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Entry Level Wildlife Fundraiser

No experience necessary!

Nature is in crisis, and your help is needed! Join Europe's largest nature conservation charity and make a real difference as a Wildlife Fundraiser!

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity that allows you to integrate your passion for nature with your exceptional communication skills?

If you don’t have fundraising experience… don’t worry; full training will be provided! A company van is just one of the amazing benefits you will receive as part of your role… so apply today!

The ideal candidate will be based in the advertised location. Please only apply to this vacancy if you are based within a 10 mile radius of the advertised location, unless you are in the process of relocating.

Position: Wildlife Fundraiser Swindon

Ref: JAN20256433

Location: Swindon

Salary: £24,890.00 - £26,720.00 per annum

Contract: Permanent

 

Closing Date: Sun, 11th Feb 2025

The Role

Each day you will travel to different venues, set up an attractive fundraising stand, and spend the day actively engaging with members of the public, spreading awareness about our conservation efforts and inspiring individuals to become lifelong members. 

Don't worry if you're not a wildlife expert yet – you will be provided with comprehensive training to equip you with all the knowledge you need. Plus, you'll enjoy the added perk of a company van, with fuel and parking costs paid for.

What's even better? You'll have the flexibility to choose a contract between 3 to 5 days per week, and enjoy the stability of a set salary, rather than working on commission. With 34 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) and opportunities for sabbaticals, we value your work-life balance and well-being.

What do current employees say about this fantastic position?

 

‘Securing a membership is always a great feeling that stays with you. Being able to talk about things you are passionate about and learn a lot about wildlife is a real plus.’ Fun, challenging, requires resilience, great colleagues.’ - Membership Fundraiser - Current Employee

But it's not just about the benefits – it's about the impact you'll make. Join a team that's dedicated to preserving nature and inspiring others to do the same. Your role will be pivotal in driving positive change, and you'll have the support of a diverse and inclusive community every step of the way.

 

About You

What we need from you:

· A passion for conservation (no prior knowledge required);

· Resilience

· Ability to work to targets;

· A driver's licence valid for use in the UK;

· Happy to work 3 out of 4 weekends;

· Happy to travel (on average) an hour away from home each day;

· Willingness to work outdoors and independently;

· Fundraising/Sales and Customer Service experience (desirable).

Whether you're from a hospitality, customer service, sales, or volunteering background, we're more interested in your negotiating/storytelling skills and enthusiasm than your previous experience. 

If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey and help create a world richer in nature, apply now! You will be asked to upload your CV and complete a short online application form once you select 'apply'.

We are looking for starters to join the team across the next few months. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to the dedicated Resourcing Advisor when you apply.

Additional information

This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.

The Charity is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Please note that we are actively recruiting for this vacancy and reserve the right to close once sufficient applications have been received.

The charity are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse organisation, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve this vision of creating a world richer in nature, the team need more people on nature's side and more diverse people. People of colour and disabled people are underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sectors. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application. You can contact the team to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.

Before applying for this role, we recommend reading through the candidate guidance notes once you have been redirected.

Please note: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation

Entry Level Wildlife Fundraiser

No experience necessary!

Nature is in crisis, and your help is needed! Join Europe's largest nature conservation charity and make a real difference as a Wildlife Fundraiser!

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity that allows you to integrate your passion for nature with your exceptional communication skills?

If you don’t have fundraising experience… don’t worry; full training will be provided! A company van is just one of the amazing benefits you will receive as part of your role… so apply today!

The ideal candidate will be based in the advertised location. Please only apply to this vacancy if you are based within a 15 mile radius of the advertised location, unless you are in the process of relocating.

Position: Wildlife Fundraiser Pembrokeshire

Ref: JAN20255193

Location: Pembrokeshire

Salary: £24,890.00 - £26,720.00 per annum

Contract: 6 months

 

Closing Date: Sun, 9th Feb 2025

The Role

Each day you will travel to different venues, set up an attractive fundraising stand, and spend the day actively engaging with members of the public, spreading awareness about our conservation efforts and inspiring individuals to become lifelong members. 

Don't worry if you're not a wildlife expert yet – you will be provided with comprehensive training to equip you with all the knowledge you need. Plus, you'll enjoy the added perk of a company van, with fuel and parking costs paid for.

What's even better? You'll have the flexibility to choose a contract between 3 to 5 days per week, and enjoy the stability of a set salary, rather than working on commission. With 34 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) and opportunities for sabbaticals, we value your work-life balance and well-being.

What do current employees say about this fantastic position?

