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Key: REF CJS reference no. (advert number – source – delete date) JOB Title BE4 Application closing date IV = Interview date LOC Location PAY £ range - usually per annum (but check starting point) FOR Employer Main text usually includes: Description of Job, Person Spec / Requirements and How to apply or obtain more information CJS Suggestions: Please check the main text to ensure that you have all of the required qualifications / experience before you apply. Contact ONLY the person, email, number or address given use links to a job description / more information, if an SAE is required double check you use the correct stamps. If you're sending a CV by email name the file with YOUR name not just CV.doc

REF 1432-ONLINE-5/7 JOB CONSERVATION, ACCESS & RECREATION OFFICER BE4 3/7/19 LOC BATH PAY 22615 – 30383 FOR WESSEX WATER 12 months fixed term secondment. You will be responsible for the delivery and implementation of capital works at Wessex Water's key visitor and conservation sites to promote and maintain access to land for people of all abilities to experience and enjoy recreational and educational activities. You will also ensure compliance with Wessex Water's regulatory duties with regards to protected and priority habitats and species. The CAR Officer will also assist with surveying, managing and monitoring to conserve and enhance habitats and species of biodiversity importance on our sites. To be successful in this role, you will need: a degree or similar in biological sciences or environmental management; a proven track record of environmental project management experience; good general knowledge of UK biodiversity and heritage; good IT skills, including a knowledge of Arc GIS and Microsoft Excel and Word; ability to deliver projects within a specified budget, both independently and as part of a team. Knowledge of protected species legislation would be beneficial. For an informal discussion, please contact Tom Reynolds, CAR Manager, on 07823 370 739 or [email protected] To apply: https://c-js.co.uk/2X8J0gN quoting job reference REQ002789.

REF 1433-ONLINE-28/6 JOB ACCESS OFFICER – CAPITAL WORKS BE4 1/7/19 IV wb 22/7/19 LOC HERTFORD PAY 22462 – 29636 FOR HERTFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL Fixed term 24 month contract, potential extension subject to funding. Through partnership working with other agencies, user groups and individuals we engage the public in our work at every stage. Our Access Team protect, maintain, improve and promote use of the 3000km network of Public Rights of Way across the county. Through this activity we provide opportunities for informal recreation and commuting, linking towns and villages to each other and the countryside. Responsibilities include: specification, procurement and management of contracts on our Rights of Way network; consulting stakeholders and negotiating with suppliers, contractors, landowners and residents; working collaboratively within our Access Team and with colleagues more broadly; accurate record keeping including financial management; responding to planning applications to secure resources to support improvement of routes and creation of new routes; engaging our volunteer teams in maintenance and improvement activities. A full current driving licence is essential. You also need: a demonstrable record in contract delivery on non-motorised transport routes; ability to communicate, negotiate and influence; able to work in a structured way to manage projects from inception to completion independently or as part of a team. For more information and to apply: https://c-js.co.uk/2WFjhbh

REF 1434-DIRECT-5/7 JOB DIRECTOR OF ECOSYSTEM EVIDENCE & ADVICE BE4 8/7/19 (9am) IV 22/7/19 LOC PETERBOROUGH PAY 53132 – 58675 FOR JNCC This is an exciting opportunity to join the senior leadership team of JNCC, the statutory advisor on nature conservation to the UK Government and the Devolved Administrations. The Director of Ecosystem Evidence and Advice will provide scientific and technical leadership for JNCC’s terrestrial, international and cross-cutting work. Key aspects of the role will include maintaining a culture of high performance, developing productive relationships with senior stakeholders and driving income generation. The successful candidate will have a good understanding of environmental science and experience of leading relevant functions in an environmental organisation. They will have the energy and enthusiasm to inspire people, credibility in engaging at a senior level with stakeholders, and a track record of successfully pursuing funding opportunities. For more information visit our website www.jncc.defra.gov.uk/jobs where you can download the details and application form and find out more about our work. Alternatively, contact us via [email protected] and we will email the rel documentation to you. CJS Weekly®: 21 June 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts REF 1435-ONLINE-5/7 Project Officer Salary: £23,787 – £25,305 (pro rata £19,030 – 20,244) Closing date: Wednesday 3 July 2019 Location: Centre for Wildlife Gardening, 28 Marsden Road, , SE15 4EE and other locations around the Great North Wood Part time 4 days per week, Fixed Term until 31 March 2021 London Wildlife Trust is a growing charity with a diverse range of projects and funding sources. Since April 2017 we have been delivering a project which is National Lottery Heritage Funded in ‘The Great North Wood’ (GNW). The GNW is an ancient landscape that was instrumental in the development of London but that is now a somewhat forgotten fragmented patchwork of woodland and green space sites. The project aims to ‘reconnect’ and enhance remnant sites of heritage woodland for both wildlife and people across the Forest Hill, Sydenham and Norwood ridge in . Since Aril 2017 the project has been delivering a programme of practical woodland conservation volunteer workdays, community engagement events, and woodland monitoring and surveying in order to record, celebrate and enhance 161 hectares across 13 sites in this part of south London. The project is increasing local people’s knowledge of and access to this unique woodland heritage, assessing the condition of the GNW through targeted monitoring of five flagship indicator species (oak, hornbeam, purple hairstreak butterfly, stag beetle and woodpeckers). And linking the remnant GNW sites together through unified interpretation. We are looking for a project officer to join our Great North Wood team to help take the project through to completion in March 2021. The successful candidate will have practical woodland management experience along with strong community engagement skills, excellent networking and facilitation skills with a range of stakeholders. As well as strong communication (both written and verbal) and IT skills. London Wildlife Trust manages thirty-six nature reserve sites across the capital that are exemplars of urban conservation land management and which engage the local communities that use them. The Trust delivers projects focusing on protecting priority habitats and species in London and works to influence policy makers. The Trust engages London’s diverse communities through access to our nature reserves, volunteering programmes and education and outreach work. To understand more about our plans, read our strategic plan: For a Wilder City 2015 – 2020 http://c-js.co.uk/1RmlrIv Contact details: To apply, please send a completed Candidate Details Form and Application Form to [email protected]. For further information please click https://c-js.co.uk/2wTKYCT Closing date: 3 July 2019, 9:00am Interview date: 10 & 11 July 2019 An enhanced DBS Check is required for this role. London Wildlife Trust is an equal opportunities employer.

