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Experience Maker Volunteer (Closing date: None)

Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust

About The Role

At WWT, we believe that the best way for people to understand and connect to wetlands is to experience them, so we bring awe-inspiring nature up close. We are looking for friendly, outgoing volunteers to support visitor activities, bringing experiences to life! You will be directly involved in shaping unforgettable visitor encounters through your warm welcome, positive interactions, and the educational information & activities that you provide.

Volunteers are an essential part of the WWT team, and we wouldn’t be able to maintain our internationally important wetland sites without their help. You will receive a very warm welcome, full induction & training, and be provided with the necessary equipment, uniform, and anything else needed to thrive in your role.

Main tasks

  • Assisting with the visitor service desk – meeting and greeting visitors on arrival, selling bird food
  • Undertaking moth trapping activities, otter talks, and flamingo talks.
  • Helping to undertake the daily pond dipping activity by showing visitors what to do and helping to identify pond life species.
  • Assisting with the seasonal activities.

What skills do I need?

About You

  • No previous experience is required for this role as full training will be provided, and a willingness to learn new skills is more important.
  • This role would suit you if:
  • You feel confident in talking to and engaging with members of the public, and are able to adapt your communication style to suit the audience
  • You enjoy interacting with a wide range of people
  • You enjoy working as part of a team of staff and volunteers
  • You have a strong commitment to excellent customer service
  • You are friendly and approachable with a positive attitude

General notes

  • This role is not suitable for people under 18 years.

When do I need to be available?

Morning Afternoon Evening
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Details

We are looking for volunteers to come help one day a week. Days/ times can be worked out with Volunteer manager.

Where does this role take place?

WWT Wetland Centre Martin Mere
Fish Lane,
Burscough
Lancashire
L40 0TA

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Register your interest
  • Ideal for people interested in
  • Wildlife and Animals
  • Ideal for people who like
  • Local Events
  • Details
  • Age/gender restrictions
    Unfortunately, this role is not suitable for people under 18 years.
  • Certificate scheme
  • Further training
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Induction training
  • Insurance cover
  • Mobility access
  • Safeguarding Policy
  • Travel expenses
  • Volunteer induction Pack

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