 

‘Securing a membership is always a great feeling that stays with you. Being able to talk about things you are passionate about and learn a lot about wildlife is a real plus.’ Fun, challenging, requires resilience, great colleagues.’ - Membership Fundraiser - Current Employee

But it's not just about the benefits – it's about the impact you'll make. Join a team that's dedicated to preserving nature and inspiring others to do the same. Your role will be pivotal in driving positive change, and you'll have the support of a diverse and inclusive community every step of the way.

 

About You

What we need from you:

• A passion for conservation (no prior knowledge required);
• Resilience
• Ability to work to targets;
• A driver's licence valid for use in the UK;
• Happy to work 3 out of 4 weekends;
• Happy to travel (on average) an hour away from home each day;
• Willingness to work outdoors and independently;
• Fundraising/Sales and Customer Service experience (desirable).

Whether you're from a hospitality, customer service, sales, or volunteering background, we're more interested in your negotiating/storytelling skills and enthusiasm than your previous experience. 

If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey and help create a world richer in nature, apply now! You will be asked to upload your CV and complete a short online application form once you select 'apply'.

This is a full-time, fixed-term contract for 6 months from March to September 2025. The charity reserves the right to extend or make this role permanent without further advertising dependent on business needs at the end of the contract term.

Additional information

This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.

The Charity is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Please note that we are actively recruiting for this vacancy and reserve the right to close once sufficient applications have been received.

The charity are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse organisation, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve this vision of creating a world richer in nature, the team need more people on nature's side and more diverse people. People of colour and disabled people are underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sectors. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application. You can contact the team to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.

Before applying for this role, we recommend reading through the candidate guidance notes once you have been redirected.

Please note: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation. #INDNFP

Entry Level Fundraiser

Are you looking for the ideal summer job? Would you like to work at the home and headquarters of the charity?

We are looking for a seasonal fundraiser to work at the beautiful Lodge Nature reserve for the 2025 summer season, and it could be you!

You don’t have to have fundraising experience, as full training will be provided.

Position: Fundraiser

Ref: JAN20255294

Location: UKHQ - The Lodge

Hours: Full-Time

Salary: £24,890.00 - £26,720.00 per Annum

Contract: 6 months

Closing Date: Sun, 9th Feb 2025. Please note that we are actively recruiting for this vacancy and reserve the right to close once sufficient applications have been received.

What’s the role about?

Located 1 mile away from Sandy railway station in the heart of Bedfordshire, The Lodge Reserve is a diverse mix of Heath, Farm, Grass, and Woodlands attracting a whole host of iconic species.

The Lodge is nationally known as the headquarters of the charity and home to a variety of activities providing a work place for many and place to walk with your family or watch the nature in the heart of Bedfordshire. 

A long term plan of replacing non-native trees with Oak and Birch supports the return of this incredible area of habitat to its former glory. The Lodge is truly an idyllic workplace.

The team at The Lodge have been delivering exemplary visitor experience for over 60 years, making the reserve a serious opportunity for fundraising and membership recruitment.

As a core part of both the Lodge and the Face to Face membership teams, you be working alongside staff and volunteers to welcome visitors to the reserve and enthuse them about the conservation importance of the site. You will be expected to role model best practices for reserve fundraising to inspire new memberships for the charity.

What we are looking for:Located 1 mile away from Sandy railway station in the heart of Bedfordshire, The Lodge Reserve is a diverse mix of Heath, Farm, Grass, and Woodlands attracting a whole host of iconic species.

The Lodge is nationally known as the headquarters of charity and home to a variety of activities providing a work place for many and place to walk with your family or watch the nature in the heart of Bedfordshire. 

A long term plan of replacing non-native trees with Oak and Birch supports the return of this incredible area of habitat to its former glory. The Lodge is truly an idyllic workplace.

The team at The Lodge have been delivering exemplary visitor experience for over 60 years, making the reserve a serious opportunity for fundraising and membership recruitment.

As a core part of both the Lodge and the Face to Face membership teams, you be working alongside staff and volunteers to welcome visitors to the reserve and enthuse them about the conservation importance of the site. You will be expected to role model best practices for reserve fundraising to inspire new memberships for the RSPB.

What’s in it for you?

Join a team that is making a real difference and inspiring people to save nature! You will be working in a rewarding role where you can draw on your passions and interests. You will receive:

• A 7-month contract that suits you – choose between 3, 4, and 5 days per week (7.5 hours on-site per day).
• A set salary, rather than working to commission.
• 34 days’ annual leave (including eight bank holidays (pro-rata for work pattern and length of contract))
• Full training and comprehensive induction.
• The 7-month contract will commence with training in March and active fundraising from April through to September.
• There will be a probation period of 3.5 months.