REF 1436-ONLINE-12/7 Head of Public Engagement & Communications Based in Horncastle, Lincolnshire Circa £40,000 pa Are you an excellent manager with the passion to change hearts and minds? Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust has created a new role to lead its vital work inspiring people, organisations and communities to value and safeguard wildlife. With a large team of staff and volunteers along with a substantial budget, you will manage our education delivery, popular visitor centre, range of communications and be a member of our senior team. With a high level of commitment to nature conservation and demonstrable belief in the Trust’s values and objectives this could be the role for you. For further details and an application form go to our website https://c-js.co.uk/2XRXf6L CVs alone will not be accepted Closing date: 12.00 noon Friday 12 July 2019 REF F1437-ONLINE-5/7 Hutan Harapan consists of c. 100,000ha of ex-logging concessions located in Sumatra, Indonesia. The company, PT REKI, was established to help restore Hutan Harapan's ecosystem and as a tool for protecting threatened forests outside the government protected area network. PT REKI is governed by a not-for-profit foundation consisting of Burung Indonesia (BI), Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) and BirdLife International (BLI). Harapan Project Offcer Reference number: SE-nqaSB1 Location: Bogor, Jawa, Indonesia Salary £25,463 to £27,585 per annum Hours: Full time Contract: 2 Year Fixed Term Contract As Harapan Project Officer, you will be based at Burung Indonesia in Bogor, Indonesia. You will work with the Senior Conservation Officer - International (Harapan), and the Partner Development Officer to support Burung Indonesia to plan and monitor the implementation of a multi-million Euros grant "Hutan Harapan: Supporting the sustainability of the first Ecosystem Restoration Concession (ERC) in Indonesia". This will involve implementation planning and monitoring, budgeting and providing mentoring and training of staff. It will also include proposal writing and fundraising and helping to produce and implement a realistic business plan to secure the long-term financial sustainability of Hutan Harapan. You will support the project management steering committee and work with the senior staff of the Hutan Harapan implementation team to ensure solid management structures, policies and procedures are in place. Closing date: 5 July 2019 Interview date: 16 July 2019 If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click here https://c-js.co.uk/2FohDoB to be directed to our website. Page 2 CJS Weekly®: 21 June 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts REF 1438-ONLINE-28/6 Arboricultural Contract Manager Watford - covering North West London and Home Counties Salary: Up to £36,000pa + bonuses according to competencies and experience This is an outstanding career opportunity with a market leader providing green services to private and public sector businesses. The business is seeking a strong Contract Manager who has perseverance, entrepreneurial appetite, is self motivated and can liaise and manage several key clients, to monitor and provide accurate Key Performance Indicators on a monthly basis and to deliver arboriculture services in London and surrounding areas. The Opportunity: This is a hands-on role involving monitoring the progress of teams on site and taking quick and effective action to maintain both high productivity and client satisfaction. You will have full responsibility for the Contract accounts and production of weekly and monthly reports. The Person: The successful candidate will have a demonstrable track record of seeking out and winning new business, managing arboricultural teams, be able to drive productivity and ensure that the workforce provides a quality service. The successful candidate will have a strategic outlook of the contract to drive continuous improvement and efficiencies along the way. The candidate will need to be able to work with commercial and non commercial clients. A good understanding of Microsoft Office / Google systems would be preferred. What can Glendale offer you? • Competitive salary • Generous annual leave • Free gym membership for you and a nominated person • Employee health cash plan • Employee discount portal - discounts on travel bookings, high street vouchers, gift cards, cinema tickets, days out, leisure activities and your day to day spending • Cycle to Work scheme • Pension scheme • Company sick pay • Career progression • Training and development. Glendale is a well established business that is continuously growing. Successful applicants can look forward to joining a company that can offer career prospects and believes in investing in its people. How to Apply: If you feel like you could bring some fresh ideas to the table we want to hear from you. Please apply with a letter of application and CV to [email protected] Closing Date: 30 June 2019 About Glendale: Glendale is one of the largest green space management service providers in the UK and specialises in tree care and management, grounds maintenance and landscaping. For more information visit www.glendale-services.co.uk. Follow us on @GlendaleUK If you are interested in applying for this role, we suggest that you do so at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment as interviews will be held throughout the process. Please note that if you have not received correspondence within 21 days then please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

REF 1439-ONLINE-5/7 Are you looking for a unique challenge to work in one of the most amazing places in the world? The Cairngorms National Park is one of the country’s most spectacular landscapes. Renowned for its mountains, it has at its centre a montane plateau higher than 1000m, it also has extensive native pine forests, extensive moorland and a rich and diverse cultural landscape along its straths and glens. With its strong local music scene, some fantastic locally produced food and drink and it’s abundance of outdoor pursuits the Cairngorms National Park is a very special place to live and work. Strathspey Farmland Wader Officer Salary: £25,823 - £30,209 Pro Rata (Band C) plus excellent benefits such as flexitime, generous annual leave and a defined pension scheme to name just a few Contract: Fixed term for 12 months Working Hours: 22.5 hours per week Location: Grantown on Spey We have an exciting opportunity for a Strathspey Farmland Wader Officer to join our Conservation & Visitor Experience Team. The Strathspey Wetlands and Wader Initiative (SWWI) is a partnership of Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB), Cairngorms National Park Authority (CNPA), Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH), Scottish Agricultural College (SAC), CKD Galbraith, Agri-ecosystems and National Farmers Union Scotland (NFUS). The SWWI help farmers, crofters and land managers in the Cairngorms National Park protect and improve habitats for breeding waders. Your role will be to assist the delivery of land management based conservation projects on agricultural land in Strathspey; running farm based demonstration and awareness raising events; helping to co-ordinate monitoring and research projects, and delivering other actions identified by the SWWI as being key to achieving the aims of the partnership. Cairngorms National Park is more than just an idyllic place to work, the Park Authority is one of the UK’s Top 100 best not for profit companies to work for. We also offer many benefits such as; a great place to work, cycle to work scheme, generous annual leave allowance, flexitime and a very competitive pension scheme. Our Grantown on Spey headquarters is within easy reach of Aviemore and Inverness. The National Park Authority is committed to equality of opportunity and we welcome applicants from all sectors of society. If you are an applicant with disabilities who meets the essential requirements of the post, we will interview you. If you would like the opportunity to work for an organisation that is focused on protecting and enhancing this National Park then please download the job description and application pack from our website (www.cairngorms.co.uk). If you require more information, or if you require any adjustments to be made to the application process due to disability please contact us on 01479 873535 or email: [email protected] Please note, we do not accept Curriculum Vitae (CV). Applications can be emailed to [email protected] or posted to CNPA, 14 The Square, Grantown-on-Spey, PH26 3HG The closing date for applications is 12pm (noon) on Tuesday 9 July, late applications will not be accepted. To see how the CNPA collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants, please view the Privacy Notice on our website.

Page 3 CJS Weekly®: 21 June 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts REF 1440-ONLINE-19/7 Assistant Reserve Manager - West and the Blackdowns Somerset Wildlife Trust Salary £21,537 pa for 37.5 hrs pw This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Assistant Reserves Manager to join Somerset Wildlife Trust’s experienced team of eight dedicated and professional land managers in one of the most biodiverse counties of . You will work across south and on the practical estate management of a number of fantastic nature reserves as well as the implementation of reserve projects. You will be working closely with contractors and dedicated volunteers. You should be physically fit, be willing to work flexibly and possess the necessary ‘tickets’ and / or certificates to operate a range of machinery and equipment. You will be required to work independently and as part of a team. This will be a fantastic step on the way for someone looking to develop a great career in conservation and reserves management. Please click on the following link to apply - https://c-js.co.uk/2MS0UQX

