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The Parks Foundation

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We are a small independent environment charity devoted to enhancing Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole’s parks and green spaces for...

Young Adult Ranger

This opportunity takes place between 15 Nov 2024 and 31 Dec 2025

Work experience for young adults, teaching skills in an environmental role. An opportunity to bolster your CV, develop a passion or to prepare for a career in a relevant role.  Tasks vary from session to session and include things like landscaping, habitat creation, species conservation, tree planting, and park maintenance. No prior knowledge is required and all tools and equipment is provided.
  • For ages 16-25
  • Must be able to attend locations around the BCP area. Sessions will be open for you to book onto the most convenient ones, but the more flexible you are the more will be available.
  • There's no obligation to attend every session, you are welcome to come along as and when you can, but the more you can attend the more experience you will gain.
  • Must be open to some hard work!

Benefits to self

Learn practical skills in nature conservation and horticulture. Meet new people with similar interests. Get outside in the fresh air and connect with nature. Great for mental and physical health.

Benefits to others

Help the local community and wildlife by improving the parks.

Location

Outdoors in various parks in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Hours per week

2-4
  • Activity AreaConservation, Environmental and Conservation, Wellbeing, Wildlife/Nature, Gardening/ Conservation, Outdoor Activities, Physical Activity
  • FacultyBournemouth University Business School, Health & Social Sciences, Media & Communication, Science & Technology
  • Sustainable Development GoalsClimate Action, Good Health and Well-being, Life on Land, Sustainable Cities and Communities
  • Employability Skills within ActivityCollaboration, Communication, Interpersonal

Employability skills

  • Communication 0
  • Interpersonal 0
  • Leadership 0
  • Community Action 0
  • Teamwork 0
  • Relationship Building 0