 

Additional Information

Please note that in order to be considered for this position you will be asked to upload a CV and complete a short online application form.

This is a fixed-term position for 7 Months (the exact duration of the post can be negotiated). The charity reserves the right to extend or make this role permanent without further advertising dependent on business needs at the end of the contract term.

We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse team, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application.

This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK to be offered an employment contract.

Before applying for this role, we recommend reading through the candidate guidance notes when you apply.

You may have experience in areas such as Fundraising, Fundraiser, Fundraising Office, Individual Giving Fundraiser, Membership Fundraising, Membership Fundraiser, Community Fundraiser, Customer Service, Hospitality, Retail. #INDNFP

Please note: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Entry Level Fundraiser

Are you looking for the ideal summer job? Would you like to work at a jewel of the south coast and home to a diverse range of native wildlife?

We are looking for a seasonal fundraiser to work at the beautiful Pagham Harbour visitor centre for the 2025 summer season, and it could be you!

You don’t have to have fundraising experience, as full training will be provided.

Position: Fundraiser

Ref: JAN20255295

Location: Pagham Harbour Local Nature Reserve

Hours: Full-Time

Salary: £24,890.00 - £26,720.00 per Annum

Contract: 6 months

Closing Date: Sun, 9th Feb 2025. Please note that we are actively recruiting for this vacancy and reserve the right to close once sufficient applications have been received.

What’s the role about?

Located 6 miles away from Chichester, Pagham Harbour Nature Reserve consists of intertidal saltmarsh, shingle beaches, lagoons, farmland and copses, and is one of the jewels of the South Coast.

The team at Pagham Harbour have been delivering exemplary visitor experience for many years, making the reserve a serious opportunity for fundraising and membership recruitment.

As a core part of both the Pagham team and the Face to Face membership teams, you be working alongside staff and volunteers to welcome visitors to the reserve and enthuse them about the conservation importance of the site. You will be expected to role model best practices for reserve fundraising to inspire new memberships for the charity.

What we are looking for:

Given that this position is based at Pagham Harbour, the ideal candidate will live within 20 miles of Pagham harbour. Expert knowledge of British wildlife is not a pre-requisite, but a passion for conservation, an ability to employ effective communication skills and an eagerness to learn are essential.

You need a passion for saving nature, an engaging personality, the ability to present a compelling reason to support the charity, communicate confidently and be happy to work toward targets. This is a rewarding and enjoyable role with the only requirement to engage and inspire!

You may have worked in other areas where you have had to build face-to-face relationships, such as hospitality, customer service, sales, sustainability, conservation, campaigning, income generation, business development, retail, or in a volunteering capacity.

However, it is your skills we are interested in rather than your work experience, as you will receive fantastic training and ongoing support as you start your career. Your training will include a combination of training in English reserves, alongside existing Fundraisers and on the job at Pagham. 

What’s in it for you?

Join a team that is making a real difference and inspiring people to save nature! You will be working in a rewarding role where you can draw on your passions and interests. You will receive:

• A 7-month contract that suits you – choose between 3, 4, and 5 days per week (7.5 hours on-site per day).
• A set salary, rather than working to commission.
• 34 days’ annual leave (including eight bank holidays (pro-rata for work pattern and length of contract))
• Full training and comprehensive induction.
• The 7-month contract will commence with training in March and active fundraising from April through to September.
• There will be a probation period of 3.5 months.

Additional Information

Please note that in order to be considered for this position you will be asked to upload a CV and complete a short online application form.

This is a fixed-term position for 7 Months (the exact duration of the post can be negotiated). The charity reserves the right to extend or make this role permanent without further advertising dependent on business needs at the end of the contract term.

We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse team, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application.

This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK to be offered an employment contract.

Before applying for this role, we recommend reading through the candidate guidance notes when you apply.

You may have experience in areas such as Fundraising, Fundraiser, Fundraising Office, Individual Giving Fundraiser, Membership Fundraising, Membership Fundraiser, Community Fundraiser, Customer Service, Hospitality, Retail. #INDNFP

Please note: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation

Entry Level Fundraiser

Are you looking for the ideal summer job? Would you like to work at the home to Northern Ireland’s largest seabird colony?

We are looking for a seasonal fundraiser to work at the stunning Rathlin seabird centre for the 2025 season, and it could be you!

You don’t have to have fundraising experience, as full training will be provided.

Position: Fundraiser

Ref: JAN20255238

Location: Rathlin Island

Hours: Full-Time

Salary: £24,890.00 - £26,720.00 per Annum

Contract: 6 months

Closing Date: Sun, 9th Feb 2025. Please note that we are actively recruiting for this vacancy and reserve the right to close once sufficient applications have been received.