REF 1441-ONLINE-12/7 Visitor Experience & Centre Manager Carlton Marshes Salary: £33,000-£35,000 Contract type: Permanent / Working hours: Full time Location: Carlton Marshes Nature Reserve, Carlton Marshes, Burnt Hill Lane, Carlton Colville, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 8HU Suffolk Wildlife Trust is the county’s nature charity. Our goal is for Suffolk to be nature-friendly, with wildlife able to thrive across Suffolk because everyone is doing more for nature. Carlton Marshes is a 1000-acre nature reserve on the edge of Lowestoft, Suffolk’s second largest town. With major habitat creation underway, it will be the most significant wildlife site in the southern Broads National Park, offering unparalleled opportunities to get close to wildlife. The reserve will be brought to life by a landmark visitor centre and an imaginative programme of activities, which will make it the most exciting nature experience in East Anglia – and the southern gateway to the Broads National Park. The Visitor Experience & Centre Manager is an entrepreneurial, business focused role, to drive the launch and long term success of the new centre, including the catering and retail activity which are in themselves, a key part of the visitor experience. You will bring your extensive experience from other facilities, to establish effective and efficient management, administration and day to day running of the Carlton Marshes centre operation in all aspects including catering and sales, interpretation, promotion, events, membership recruitment, and the promotion of Suffolk Wildlife Trust. Our business aim is for the reserve and centre to be financially self-sustaining, so as to support conservation, learning and access to nature in the long term. This is a collaborative role, working with the Reserve team and Learning team to provide the excellent nature experience and visitor experience we aspire to. A driving licence is essential to support the effective delivery of this role. Thank you to National Lottery Players! This is a new post, funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund as part of a £4 million investment which is transforming Carlton Marshes into the southern gateway to the Broads National Park. For further information please click here https://c-js.co.uk/2Xq6RIG If you are interested in applying then please email your application form to [email protected]. Unfortunately due to the volume of applicants we are unable to respond individually. Closing date: Tuesday 16 July 2019 Interview date: Monday 29 July, 2019

REF 1442-ONLINE-28/6 North York Moors National Park Authority - Job Opportunities Due to successfully securing additional National Lottery Heritage funding, North York Moors National Park Authority (NYMNPA) have a number of exciting and career enhancing opportunities across various disciplines and levels of experience to join our existing team. Your contribution will be instrumental in helping us to protect and conserve the natural and cultural heritage of the landscape and the species and history it hosts. NYMNPA is designated for its special qualities and it is our job to make sure that these qualities – its landscape, wildlife, and cultural heritage - are well cared for and will be here for everyone to continue to enjoy for years to come. To help us achieve this, we need dedicated staff with environmental expertise, knowledge and commitment to join our existing team. Based in the attractive market town of Helmsley, our roles specifically focus on the natural heritage of rivers within the National Park. You will engage with communities to generate interest and ensure future sustainability, providing you the opportunity to be at the forefront of innovative and exciting developments within the Ryevitalise and River Esk projects. We are seeking motivated, supportive and enthusiastic individuals who pride themselves on making a difference to the local environment and wider communities. With great support structures in place, we have great opportunities for personal development. Key opportunities: Ryevitalise Programme Officer (Grade E (£26,317 - £29,639) Ryevitalise Catchment Restoration Officer (Grade D £25,295 – £27,905) Ryevitalise Education & Engagement Officer (Grade D £25,295 – £27,905) Ryevitalise Volunteers & Training Co-ordinator (Grade C £20,344 - £22,911 – pro-rata, 4 days per week) Ryevitalise Administration Officer (Grade B £18,426 - £19,171 – pro-rata, 4 days per week) River Esk Programme Manager (Grade E - £26,317 - £29,636) River Esk River Esk and Coastal Streams Catchment Partnership Officer (Grade B - £18,426 - £19,171) For more information and to apply for any of the above positions, please go to: www.nyresourcing.co.uk/north-york-moors-national-park-key-opportunities/ Key dates: Closing date: 9am, Monday 1 July 2019 Shortlisting date: Monday 1 - Wednesday 3 July Page 4 CJS Weekly®: 21 June 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts REF 1418-ONLINE-28/6 Community Engagement Officer (South West Scotland) – Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels – Developing Community Action Full-time 35 hours / week; Fixed term until end March 2022 £20,600 per annum Based in Dalbeattie, Dumfriesshire Closing date for applications: Sunday 30 June 2019 An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the deliver the Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels southwest Scotland project team to inspire a range of audiences to value their local red squirrels and galvanise and support community-based volunteer networks and landowners to engage actively in red squirrel conservation and monitoring work. The successful candidate will be based in our Dalbeattie office and will deliver the project’s communications and community engagement plans across Dumfries & Galloway and neighbouring Ayrshire. He/she will work with colleagues and partners to promote and deliver a programme of community engagement activities and training events for the public, volunteers and landowners to promote red squirrel conservation and active participation in the project. To include recruitment and management of community-based volunteers working red squirrel networks in the project’s priority areas together with provision of materials, advice and support to ensure their effective and ongoing functioning. Applicants will hold a relevant degree or have relevant experience, preferably within a conservation or charitable organisation. Experience of recruiting, motivating, training, and managing rural and community-based volunteers (groups and individuals) to undertake active conservation work; developing and implementing community-based projects and engagement programmes; engaging the wider public in conservation issues; organising and running successful training and events for volunteers and other stakeholder groups. The position is expected to start as soon as possible and run until March 2022 For an application pack and background information on the project, please go to: https://c-js.co.uk/2wW217s The Scottish Wildlife Trust is committed to equal opportunities.

REF 1443-ONLINE-12/7 Biodiversity Information Centre – Data Officers Surrey Wildlife Trust c.£21,000 pa (dependent on skills and experience) Surrey Wildlife Trust is looking for two individuals to play a critical role in the ongoing development of Surrey Biodiversity Information Centre (SBIC). A relevant environmental qualification is essential together with a professional background in nature conservation plus knowledge and experience of the work of a local environmental records centre. You should also be able to demonstrate an ability to work systematically and with thorough attention to detail. Experience of the Recorder species database or MapInfo Geographical Information System (GIS) would be an advantage. For the full job profile and an application form, visit www.surreywildlifetrust.org. If you have any questions, please contact Alistair Kirk, SBIC Manager at [email protected] Closing date: midday Friday 12 July 2019; interviews 22 July 2019. REF 1444-ONLINE-12/7 Graduate Woodland Consultant Oakbank Game & Conservation Ltd is looking to recruit a recent graduate to its woodland consultancy team. Based at Ellington in Cambridgeshire the successful candidate will join a dynamic team of consultants delivering high quality woodland management across East Anglia and the East Midlands. Oakbank was established in 2005 and is now a well-respected name in farmland conservation and woodland management, with a large client base of farms and sporting estates across the UK and in to Europe. We are looking for someone with a real passion for the countryside, for woodland and for conservation as well as an understanding of the role that shooting plays within this. You must be a recent graduate in a forestry related course, a good communicator and self-motivated, with a practical knowledge of woodland management. You will work with our expert team to gain further experience and to help you become a member of the Institute of Chartered Foresters. Package, to include vehicle, commensurate with experience. If this opportunity to work with a professional, client focused and friendly company excites you then please send CV and covering letter detailing your forestry work experience to Oakbank Woodland Division Manager, Ross Guyton - [email protected].

