Susan's Farm is now recruiting a new part-time member of staff (3 days/week) to deliver our adult care farming education programmes. You will be responsible for designing and delivering these programmes to our communities, to an agreed target.

Appleby Creamery is seeking a self-motivated individual who can also work as part of a team, the job involves food handling and full training will be provided both on and off the job. The cheese making process involves working with some semi-automated equipment, pumps, pipework and valves, quite a…

Volunteers are sought to help with selling Susan's Farm produce at Farmers' Markets, events and pop up stalls. If you like people and you are enthusiastic about "you are what you eat ", the importance of eating locally sourced organic produce and enjoy cooking this could be the ideal volunteering…

Up Skill Down Dale is a programme for people aged 18 to 29 who want to learn new skills to help them begin a career in the environment. Every April participants join a year-long supported programme with other like-minded people to explore a range of exclusive volunteering and training…

Mycelium Thinking CIC is an emergent network of artists, dreamers, and change-makers. We believe that deeper connectedness, within our inner landscapes, outer landscapes, & each other, can co-create the healthier networks needed to support a more just & flourishing future. We know the…

Mycelium Thinking CIC is an emergent network of artists, dreamers, and change-makers. We believe that deeper connectedness, within our inner landscapes, outer landscapes, & each other, can co-create the healthier networks needed to support a more just & flourishing future. We know the…

Could you become a Volunteer Ambassador? Volunteering makes a real difference to us - much of our work is only possible because of the help we receive from our volunteers. We're recruiting a team of people to help support a variety of events this summer - from country shows to festivals and we'd…

Volunteer with West Cumbria Rivers Trust. Sometimes we need help with general admin tasks such as updating the website, inputting data and maintaining equipment.

Volunteer with West Cumbria Rivers Trust. As the Spring showers begin toads/frogs make their way back to their ponds to mate. Unfortunately, often these journeys require amphibians to cross the road at night, which can be pretty dangerous. Join us on a wet spring evening to collect toads on the…

Volunteer with West Cumbria Rivers Trust. Before we can plant wildflowers on previously degraded land it needs a bit of TLC through various methods to prepare the soil.

Volunteer with West Cumbria Rivers Trust. Himalayan balsam is an invasive non-native species that grows throughout the summer months. It takes over riparian areas to reduce biodiversity and increase flood risk. In the summer months we work to pull it up (an easy task!).

The Engagement Trainee will assist in the coordination and delivery of events and activities, whilst developing their skills and confidence of working with communities and the environmental sector.

Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard, Landbased Service Engineering Technician. Imagine working on a piece of high-tech equipment like a CLAAS LEXION combine, one of the largest output combine harvesters in the world. Equipped with a powerful 790hp engine, advanced GPS steering, field scanning…

Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard, Trade Supplier. Dive into the world of agricultural parts management and customer service with the Parts Retail Apprenticeship at CLAAS UK. Learn to navigate the complexities of inventory for cutting-edge machinery, develop expert customer service skills, and become…

The farm is a 100 acre organic upland farm situated on Hadrian's Wall in North Cumbria. We also run a self catering cottage and provide meals for the local primary school using produce from our no-dig veg plot where we can. Volunteers would be very welcome to help with tasks such as tending the…

2 acres includes historic botanic garden, greenhouse, woodland, veg. garden, pools, with spectacular views. Restoration ongoing. Bees kept. I need help with maintenance and new ideas, woodland trail, bringing the rock garden back to its original high standard. It has connections to William…

Our farm has been a very traditional Lake District farm for at least the last 100 years. I took on responsibility seven years ago, and we are trying to renovate the farm along traditional lines, replanting hedges, mending dry stone walls, bringing back mixed grazing and a sustainable farm…

Join our workparty for general maintenance work. We'll be doing all kinds of tasks depending on what needs doing so you may find yourself tree staking, checking tubes and ties, removing tubes, grass weeding, path clearance, hedge trimming or plug planting for example.Various dates and locations -…

Assistant Farm Manager, Level 4. The Assistant farm manager will assist in the management at every stage, from the breeding for livestock, during the production of the livestock through to either farm gate sale or direct supply to the consumer. They will consider human, plant and animal health and…

If you would like to join as a volunteer and offer any of your skills, such as Fundraising, IT support, Learning about the breed and hill farmers, or Trustee, then we would love to hear from you and aid us in building our growing team who find it a varied and rewarding experience.