What’s the role about?

Located 6 miles away from Ballycastle, Rathlin Island is the only inhabited offshore island in Northern Ireland. Comprised of rugged cliffs, unimproved grassland and several lakes, Rathlin island is an idyllic workplace.

The team have been delivering exemplary visitor experience for over 16 years, making the reserve a serious opportunity for fundraising and membership recruitment. As a core part of both the Rathlin team and the Face to Face membership teams, you be working alongside staff and volunteers to welcome visitors to the reserve and enthuse them about the conservation importance of the site. You will be expected to role model best practices for reserve fundraising to inspire new memberships.

What we are looking for

Given that this position is based on Rathlin island, the ideal candidate will live within 20 miles of Ballycastle harbour. You don’t have to have fundraising experience - full training will be provided.

Expert knowledge of Northern Irish wildlife is not a pre-requisite, but a passion for conservation, an ability to employ effective communication skills and an eagerness to learn are essential. You need a passion for saving nature, an engaging personality, the ability to present a compelling reason to support the charity, communicate confidently and be happy to work toward targets. This is a rewarding and enjoyable role with the only requirement to engage and inspire!

You may have worked in other areas where you have had to build face-to-face relationships, such as hospitality, customer service, sales, sustainability, conservation, campaigning, income generation, business development, retail, or in a volunteering capacity.

However, it is your skills we are interested in rather than your work experience, as you will receive fantastic training and ongoing support as you start your career. Your training will include a combination of training in English reserves, alongside existing Fundraisers and on the job at Rathlin. 

What’s in it for you

Join a team that is making a real difference and inspiring people to save nature! You will be working in a rewarding role where you can draw on your passions and interests. You will receive:

• A 7-month contract that suits you – choose between 3, 4, and 5 days per week (7.5 hours on-site per day).
• A set salary, rather than working to commission.
• 34 days’ annual leave (including ten bank holidays (pro-rata for work pattern and length of contract))
• Full training and comprehensive induction.
• The 7-month contract will commence with training in March and active fundraising from April through to September.
• There will be a probation period of 3.5 months.

Additional Information

Please note that in order to be considered for this position you will be asked to upload a CV and complete a short online application form.

This is a fixed-term position for 7 Months (the exact duration of the post can be negotiated). The charity reserves the right to extend or make this role permanent without further advertising dependent on business needs at the end of the contract term.

We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse team, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application.

This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK to be offered an employment contract.

Before applying for this role, we recommend reading through the candidate guidance notes when you apply.

You may have experience in areas such as Fundraising, Fundraiser, Fundraising Office, Individual Giving Fundraiser, Membership Fundraising, Membership Fundraiser, Community Fundraiser, Customer Service, Hospitality, Retail

Please note: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation

Permanent

Part time 28 hours per week over 7 days to include Sundays

£23,436.25 FTE - £17,735.54 pro rata with annual progression up to £23,696.84 FTE - £17,932.74 pro rata

*Location - Herne Bay (new shop opening)*

We offer many enhanced benefits including; 28 days holiday a year pro rata - plus Bank Holidays and stakeholder pension scheme with matching contributions up to 8%. Full details about our benefits can be found on our website.

We are looking for an Assistant Shop Manager to work alongside the Shop Manager in our new Herne Bay shop.

Are you self motivated with strong interpersonal skills and thrive on challenges and opportunities that come with assisting in the running of a shop? Can you assist the Shop Manager in driving sales and profits and able to work closely with staff and Volunteers to ensure we deliver the best level of customer service, come and join us from the beginning in opening our new Herne bay shop!

We are looking for someone who loves working with people and has the ability to lead in the absence of the Shop Manager, inspire and empower people around them. We are looking for someone who is friendly and positive in their approach and can instill an energy to those around them. Have you got a creative ability that you can bring to the role?

You will make a real difference to young people in England by helping to raise vital funds needed to support our frontline work.

It is important that you have good communication skills both inside and outside the shop, reaching out to the local community to help build support for the shop.

If you have what it takes to work hard but have some fun along the way, and support your Shop Manager to be the best, then this is the place for you!

Every day we're changing the lives of children in this country for the better - and with your help, tomorrow we can be there for even more.

We look forward to receiving your application.

The closing date for applications is midnight on Monday 10th February 2025. If, after 14 days, we have received enough applications we reserve the right to close the vacancy on Monday 27th January.

Interviews will be held on a date to be confirmed.

The Children's Society is committed to Safer Recruitment and as such a range of pre-employment checks will be conducted in line with recommendations made by the Bichard Enquiry, and current best practice. To include a basic DBS check, these will be required before employment can commence.

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