REF 1445-ONLINE-28/6 Farming Wildlife Advisor Salary: Salary up to £27,000 pa dependent on experience Contract type: Permanent / Working hours: Full time We are in a time of change but also of great opportunity to help wildlife in Suffolk. The post will work closely with landowners to create significant wildlife-friendly areas of land across the county. The role will lead on environmental advice to farmers, guided by the Trust’s five-year strategy. Significant focus will be on our conservation priorities: farmland birds, watervole, pollinating insects, nightingale, dormouse, amphibians, stag beetle and hedgehog and the habitats needed to support these species. You will need to develop a landscape scale approach, encouraging contiguous farmers to adopt wildlife friendly methods, such as through agri-environment options or re-wildling, maximising linkages between farms. For further information please click here https://c-js.co.uk/2Y1oLyQ If you are interested in applying then please email your application form to [email protected]. Unfortunately due to the volume of applicants we are unable to respond individually. Closing date: Thursday 27 June 2019 Interview date: 12 July 2019 Page 5 CJS Weekly®: 21 June 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts REF 1446-ONLINE-5/7 Assistant Ecologist Midland Ecology www.midlandecology.co.uk Closing date: 07/07/2019 Midland Ecology provide a variety of ecological surveys and services across the Midlands. We work on a wide range of projects; from small residential extensions, to large multi-phase housing and national infrastructure projects. Are you looking to take the next step on the career ladder and broaden your skills? You will work on Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Ecological Impact Assessments, bat surveys and other protected species surveys. You will also collate and review survey results. You must be committed, enthusiastic and reliable; with good attention to detail and concentration skills. Essential: • A sound knowledge of British ecology; especially bats and other protected species • Experience undertaking bat emergence / re-entry surveys • Plant identification skills • Sound MS Office skills • Excellent report writing skills • Motivated to work both independently and in a team; in remote locations and during unsociable hours • UK driving licence and vehicle; for site visits across the Midlands • Ability to work from home • Excellent organisation and communication skills • Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines Desirable: • Degree in ecology or related discipline • CIEEM membership • Experience within an ecological consultancy environment • Experience conducting Phase 1 / PEA • Protected species survey experience; reptiles, GCN, badgers, bats - licences advantageous • Experience analysing and interpreting data • Bat sonogram analysis experience • QGIS experience • CSCS card • First Aid qualification We offer: • Competitive salary • Training • Contributory pension • Annual leave • Friendly working environment As a small consultancy we can offer the opportunity and support to develop within this role, and are committed to helping you progress your career throughout your employment with us. To apply, e-mail [email protected] your CV / experience, start date availability and salary expectations. REF 1447-ONLINE-28/6 Do you have a passion for tropical forests and their global conservation? Do you have strong project management skills and first-hand experience of the complexities of managing forest landscapes for conservation and local livelihoods, particularly in the West African context? Conservation Officer - International Reference: A0880619 Location: Sandy, Bedfordshire Salary: £25,463 to £27,585 per annum Hours: Full time / Contract: Permanent An exciting opportunity to work with colleagues in the RSPB and with Birdlife International Partners in West Africa, particularly in Sierra Leone and Liberia which will involve unsupervised international travel. Key elements of this job are: • Support the development of proposals for cocoa/ other commodity work in Gola, including work plan and budget, for • Partnerships for Forests, IDH Cocoa Origins and other proposals as opportunities arise. • Support the development of proposals for sustainable innovative financing for Gola, in collaboration with SCNL, CSSL, GRC and BirdLife International, as opportunities arise, for e.g. Green Fund (and other carbon funds), DFID's Climate Care • Unit, Coalition of Private Investment in Conservation (CPIC), Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund, and others. • Lead on RSPB communications work and profile building for the Greater Gola Programme. • Administration and project support for sustainable innovative financing implementation for Gola going forward. • Represent Gola at BLI Programme Coordination Team meetings, compile RSPB Topical Issue reports / other summary reports. • Support to finding solutions for sustainable finance for other landscapes, as required. The successful candidate will have / be: • end-to-end project management experience • good attention to detail • excellent communication skills • experience of work internationally, particularly in West Africa • team player. Closing: 29 June 2019 Interviews: 15 July 2019 If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click here https://c-js.co.uk/2WY9iTL to be directed to our website.

REF Re-ad-1175-ONLINE-14/6 Ecologist Ecosupport Ltd Ecosupport Ltd is expanding! Are you an enthusiastic, self-motivated and professional Ecologist looking for your next career move? We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Ecologist to join our friendly and dynamic team! Ecosupport is an expanding ecological consultancy based in Hampshire. We provide high quality ecological support across a broad range of sectors including residential, transport, utility and site restoration. Our key aim is to help our clients achieve the best outcomes for their schemes whilst securing net benefits for the environment. The Role: Your role will be to plan, manage and deliver professional ecological services to a broad range of clients. You will be responsible for the coordination of surveys and field staff, as well as liaison with clients and other professionals and organisations. You will be based in Fareham, Hampshire, with travel throughout the region and occasionally the surrounding areas. Your time will be divided between office and field-based work. Skills and Experience: Strong communication, organisation and team working skills are essential, as well as a positive attitude, self-discipline and a desire to be challenged! You will have: We are looking for someone with least two years’ experience working as an Ecological Consultant, capable of taking on your own projects and clients as soon as you’ve settled in to the team. The following experience is essential: • Production of a range of technical reports including impact assessment and mitigation strategies • EPSM licence applications • Project coordination and management • Client liaison & project tendering • Strong all- round field skills • Protected Species licences desirable, particularly bats • Bat sound analysis using Analook • Creative approach to problem-solving • Relevant BSc as a minimum • Full driving licence essential Ongoing training opportunities will be provided, alongside a competitive salary and a supportive, dynamic and friendly working environment. To find out more about this opportunity or to apply for the role please contact Claire at [email protected], including a CV and cover letter where relevant. We look forward to hearing from you! Page 6 CJS Weekly®: 21 June 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts REF 1448-ONLINE-19/7 Mobile Gardener – Hertfordshire / Bedfordshire Salary dependant on skills and experience Glendale is a £50 million+ company delivering ‘green services’ throughout the UK. Activities include grounds management, landscaping, countryside and estates management, horticulture and arboriculture. Glendale is seeking to recruit a full time Senior Mobile Gardener to cover a number of sites across the home counties. This is an exciting hands on role, where you will work closely with the client’s site managers, and offers the opportunity to work on a varying ranger of sites allowing the successful person the chance to demonstrate their passion, skills and horticultural knowledge. You will need a love of and enthusiasm for plants and garden. A good basic knowledge of horticulture and experience within the industry is also required. You will need to be good at communicating and enjoy being part of a close knit team, whilst being able to show initiative as the role requires the successful person to be able to work remotely. Main duties: • General horticultural duties including planting, hedge cutting, lawn mowing, border edging and watering. • Shrub bed maintenance, weeding and seasonal pruning. • Support the customer account manager to ensure each site reaches their full potential. • Ensure all tools, materials and plants are taken to site when required. • Ensure that the van is kept clean and tidy with a full set of tools. • Ensure all health and safety procedures are followed. • Attend staff meetings. • Ensure work schedules are met. • Ability to organise your own work structure. You will need: • Previous landscape maintenance experience. • PA1 PA6 (desirable). • Horticultural qualification. • To be highly organised and work efficiently. • A desire to develop and learn. • A drivers licence. Hours of work: 07.30 – 16.00 with a 15 minute morning break and half hour lunch break If you have the relevant skills and qualifications, you can look forward to an excellent development and progression opportunities within this successful and diverse national organisation. To apply, please send a covering letter & CV to [email protected] or in writing to: Neil Akers, The Tree House, Hounswood Gate, Harper Lane, Radlett, WD7 7HU Closing date: 17 July 2019 however applicants will be seen throughout the application process. www.glendale-services.co.uk Glendale is an Equal Opportunities Employer