Right now, the farming and growing industry is more important than ever. With a key part to play in food security, sustainability and animal welfare, a career here will put you in the centre of positive change. From an introduction to the sustainable food production process to a deep dive into…

Admin & Social Media Helpers at Animal Concern Cumbria. Admin is a varied and diverse role with a variety of tasks helping the operational side run smoothly.

Gardening and Maintenance Helpers at Animal Concern Cumbria. Our Centre sits in a lovely rural setting. The quiet aspect is good helping reduce stress and anxieties for our animals during their stay in our care.

Kennel & Canine Helpers. Volunteers form a vital part of our team, assisting in our roles. Training, support & guidance is given & a member of staff is always on hand. Anyone under the age of 18 years needs to be accompanied by a responsible adult, this person must be associated to the individual…

Cattery / Feline volunteers. Volunteers form a vital part of our team, assisting in our roles. Training, support & guidance is given & a member of staff is always on hand. Anyone under the age of 18 years needs to be accompanied by a responsible adult, this person must be associated to the…

Do you enjoy chatting to people? Welcome new members to Cumbria Wildlife Trust over the phone at our office in Plumgarths. We are looking for a friendly volunteer who is happy to chat over the phone, to join our Membership Development Team. You would be calling people who have recently joined…

We welcome school students wanting placements and the occasional older student needing hours etc before going to uni. These are normally a week's placement and there are relevant forms to complete on the website before applying. The work experience is open to anyone, and is from 9am to 1pm each day…

We welcome school students wanting placements and the occasional older student needing hours etc before going to uni. These are normally a week's placement and there are relevant forms to complete on the website before applying. The work experience is open to anyone, and is from 9am to 1pm each day…

Get the micro-volunteering bug today and join the biggest citizen’s science project that National Parks have ever undertaken. Look Wild uses a free nature identification app that will name plants and animals for you and contribute to a huge National Park-led project at the same time. It’s free to…

Our Young Rangers programme offers a unique opportunity for young people aged 14 to 18 years to get involved in practical conservation volunteering. Young Rangers activities take place every month on a Sunday and are led by experienced Rangers from a several partner organisations including the…

The South Lakes property in the Lake District is one of the most diverse, interesting and challenging properties in the whole of The National Trust. Millions of people visit the Lakes every year and one of our key challenges is how to connect more and better with these people, from all round the…

Volunteering on the Steam Yacht Gondola is a unique experience. Volunteers get involved with virtually all aspects of life on Gondola as a crew member, from welcoming people on board to keeping the vessel fit for sailing.

Bowe Barn is a converted barn just outside Keswick, and it's the estate office for all the rangers and others who work and volunteer in Borrowdale, Buttermere Valley, Ennerdale and the Whitehaven Coast. It's the office from where we care for 17,000 hectares of beautiful Lake District open…

Volunteering as part of a team, Countryside volunteers help look after, improve and protect special outdoor places so that nature and wildlife can thrive and everyone can enjoy Windermere.

Our House Experience Volunteers add the sparkle to any visit – giving everyone a warm welcome, bringing stories from Townend to life and helping people get the best out of their day. The Brownes of Townend were just an ordinary farming family, but their home and belongings bring to life over 400…

You will lead an engaging tour through the estate to inspire visitors by sharing the fascinating industrial heritage at Acorn Bank, and it’s place in the landscape and history. Industrial Heritage Tour Guides play a vital role in delivering inspiring and enjoyable introductory tours around the…

Our Visitor Welcome volunteers create a positive first impression with a warm welcome; helping all visitors get all they need from their visit. You’ll also help us provide a personalised thank you, leaving people with a positive lasting impression.

Volunteering as part of a team, Coast & Countryside volunteers help look after, improve and protect special outdoor places so that nature and wildlife can thrive and everyone can enjoy Ullswater.

