The charity V has been set up to inspire a new generation of young volunteers. We're aiming to involve at least 1 million more 16 – 25 year olds in volunteering and community action.

 So what does that mean?

It means more young people on community radio, more young people improving the environment, more young people running sports clubs, more young people taking part in international projects – basically more young people giving their time and talents to improve their communities.

V for Volunteering – Work Experience Placements.

 The Canterbury Environmental Education Centre is offering two ‘paid' volunteer placements, to young persons aged 16 – 25, looking to develop their careers in environmental education and/ or estate management.

The scheme is funded by; Kent County Council, National Grid and V for Volunteering.

 Each volunteer placement will receive the following;

•  Six months work experience at Canterbury Environmental Education Centre.

•  A subsistence allowance of up to £85 per week.

•  A training package worth £750

 For more information about the placements contact;

Graham Dear

Head of Centre, Canterbury Environmental Education Centre

01227 452447

Click here to download the 'Education Placement Job Description' word document.

Click here to download the 'Seasonal Estates Warden' word document.

Practical Conservation

Pond clearance, path maintanence, meadow raking, building pond dipping platforms, willow weaving and much more

Reserve management is an integral part of our work and is carried out all year. It is a great way to gain the skills and experience necessary to get an environmental job, to get some exercise in the fresh air, meet like-minded people and have some fun.

It can be as gentle or physically demanding as you wish. We always supply necessary equipment and are very generous with our tea and coffee!

Friends of Canterbury Environmental Education Centre hold regular work parties or you can contact the centre directly to find out more: canterbury.environmentalcentre@kent.gov.uk or 01227 452447

Educational Projects

Voluntary work is often the only way to gain necessary experience in environmental education. Volunteers are always welcome to assist staff with visiting school groups. You can build up to working with small groups of children on minibeast hunts and pond life under the microscope.

Educational volunteers must complete a Kent County Council CRB check before working with children.

Biodiversity Surveyors

These voluntary positions are part of the Canterbury Urban Biodiversity Project. The project was launched in April 2005 and includes full training and guidance for volunteers. If you are interested in becoming a Biodiversity Surveyor please contact us: canterbury.environmentalcentre@kent.gov.uk or 01227 452447