REF 1449-ONLINE-19/7 Path Builder A.C.T Heritage Ltd We are looking for the right people to join our small team of footpath builders. Someone with previous experience in path building would be preferable. Applicants will work as part of a small team with an experienced team leader. They must also be able to work independently and hold a full drivers licence. We work in some amazing places around Scotland that are remote and in all weathers. Applicants must be up for everything which comes with work in hills. The job is very physical and applicants need to have a reasonable level of fitness to be able to perform their daily tasks. There will be opportunity to develop skills and be an important part of a small business. The company is based in the Inverness area so applicants need to be within the local area. Applicants will be required to work and stay away from the Inverness area during the week when needed. If you are interested and would like more information please contact Andy on 07887915380 or [email protected]

REF 1450-ONLINE-28/6 General Manager Full Time, Permanent Market competitive package, dependent on experience Pensthorpe Natural Park, in north Norfolk, was created by a visionary conservationist who landscaped an area of gravel extraction in the River Wensum Valley to create one of Britain’s most biodiverse nature reserves. Purchased by Bill Jordan, who co-founded Jordan’s Cereals, and his wife Deb in 2003, the site celebrated its 30th Anniversary in 2018. Having hosted BBC Springwatch from 2008 to 2010, we showcased our beautiful park, gardens, farm and reserve to a national audience and we have continued to develop, adding extensive wildlife themed children’s outdoor and indoor play in 2013 and 2015, complimentary to the overall vision of weaving play into education about the natural world, and encouraging our children to experience nature first hand, winning both local and national awards along the way. The Pensthorpe Estate is also the home of the Pensthorpe Conservation Trust, a charitable trust whose main aims are to establish a centre of excellence for habitat management and restoration alongside conservation of wetland and farmland bird species through captive breeding programmes in national conservation partnerships. Our vision for conservation, experiential nature and wellbeing combined with our strong emphasis on customer experience and ensuring an inspiring and educational connection with nature is at the heart of everything we do, appealing to all ages whilst generating exceptional visitor footfall across our commercial visitor attractions and outlets. We are looking to recruit a General Manager to continue our exciting journey. You will be responsible for leading the operation which covers over 700 acres of farmland and prime wetland habitat in the Wensum Valley in North Norfolk, encompassing leadership of the Reserve, Aviculture and Garden teams as well as the commercial hub of the business, which includes our busy admissions desk, cafe, shop and children’s indoor and outdoor play. The successful candidate will be naturally entrepreneurial and have a background working in conservation, countryside and estate management with a tourism bias, confident in dealing with bodies such as Defra, NGO’s and Heritage Lottery Fund. You will be an experienced leader able to empower your diverse team to deliver excellence every day through your hands-on / can-do approach, demonstrating gravitas and a clear site leadership presence. You also need to be a strategic thinker, working with the owners to continually develop this unique site. You should have exceptional communication and inter-personal skills along with a strong commitment to our vision, to continue our journey in bringing nature to every generation as well as protecting our assets. For a full job description and / or an informal discussion about this exciting role, please email [email protected] Application by CV & covering letter by closing date of Sunday 30 June 2019 Page 7 CJS Weekly®: 21 June 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts REF 1451-ONLINE-12/7 Volunteering Support Officer – 28 hours per week £26,200 pa pro rata plus up to 9% Employer Pension Contribution Do you have proven experience of working in a volunteering development role and providing excellent standards of supporter care? Are you highly articulate with the ability to take on the ideas of others? Do you Love Yorkshire, Love Wildlife? If so, Yorkshire Wildlife Trust are seeking to appoint a Volunteering Support Officer to join our Supporter Engagement Team. This exciting role will work with colleagues across the Trust to increase engagement and support from volunteers, which will help and enhance the supporter journey. They will offer expert volunteer advice and guidance to Supporter Managers, in addition to developing and coordinating the promotion, recruitment, inductions and ongoing support and training programme for the Volunteer Trainee scheme. We are looking for someone who is highly organised and has excellent administrative skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines when working under pressure. Not only are we looking for someone who is passionate and enthusiastic, they must be a confident communicator, and be able to build and develop strong internal and external relationships. They must keep up-to-date with legislation and best practice in volunteering and ensure data is reported accurately and safely. See www.ywt.org.uk for more details or ring the office for an application pack: 01904 659570 or e-mail [email protected] Please note we don’t accept CVs Closing date for receipt of completed application forms and accompanying equal opportunities monitoring form is 9am Monday 15 July 2019. Please note that applications received after the closing deadline will not be considered. Closing date: 9am Monday 15 July 2019 Interviews: Wednesday 24 July 2019 Yorkshire Wildlife Trust is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. No agencies. YWT Company 409650; Charity no. 210807.

REF 1452-DIRECT-28/6 JOB ASSISTANT RANGER BE4 25/6/19 LOC MOUNT STEWART DEMESNE, NORTHERN IRELAND PAY 16991 FOR NATIONAL TRUST We're looking for a keen and enthusiastic person to join our Demesne Ranger team to support the delivery of our ambitious outdoor changes to access, forestry and farming practices as part of our Land, Outdoor and Nature strategy to grow our visitors connection with nature and restore habitats. This would suit someone fresh into the environmental sector with some existing experience looking to pave the way for their development as a Ranger joining the experienced team. We love innovation, an eye for detail and are not afraid to try new things. If you think you have the drive and passion to deliver our core purpose then go here for full details, role profile and to apply: https://c-js.co.uk/2ZChV2Z

REF 1453-DIRECT-5/7 JOB BIODIVERSITY PLANNING OFFICER BE4 9/7/19 (noon) IV 23/7/19 LOC MIDDLETON PAY 25750 FOR DERBYSHIRE WILDLIFE TRUST We are seeking an experienced and dynamic ecologist to work with our Living Landscape North Team to achieve positive outcomes for wildlife by influencing development in our area. You will use your detailed knowledge and understanding of wildlife legislation, survey methods and the planning process to assess the impact of development on wildlife and provide detailed advice to Local Planning Authorities. This is a challenging, but rewarding post that offers excellent opportunities for making a difference for wildlife. This is a full time role (37 hours per week) fixed term to cover maternity leave. If you would like to discuss the role, please call Derbyshire Wildlife Trust on 01773 881188 or email to [email protected] For more information and to apply: www.derbyshirewildlifetrust.org.uk/jobs/biodiversity-planning-officer

REF 1454-ONLINE-5/7 JOB AREA RANGER BE4 8/7/19 LOC BRECON PAY 14445 FOR NATIONAL TRUST Permanent p/t (1170 hrs py). The Brecon Beacons and Monmouthshire Countryside Team help look after and manage around 26 sites owned by the National Trust in the South East corner of Wales totalling around 12,600 ha’s in total. The largest areas of land include upland sites such Abergwesyn commons and the central Brecon Beacons. As the Area Ranger you will manage a small team of Rangers working like you throughout the portfolio. To deliver this role successfully, you will need: practical experience of countryside/rural skills; evidence of good people management and leadership; excellent communication skills including public presentation; strong organisational skills including work programming; a proven track record of managing and leading on health and safety and environmental compliance; a full UK driving licence; be able to manage contractors and small projects, including budgets. And you'll need to demonstrate the following experience on your CV / application: diploma / NVQ3 or higher in countryside or environmental conservation; good wildlife identification skills; habitat and species surveying experience; empathy with, and significant experience of, working with volunteers. Ref: IRC82283. To find out more and apply for this role, please follow: https://c-js.co.uk/2KpBFmY

