Purpose of role: The Volunteering Officer will work with the Chief Executive and the wider team to encourage and support volunteering at Green Hive, coordinating, administering and developing the current volunteer pool (numbering nearly 200 people), and leading on the recruitment, induction and deployment of new volunteers for different roles across the organisation - including at Seaman’s Hall, the Community Workshop and in support of our events, outdoor activities, fundraising and marketing.

Context:Launched in 2015, Green Hive (formally Nairn River Enterprise) is a charity specialising in volunteer-led projects and other initiatives, helping to conserve, restore and sustainably develop the natural habitats and public amenities of Nairn and Nairnshire, cultivating community action, skills and employability and improving outcomes for residents and visitors. Over the last decade the organisation has developed a suite of core business operations aimed at reducing pollution and waste, recycling and re-using discarded man-made materials and promoting more positive interactions with the local environment. It has done this while gradually consolidating its own financial position in support of longer-term organisational sustainability. Recent investment from the Postcode Innovation Trust takes us to the next level, and a dedicated Volunteering Officer will be key to our plans for growth and diversification. In November 2022 Green Hive took ownership of Seaman’s Hall in the Fishertown precinct of Nairn. Over the last 18 months we have been developing public programmes that focus on re-establishing this important historic building as a community hub. We are also formulating capital development plans for the facility. The Volunteering Officer will support these and help to drive these activities, contributing meaningfully to the implementation and continuing evolution of our five-year strategic development plan.

Job Description

Would you like to spread the word about community climate action? Are you looking to gain valuable experience in communications?

We’ve got a great job for someone to join the Lanarkshire Climate Action Hub as our Communications Support Officer. You would need to have experience of creating graphics and copywriting primarily for social media. Experience of website maintenance, creation of newsletters and design of printed materials would also be beneficial.

The jobholder will report to Comms & Events Officer, Pernille Soeholm. The team at the Lanarkshire Climate Action Hub work on a hybrid basis and there are offices in Blantyre and Douglas Water.

We’re a small charity which enables us to be innovative, flexible and friendly. We are looking for someone who is a self-starter, who can work autonomously in a fast-paced environment and who is interested to grow their communication skills.

The Conservation Volunteers connects people and green spaces to deliver lasting outcomes for both.

About the role:

The John Muir Way is one of Scotland’s most iconic long-distance walking routes, spanning 134 miles from Helensburgh on the west coast to Dunbar on the east. The John Muir Way Green Skills program, a three-year initiative funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, will focus on improving biodiversity along this route, creating opportunities for trainees to learn new skills, build confidence, and contribute to Scotland’s natural and cultural heritage.

The John Muir Way Greenskills programme is a 3-year initiative, with 72 trainees engaging in practical biodiversity tasks and projects along the route. The programme aims to bridge the skills gap and ageing workforce challenges, increase connectivity and break down the disconnect with nature, working alongside various partners to achieve its goals.

Each Greenskills Leader will lead a team of six Green Skills Trainees per year, located in Edinburgh, Falkirk, North Lanarkshire and East Dunbartonshire. The post holder will have overall responsibility for line managing the trainees, delivery of practical training and the delivery of practical biodiversity enhancement tasks on partners sites. Each Green Skills Leader will liaise with greenspace teams in Local Authorities and Scottish Canals to agree sites and projects. This role will also contribute to the project evaluation, local budget management, and programme promotion. This role will work closely with the People and admin coordinator managing the schedule of external training, trainee attendance, annual leave, onboarding and programme exiting of trainees. These roles will report into the John Muir Way Greenskills Operations Leader.

Experience of leading a small team.

Previous management of a training programme/structured delivery model.

Mentoring and/or coaching young people.

A passion for supporting young people to achieve their goals.

Knowledge and understanding of practical biodiversity projects and events.

Experience in recruiting and managing trainees and/or other stakeholders.

Experience in working in partnership with multiple organisations with potentially differing demands.

We have four positions available: 1 in Edinburgh, 2 in Grangemouth, and 1 in Glasgow. When submitting your application, please indicate your preferred location in the subject line of your email.

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process, and you will be asked whether you require any during your application. If you would like to discuss your requirements further please contact the People Team via recruitment@tcv.org.uk or by telephone on 01302 388883 . We also offer reasonable adjustments on the job.

* A full driving licence is required yes ‘as the post holder has use of a company vehicle’.

* This post is subject to an enhanced CRC check

We are The Conservation Volunteers.

Our vision is Healthier, Happier Communities for Everyone. We believe that green spaces are an essential part of healthy, happy communities.

Our mission is To Connect People and Green Spaces to Deliver Lasting Outcomes for Both.

The opportunity to connect to nature on your doorstep and contribute to its protection should be available to everyone.

The outcomes of our work:

• Environment: Green spaces are created, protected and improved, for nature and for people.

• Communities: Communities are stronger, working together to improve the places where people live and tackle the issues that matter to them.

• Health & Wellbeing: People improve their physical and mental health & wellbeing, by being outdoors, active and connected with others.

• Learning & Skills: People improve their confidence, skills and prospects, through learning inspired by the outdoors.

Join in, feel good.

About the Organisation

The Phoenix is a Community Hub in Dumbarton West, it was set up in 2018 by Rock Community Church. The Rock is a vibrant church community serving Dumbarton and the surrounding area. The Phoenix is designed to primarily serve the people of Dumbarton West, namely the residents of Castlehill, Westcliff, and Brucehill. The Phoenix includes a community cafe and a wide and varied activities programme including youth work, toddler provision, adult learning, intergenerational events, art classes, fitness classes, wellbeing programme and volunteer opportunities.

Purpose of role:

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Family Support Worker Lead to help deliver exciting and engaging support working with the community, partners and the Phoenix Team.

You will build relationships and facilitate family support in the Dumbarton West community.

Key Responsibilities

● Develop and facilitate parent & child sessions both indoors and outdoors

● Facilitate issue-based workshops with both parents and children

● To plan, deliver and evaluate activities which support, connect and inspire children and families in Dumbarton West.

● To use a variety of approaches to consult and engage with our community

● To maintain up to date and accurate records of the support provided.

● To understand and abide by the organisations policies and procedures, including Health & Safety, Data Protection, Confidentiality and Child Protection.

● Ensure non-discriminatory practices at all times in line with the organisations Equality and Diversity policy.

● To deliver parenting programmes

● Co deliver peer support groups with parents

● Provide one-to-one support sessions with families

● Support families within their own home as appropriate

● Take a proactive approach to own learning and development participating in relevant training & development opportunities

● Support the manager with funding applications concerning children & family work.

● Undertake training as required.

● Support major events within The Phoenix’s calendar alongside the staff team.