmers and landowners to plant more trees and help to tackle climate change The government today (Monday 4 November) launched a £50 million scheme to help boost tree-planting rates. The new Woodland Carbon Guarantee will encourage farmers and landowners to plant more trees and create new woodland in return for payments as those trees grow. It gives land managers in England the long-term financial income they need to invest in carbon sequestration - the process by which trees lock up and store carbon from the atmosphere. Successful participants will be offered the option to sell Woodland Carbon Units to the government over 35 years at a guaranteed price set by auction, providing new income for land managers who help businesses compensate for their carbon emissions. Trees are a precious natural asset and, as a natural carbon sink, are a vital part of the fight against climate change. Woodlands and forests will play an important role in the UK’s efforts to hit net zero carbon emissions by 2050, which is why the government is committed to planting 11 million trees by 2022. Funding for this scheme was announced by HM Treasury in the 2018 Autumn Budget. By planting more trees and creating new woodland, land managers also provide a range of other ecosystem benefits such as preventing flood risk, soil conservation and boosting biodiversity.

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Over 700,000 free trees for communities – Woodland Trust Nearly three quarters of a million trees are winging their way across the UK as part of the Woodland Trust’s Big Climate Fightback. Almost 4,000 schools and community groups will be taking delivery of the free saplings over the next two weeks, and while each group has its own reasons for planting, every tree will count towards the Trust’s campaign to help tackle climate change. The Big Climate Fightback aims to get more than a million people to pledge to plant a tree on the run up to a mass day of planting across the UK on November 30. Everyone that applied for a tree pack will be added to the list of pledges. John Tucker, director of woodland outreach at the Woodland Trust said: “Tree planting has never been higher on the social and political agenda. From school children to MPs, people are waking up to the message that trees are a big part of the solution to tackling climate change. Trees absorb carbon dioxide and produce oxygen, as well as filtering out other harmful pollutants from the air that we all breathe. Quite simply we need more of them. The government has committed to act on the Committee on Climate Change recommendations and legislate for net zero emissions by 2050. To do this we need to plant 50 million trees each year. The Woodland Trust is pleased to be sending out this huge number of trees to schools and community groups that are eager to get planting and be part of the Big Climate Fightback.”

And finally there's £100,000 on offer for three charities, all they need is your vote:

Vote now to help us receive £100k say - Bat Conservation Trust To celebrate the 20th anniversary of Animal Friends Pet Insurance, last year they donated a massive £100,000 to the charity StreetVets. In December 2018, the public voted for StreetVets, who deliver free veterinary care to the homeless and their dogs from a short list of three animal charities. The award-winning practice currently provides assistance in 15 areas of the UK. This year we are excited that we are through to the public round of voting in the Animal Friends £100K giveaway. We are up against Whale and Dolphin Conservation and Four Paws – both worthy charities but we love BATS! Thank you to everyone who helped to get us selected as one of the three finalists who could potentially win a £100K donation from Animal Friends Pet Insurance.

Also through to the final three are Whale and Dolphin Conservation: We’re through to the final

for the ‘100k Giveaway’ Because of our incredible supporters, we’ve made it through to the grand final of the Animal Friends Pet Insurance ‘£100k giveaway’. We’re in with a real chance of securing a game-changing donation that could genuinely make all the difference in our fight to end captivity.

To vote for any of the three chosen charities click here. Voting closes on 24 November.

Wildlife News Rare hazel dormice prepare for winter sleep as National Trust asks public to help this endangered species - National Trust The National Trust is today calling on people to assist struggling dormice in a bid to boost numbers of the endangered species. While dormice are typically found in rural areas, there are a few simple things people can do to encourage the elusive animals, particularly if they live near a wood. Allowing bramble to grow, leaving ivy on trees and piling up logs can all help, according to the conservation charity, which is also asking people to report any sightings. Hazel dormice populations in the UK have fallen by around a third since 2000 and are now extinct in 17 English counties. Habitat loss is believed to be the main reason for the decline, but increasingly warm winters are also having a negative effect, with dormice awaking from hibernation too early and hazel trees, their main habitat, showing signs of stress. Rangers on the wooded Cotehele Estate in Cornwall found this sleepy pair during their monthly monitoring check of the local dormouse population, conducted each year from April to October. George Holmes, Lead Ranger at the National Trust, said: “Finding a snoring dormouse inside a nesting box is an amazing feeling – they’re such gentle and charismatic creatures. Sadly, they’re so rare now that most people will never see one in their lifetime. We’re working hard to improve numbers on the estate. Dormice are a key indicator species of the health of a woodland – so if the dormice are thriving, chances are other wildlife is too. Everyone can do their bit to encourage dormice and other wildlife, whether it’s by letting the ivy grow on a tree in your garden or stacking up a pile of logs as shelter.”

Glimmers of hope for UK's wild birds - BTO Published today, the Wild Bird Populations in the UK, 1970-2018 report shows that after years of decline, and despite a poor

2018 breeding season, there are the signs of recovery for at least some of our wild birds. The Wild Bird Populations in the UK 1970-2018 report is an annual stocktake of a suite of species groups, termed 'indicators', of which farmland, woodland, breeding wetland, wintering wetland and seabirds are included. Song Thrush by Edmund Fellowes/BTO The indicators are intended to broadly reflect the environmental condition of different landscapes and these are presented alongside an 'all species indicator', which is made up of trends for 130 different widespread bird species. The 'all species' indicator shows that over the long-term (1970-2018), positives and negatives are balanced - with 29% of species on the up and 28% experiencing decline. The short-term trend, 2012-2017 delivers a similar story, with 35% of those species increasing and 33% decreasing.

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It will come as no surprise that our farmland birds are not doing very well at all but there are signs of recovery here too. The long-term picture is still pretty grim, with 62% of the species monitored, 19 in all, showing a decline. However, the short-term picture is more positive with 32% of farmland bird species showing an increase in their populations, 42% stable and 26% falling between 2012 and 2018. Within the farmland group, Skylark, Corn Bunting, Reed Bunting and Linnet populations have all shown short-term increases and Tree Sparrow, Starling, Lapwing and Kestrel have all remained stable over the five-year period. Grey Partridge populations are still in decline and showing no sign of recovery.

And finally finishing the week with an "aw!" One big happy family! First footage of mother otter and cubs delights wildlife lovers - South Downs National Park Adorable footage of a mother otter and her two cubs provides the first definitive proof that the iconic creatures are breeding on the River Meon. Thought to be locally extinct in Hampshire until a few years ago, the incredible video is further evidence of reductions in river

pollution that is allowing the secretive mammals to thrive. The otter family was captured under the cover of darkness by a wildlife camera installed by the South Downs National Park Authority. The mother, with gleaming bright eyes, is seen climbing on to a raft – a device used to monitor river-dwelling species. Her two curious cubs are then seen following in her tracks before the trio glide back into the water. image: Karen Arnold / pixabay) Monitoring the wildlife camera was Dave Strutt, who is a Volunteer Ranger for the South Downs National Park. Dave, who lives in Horndean, said: “We have a few of these wildlife cameras dotted around the Meon Valley and we sometimes see foxes, badgers, deer and hare. “To see an otter is incredibly rare – let alone a mum and her two cubs. After watching hours and hours of waving leaves and reeds, it was a delightful moment to see this otter family appear on the screen. It’s a rare treat for any nature lover!”

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