REF 1455-DIRECT-5/7 JOB SCIENCE OFFICER BE4 7/7/19 (midnight) IV 16&17/7/19 LOC PORTSMOUTH PAY 23000 FOR ORCA The Science Officer will be responsible for ORCA’s data. Data will be shared and analysed by the role holder to meet strategic objectives. This includes the delivery of ‘The State of European Cetaceans’ report, and leading on peer-reviewed publications. The role holder will work collaboratively with other organisations and academic institutions. Additional work will be continued with developers of mobile applications, and the role holder will support other work areas where required. The role will start on Monday 19 August. To apply please submit a CV and a covering letter to [email protected] outlining a) Why are you the best person for the job? b) What is the one thing you do really well and why is it relevant to this role? c) Why do you want to work for ORCA? For further information please visit www.orcaweb.org.uk or contact [email protected]. Page 8 CJS Weekly®: 21 June 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts REF 1456-ONLINE-28/6 JOB PROJECTS OFFICER – ACTIVE TRAVEL NETWORK BE4 1/7/19 IV wb 22/7/19 LOC HERTFORD PAY 26999 – 29636 FOR HERTFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL 12 month fixed term contract with possible extension subject to funding. As active travel rises up the local agenda, Hertfordshire County Council has recently adopted a new Local Transport Plan prioritising investment in non-motorised transport. Our service is uniquely positioned to deliver on this agenda, managing 3000km of public rights of way & working in close partnership with many parks & greenspace colleagues in other authorities. We are looking for a dynamic individual to take up a new position in our countryside management team focussed on identification of a strategic network of off road routes for future investment. You need to be: an excellent communicator; proactive, able to work independently & in partnership to develop projects; positive & pragmatic approach to problem solving. Full current driving licence is essential. We work in partnership with landowners & communities to develop projects that enhance the environment for people & wildlife, manage & make best use of our access network & provide opportunities for informal recreation. https://c-js.co.uk/2F9QMMY

REF 1457-ONLINE-5/7 LOC NEATH BE4 4/7/19 (noon) IV 16-17/7/19 FOR NEATH PORT TALBOT COUNCIL JOB PAY Green Infrastructure Project Manager 32029 – 36876 pro rata, 22.2 hrs per week, possible 29.6 hrs Green Infrastructure Officer 28785 – 32878 Fixed term to 31/3/22. We have secured funding to deliver the South West Wales Green Infrastructure Project, a partnership project with Swansea Council, Carmarthenshire County Council, Coed Lleol & Cwmaman Town Council. This is a multi- disciplinary project, taking a strategic approach to the maintenance, enhancement & creation of green infrastructure & biodiversity resource, for the benefit of people, the economy & wildlife. It should be noted that a formal offer for the grant is pending, but is anticipated prior to interviews being conducted. The Project Manager will be responsible for supervision of the GI Project Team & project delivery in Neath Port Talbot, & ensuring the grant requirements are met across the region. The GI Officer will lead on making improvements to green infrastructure throughout Neath Port Talbot, Swansea & Carmarthenshire, working closely with partners & stakeholders in the design, implementation & ongoing maintenance of any such initiatives. The post holders will need a good understanding of green infrastructure, & its related disciplines, whilst the GI Officer will also need the knowledge & skills to be able to design & implement innovative new GI schemes. Candidates must also have the ability to travel to site & to attend meetings as necessary. The post requires a degree or equiv in an environmental subject with an ecological / landscape design basis. Welsh language skills are desirable. Chat: Catrin Evans, Countryside & Wildlife Team Leader on 01639 686056 or email [email protected] You may apply online, download an application pack or contact the HR Recruitment Team at [email protected] or 01639 686837.

REF 1458-ONLINE-12/7 JOB TUTOR with FSC Epping Forest & FSC London BE4 12/7/19 (noon) IV wb 22/7/19 LOC FSC EPPING FOREST, LOUGHTON, ESSEX PAY 19726 – 22511 FOR FIELD STUDIES COUNCIL The post-holder will develop, plan and deliver ‘out-of-classroom learning’ activities to a wide ranging audience; engaging and enthusing students and assisting FSC achieve its goal of ‘Bringing Environmental Understanding to All though first-hand experience’. The post-holder will be expected to lead groups of all abilities in the natural environment with the ability to provide an appropriate standard of care for our learners. You will also contribute to all other aspects of running a busy residential education centre. This is essentially an active role and will require the post-holder to be able to carry out duties associated with effectively managing groups in outdoor learning locations, which may be remote, whilst ensuring the health and safety of the group at all times, including carrying safety sacks. If you feel that you meet the skills we are looking for, then we want to hear from you. To find out more, visit our website www.field-studies-council.org/vacancies.aspx and download the full vacancy pack for this post or phone our Human Resources team on 01743 852138. Send completed application form and covering letter to: [email protected]

REF 1459-ONLINE-5/7 JOB WILDLIFE RANGER MANAGER BE4 3/7/19 (23:59) LOC STRAITON PAY 26433 – 29281 FOR FORESTRY & LAND SCOTLAND It’s an exciting time for us here at Forestry and Land Scotland and we are looking for a Wildlife Ranger Manager to join us on our journey. This is a great opportunity to work in an area of Scotland that is renowned for its stunning scenery and land based outdoor pursuits, so if you are passionate about working on the land and wildlife management we want to hear from you. Our South Region provides the greatest volume of timber to local and national supply chains, supporting economic development. We also have areas that provide significant environmental and recreational value, such as Kirroughtree and Glentrool, with extensive areas of forestry on the Isle of Arran. These help give the region a wide and diverse range of activities to plan and manage on behalf of the Scottish Government. The wildlife team consists of 11 Wildlife Rangers and 4 Wildlife Ranger Managers, responsible for wildlife control of three deer species, including Roe, Fallow and Red, along with a population of feral goats and pigs. For more information and to apply, please visit our website https://c-js.co.uk/2XdDEAQ [email protected] Please quote ref 1637341.

REF 1460-ONLINE-12/7 JOB WILDLIFE RANGER, SOUTH REGION BE4 12/7/19 (23:59) LOC NEW GALLOWAY PAY 24388 – 25752 FOR FORESTRY & LAND SCOTLAND A great opportunity to work in an area of Scotland that is renowned for its stunning scenery & land based outdoor pursuits, if you are passionate about working on the land & wildlife management we want to hear from you. Our South Region provides the greatest volume of timber to local & national supply chains, supporting economic development. We also have areas that provide significant environmental & recreational value, such as Kirroughtree & Glentrool, with extensive areas of forestry on the Isle of Arran. The wildlife team consists of 11 Wildlife Rangers & 4 Wildlife Ranger Managers, responsible for wildlife control of three deer species, incl, Fallow & Red along with a population of feral goats & pigs. We are looking to recruit a Wildlife Ranger for the region, with this role being undertaken within the Western area of the region. To help reduce work related travel & achieve a good work life balance, it is important that you reside within a reasonable travelling distance of the New Galloway Deer larder. More information / apply: https://c-js.co.uk/2WQjYyC [email protected] Ref 1636853. Page 9 CJS Weekly®: 21 June 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts REF 1461-ONLINE-28/6 JOB SitH CITIZEN SCIENCE & OPERATIONS OFFICER BE4 1/7/19 (5pm) IV 10 & 12/7/19 LOC BOSCOMBE, BOURNEMOUTH PAY 22900 FOR AMPHIBIAN & REPTILE CONSERVATION Snakes in the Heather (SitH) will focus on the conservation of smooth snakes and other reptile biodiversity on the heathlands of southern England. Project duration: 4 years. The post will be responsible for delivering the project on time and within budget and will work in close collaboration with the project’s Public Engagement and Education Officer. You will lead on the Citizen Science survey programme design and implementation and mentor volunteer Citizen Scientists in the field, and will undertake data analyses, manage surveys, project data, data flow and protected species licensing for the project. You will produce evidence for inclusion in project outputs, including a Smooth Snake Conservation Handbook. Ensure that the project aligns with other ARC survey programmes, species conservation and habitat work and you will need to liaise with academic partners and other researchers. You will need to be a good team member with good report writing skills and budget management ability. For full details please go to www.arc-trust.org/vacancies or contact Helen Wraight on 01202 391319 or [email protected] Please return your application form and brief covering letter to Helen Wraight, ARC Trust, 655a Christchurch Road, Boscombe, Bournemouth, Dorset BH1 4AP or [email protected].