Veterinary Nursing Level 3 Apprenticeship. Veterinary nursing is the supportive care of animals receiving treatment within a veterinary practice. A veterinary nurse works as a member of the veterinary team, providing expert nursing care for sick animals. Veterinary nurses also play a significant…

Landscape Supervisor Level 3 Apprenticeship. A Landscape Supervisor can be employed to oversee work in public parks and gardens, green spaces and historic gardens, private gardens and estates or in production nurseries and retail outlets. Many businesses will be specialised in their activities,…

Landscape Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship. This qualification is suitable for anyone working in a landscape construction (hard landscape) industry this includes the establishment of hard surfaces & structures in addition to the establishment of plants in cultivated areas and therefore focuses on…

Land-based Service Engineer (LBSE) Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship. LBSE Technicians typically work on site utilising their own initiative in a customer facing role. They are often called upon to mentor and supervise junior colleagues and dispense advice to customers on machinery selection. This…

Land-based Service Engineer Level 2 Apprenticeship: LBSE Service Engineers will typically work on the employers’ premises under supervision and where appropriate and safe to do so work on their own initiative. They work on a diverse range of tasks and machinery, plant and equipment specific to…

Horticulture Supervisor Level 3 Apprenticeship. A horticulture supervisor can be employed to oversee work in public parks and gardens, green spaces and historic gardens, private gardens and estates or in production nurseries and retail outlets. Many businesses will be specialised in their…

Horticulture Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship. This qualification is suitable for anyone working in a horticulture/soft landscaping industry including the establishment and maintenance of plants and cultivated area and therefore focuses on plant propagation and plant growth. The work is generally…

Candidates for this Level 3 Farriery Apprenticeship Standard must be at least 16 years of age however there is no upper age limit. Candidates must serve a period of Apprenticeship of four years whilst employed by an Approved Training Farrier (ATF). An ATF is a person who is a Registered Farrier…

Assistant Farm Manager Level 4 Apprenticeship. The broad purpose of the occupation is to professionally operate and support the management of an agricultural or horticultural business such as a farm. They will assist in the management at every stage, from the beginning of the product life cycle…

Livestock Unit Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship. An employee in this occupation will be responsible for making decisions about daily management of livestock such as changes in diet based on nutritional values in feed. They will manage livestock before, during and after parturition, providing…

A General Farm Worker is likely to specialise in Livestock or Crop. This Apprenticeship Standard takes a core and options approach. All apprentices will complete the core and must select the one most appropriate option to their role: Livestock Worker or Crop Worker. In their daily work, an employee…

Senior Equine Groom Level 3 Apprenticeship. The Senior Equine Groom will have a sound knowledge of horse anatomy and physiology and the ability to assess and promote health. They will be able to recognise and treat common minor injuries and ailments. They will be capable of presenting horses to a…

Equine Groom Level 2 Apprenticeship. This is a practical, “hands on” occupation where apprentices will work under supervision individually or as part of a team. The Equine Groom is an integral part in the life of the horse, providing essential day-to-day care. They will be involved with feeding,…

An opportunity to assist the Travel Actively team in arranging and running events. This could include administrative tasks such as managing attendee lists, setting up stalls and helping activities run smoothly. This opportunity can help you develop your skills and experience to support you in the…

A chance to become trained as a cycle leader to lead groups of riders. You could set up your own groups and lead them from a health centre to a leisure centre where there are facilities to get cleaned up. Or lead a ride round the best local shops ending at a train station for onward travel.

Help to keep our beautiful Cumbrian beaches clean and free from litter that could harm wildlife.

Our Wildlife Watch groups are for children to make friends with other nature detectives and have lots of fun taking part in practical nature activities - from pond dipping to wildlife safaris.

Community event volunteers help to connect people to nature and also help people take action to protect nature. Events vary, and include rockpooling, guided walks, eggcase hunts, craft activities, and coastal foraging. Some events are for adults, whereas others are family events. Whatever your…

Get stuck in to practical task on a hands-on conservation day. There's plenty of wildflower planting to do, scrub and bramble removal, bracken bashing, and invasive plant removal, as well as path, bridge and boundary repairs. Lace up your boots and come and join us!

Wanted: volunteers to collect rockpool creatures and/or take the portable rockpool to groups, care homes, and events. But what about the people who don’t know that the rockpools are there? Or the people who aren’t able to go the beach? How can they discover and enjoy the rockpool life? The answer:…

As a busy centre, we can provide in-depth work experience of being employed in an equine stableyard. We are passionate about sharing experiences and helping students get a foothold in the industry. When you work with us, we will train you in safe yard practices as well as give references and…

We are seeking people to train as volunteer walk leaders to lead organised individual and group walks in Barrow and Carlisle. Our aim is to encourage more people to walk with a purpose such as walking to get to the shops, to work or even to an appointment. Could you lead a 'walk to work' group for…