REF 1462-ONLINE-28/6 JOB SitH PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT & EDUCATION OFFICER BE4 1/7/19 (5pm) IV 10 & 12/7/19 LOC BOSCOMBE, BOURNEMOUTH PAY 22900 FOR AMPHIBIAN & REPTILE CONSERVATION Snakes in the Heather (SitH) will focus on the conservation of smooth snakes and other reptile biodiversity on the heathlands of southern England. 4 year project. The post will be responsible for delivering the project on time and within budget and will work in close collaboration with the project’s Citizen Science and Operations Officer. You will lead on the public-facing aspects of the project, incl delivering events, the development of promotional and educational materials, merchandise, social media etc. for a broad range of audiences. The postholder will lead on gathering data on participant feedback for project evaluation purposes and report on this to stakeholders and project funders. You will contribute to the design and implementation of the volunteer programme and other project outputs, incl a Smooth Snake Conservation Handbook. You will need to be a good team member, working closely with other ARC staff, project interns and volunteers. Good report writing skills are required along with budget management ability. For full details: www.arc-trust.org/vacancies or contact Helen Wraight, 01202 391319 or [email protected] Please return your application form and brief covering letter to Helen Wraight, ARC Trust, 655a Christchurch Road, Boscombe, Bournemouth, Dorset BH1 4AP or [email protected].

REF 1463-ONLINE-19/7 JOB TOTAL ENVIRONMENT TEAM LEADER (Green Infrastructure Unit) BE4 19/7/19 LOC CHESTER PAY 33799 – 39638 FOR CHESHIRE WEST & CHESTER COUNCIL An exciting opportunity has arisen to lead a team of committed and enthusiastic natural environment technical specialists within a wider multi-disciplinary team. The Council's Total Environment team provides specialist support for both the natural and built environment to a range of internal Services and increasingly, a variety of external clients. The focus of the Green Infrastructure Unit is to provide advice and guidance to support sustainable development. We look for innovation and cross service working to maximise the impacts achieved. There is an increasing focus on commercial activity to support the activities of the Total Environment team and we will expect you to demonstrate a flair for income generation. You will need to be an innovator with an ability to influence decision making and adapt to new opportunities. You will have a natural environment background and be able to lead a team of professionals to win and deliver an increasing amount of contract work. You will be able to demonstrate sound project and programme management expertise. For further information or an informal chat about the role please contact: Ian Hesketh on 07500 608601 / ian.hesketh@cheshirewestandchester https://c-js.co.uk/2xa1vm5

REF 1464-ONLINE-12/7 JOB HEAD OF ECOLOGY BE4 11/7/19 (midnight) IV 22/7/19 LOC CHEDDAR or PAY 27317 – 33619 FOR SOMERSET WILDLIFE TRUST The post holder will oversee the development of programmes and projects that create a coherent and resilient ecological network across Somerset and provide the technical ecological lead across the Trust including the achievement of positive biodiversity outcomes through the planning process. You will have at least 5 years’ post-qualification experience working with nature conservation organisations in the public and/or voluntary sectors and knowledge of the ecology of a broad range of UK habitats and species. Alongside this you will have an understanding of how to deliver landscape-scale conservation and ecological networks, and the conservation legislation, policy and theory that underpins this. Working as part of a multi- disciplinary team, and often with partner organisations, you will represent the Trust in meetings, workshops and lectures. Your leadership skills will include line-management, project development and budget management. If you are passionate about restoring nature at a large scale and have demonstrable experience as an ecologist, this senior role could be the next step in your career. For more information on the role and how to apply: https://c-js.co.uk/2ItJRk1

REF 1465-ONLINE-5/7 JOB TREES & WOODLANDS OFFICER BE4 7/7/19 LOC ST HELENS PAY 29636 – 31371 FOR ST HELENS COUNCIL St Helens is at the heart of the North West region, where the pace of change is as fast as ever, transforming both landscape and economy in recent years. We are seeking a qualified Trees and Woodlands Officer to join the Planning Service. Quality & performance are at the heart of the service and are key priorities for the team as a whole. The successful candidate will therefore have a positive attitude and 'can do' approach to work within this context. Applicants should be able to demonstrate sound judgement, working within a friendly, supported environment. They must have a relevant qualification, excellent communication and negotiation skills, as well as being enthusiastic and committed. For an informal discussion please contact Mike Roberts, Countryside Development & Woodlands Officer on 01744 676221 or Alan Kilroe - Team Leader - Development Control on 01744 676177. For an application form and further details, please visit www.sthelens.gov.uk/jobs or contact Kristina Dixon on telephone number: 01744 676708 or postal address: Human Resources, Town Hall, Victoria Square, St Helens, WA10 1HP or email address: [email protected] Job Ref: PPCD3.

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REF 1466-TRAIN-5/7 Trainee Countryside Ranger Department: Direct Services Salary: £18,320 - £25,408 Overview: Sevenoaks District Council is recognised as one of the best places to work in the UK, having recently retained our Platinum accreditation under Investors in People. We are the only financially self-sufficient Council in the country and have an ambitious agenda to do more for our communities. We are seeking to recruit a Trainee Countryside Ranger to assist in the daily and seasonal work activities required for the protection, safety, maintenance and improvement of the Councils Parks and Woodlands assets and its Commons responsibilities. This role is ideal if you have a passion for wildlife and conservation as we will help you to develop a broad knowledge of the Countryside Ranger role and responsibilities. In addition, you will study for a recognised Countryside management qualification. You will need good IT skills, be well organised, a good communicator and be customer focused. You will also need a flexible approach to working and you will be expected to develop your practical skills and to have a 'hands-on' approach to use of all relevant tools (subject to training). This role requires a full and clean driving licence for vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes and is based at our Rangers Lodge, Shoreham. Starting salary will be dependent upon skills and experience. For an informal chat about this vacancy, please contact Ashley Walmsley, Amenities Officer, on 01732 227175 or 07966 402914. Additional Information: Our staff benefits package includes: flexible annual leave & working arrangements, discounted membership of Sencio's Leisure Centres, excellent training & development opportunities. How To Apply: To apply online please visit our website @ www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/jobs Closing Date: 3 July 2019 Interview Date: First stage interviews 18 & 19 July 2019, Second stage interviews 6 August 2019

REF 1467-TRAIN-12/7 Countryside Worker Apprentice (based in both Castleton and Helmsley) North York Moors National Park and the North Yorkshire Moors Railway are working together to offer fantastic apprenticeship opportunities thanks to the National Heritage Lottery Fund. This is a great chance for you to develop practical countryside skills, working as part of a team, alongside the railway and in the rest of the National Park. You will need to: • enjoy working outside (in all weathers!) • have the ability to learn practical skills • want to do a Level 2 qualification in Environmental Conservation • enjoy working outside and want to learn practical skills • be really interested in countryside issues and want to help with the work of the NYMR and the National Park. The apprenticeship is for an initial period of 2 years and you’ll be working alongside our experienced staff who are looking forward to sharing their skills with you. If you think that you fit the bill, we’d love to hear from you. You will be paid a training allowance of £9,056 in year 1 and this will increase considerably as you go into year two. Application forms and further details can be obtained by looking at the Job Opportunities page on our website - www.northyorkmoors.org.uk/about-us/job-vacancies Closing Date: 9.00 am on Friday 12 July 2019 Interviews are to be held on Tuesday 23 July 2019

REF 1468-TRAIN-5/7 Trainees x 2: 1 x Land Management and 1 x Education & Engagement Contract: Fixed Term for 18 months Hours: 35.00 per week Salary: £12,236 per annum minimum wage plus accommodation offset Closing Date: Monday 8 July 2019 (noon) Selection day: Monday 22 July 2019, if successful, interviews will follow The Sussex Wildlife Trust is the leading organisation covering all aspects of nature conservation in Sussex. Our work includes environmental education, working with landowners, businesses and local communities, and the care of downland, woodland, wetland and heath. We are supported by over 30,000 members which is almost 2% of the population of Sussex. We are pleased to continue the very successful trainee scheme funded by The Vera Dalley Lederman Scholarship and Environmental Training Programme. The Trust is working in partnership with the Leysdown Conservation Trust to provide an opportunity for 2 individuals to gain a vast array of valuable experience and skills in the conservation/environmental field. To be considered for the scheme, individuals must be able to commit to an 18 month training programme and be at least 18 years of age. Previous experience is not required but an understanding of countryside management and/or environmental education will be beneficial. Most importantly, individuals must have a real passion for nature conservation and wildlife, be self-motivated, have a willingness to learn and have aspirations to develop a career within the nature conservation sector. In order to fulfil the role and the terms of the scholarship, individuals will need to reside in accommodation provided by the Trust. The property is located in Hartfield, East Sussex so it is likely that Trainees will need access to their own vehicle. Please note that a DBS check will be required for the Learning & Engagement Trainee role at the start of employment and may be needed for the Land Management roles during the programme. For further details about this great opportunity please visit the 'Make a Difference' section of our website at www.sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk Page 11 CJS Weekly®: 21 June 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts REF 1469-TRAIN-12/7 Countryside Worker Apprentices 18 month Apprenticeship Full-time – 37 hours £8,658 per annum (£4.50 per hour) for year 1. Rising to the national minimum wage in the second year. These apprenticeships are based at our office in Tebay. The Westmorland Dales is a beautiful landscape within the Yorkshire Dales National Park and we are looking for individuals to gain Skills for the Future. We have four apprenticeship opportunities, ideal for enthusiastic individuals who would like to kick start a countryside career in land management or wildlife conservation. The ‘Skills for the Future’ project is part of the Westmorland Dales Landscape Partnership Scheme – a programme grant- funded through the National Lottery Heritage Fund which aims to reveal, conserve and celebrate the hidden heritage of the area that became part of the extended National Park in 2016. Five great reasons to apply for an apprenticeship with the Westmorland Dales Landscape Partnership: • You will be part of a team, training alongside other apprentices • You will obtain a nationally recognised qualification to demonstrate your learning and skills in your chosen area • You will learn countryside skills from a highly skilled supervisor • You will improve your job prospects and employability at the end of the placement • You will be helping to safeguard a nationally important landscape The apprenticeship provides a learning opportunity for someone seeking their first paid position within conservation. The Authority will provide a supported, tailored placement with learning and development opportunities. You will need to demonstrate enthusiasm, willingness to learn and to work hard, and a real interest in the countryside and the National Park. The successful candidate will undertake a Countryside Worker (Level 2) Apprenticeship. Closing date for applications: 5pm on Thursday 11 July 2019. It is anticipated that interviews will take place week commencing 22 July 2019. If you want an informal chat about this opportunity, please contact Belinda Lloyd on 07971 528776 or [email protected]. Application forms are available on the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority website at www.yorkshiredales.org.uk/vacancies. They can also be obtained by e-mail from [email protected] or by telephoning 0300 456 0030.

Fourth article from our Featured Charity Canal & River Trust

The inside view on our environment team We’re the charity who cares for 2,000 of canals and rivers. We work hard to make life better by water for communities across England and wales, and one way we do that is by helping nature to flourish. What is it like to be an ecologist at the Canal & River Trust? We speak to two members of the environment team to find out if life really is better by water. Caitlin Hayman, graduate ecologist “I joined the Trust as a graduate ecologist in August 2018. A couple of years before that I volunteered for the Trust’s environment team for about 12 months. “Doing my work placement at the Trust really opened my eyes. The roles here are so varied, with a strong element of conservation as well as ecology. I regularly work on the Pocklington Canal Site of Special Scientific Interest, which is such a beautiful spot. I feel lucky to be able to spend time in the fresh air.” Over the last few months Caitlin has been involved with several key projects, including installing bat boxes as part of the Tesco (Canal & River Trust) Bag for Life Scheme with West Yorkshire Bat Group and conducting water vole surveys on the Chesterfield Canal. “Water voles are in decline due to habitat loss and predation by mink. Part of my job is to work with our skilled engineers to find solutions and safe ways to create new habitats for water voles.”

But Caitlin also very much enjoyed being part of the environment team as a volunteer. “I co-ordinated seal surveys up at the Tees Barrage. That’s something you really wouldn’t expect to do while working for the Canal & River Trust. People don’t realise that seals can be found on the Trust’s network, but they’re there. We saw 3-4 seals most days. “The seal surveys helped us to gain insights into seal feeding behaviour, which in turn helps inform the fish- friendly operating scheme we have at the Tees Barrage. We have a fish rule which ensures migrating fish can always pass quickly across the barrage. The Trust is a waterways and wellbeing charity, and it’s so nice that we always work with wildlife in mind.” (Canal & River Trust)

Page 12 CJS Weekly®: 21 June 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts Jonathan Hart-Woods, senior ecologist Jonathan has worked in the Trust’s environment team for nearly 20 years. He joined as a conservation ecologist and is now a senior ecologist, but he has held a number of different roles over the years. “Canals are brilliant. Working here means you get to see places that most people don’t even know are there, little havens for nature right in the middle of urban areas. And it’s amazing to see how animals use these linear pathways to get around.” Jonathan joined the Trust thanks to a recommendation from a university friend. Before that he was at the Sports Turf Research Institute at Bingley where he was surveying golf courses and assessing environmental impacts. “I have lots of good memories, but probably the most exciting project I ever worked on was the Ribble Link, a new canal which we opened in 2002. I was out on site, working as an operational ecologist. No one had ever done anything like that before, it was challenging and rewarding. A fantastic project with a fantastic team of people.” “Later I became the main contact for our vegetation contract and worked on a National Tree Programme. I spent a lot of time talking to tree surgeons and it soon became clear that there were gaps in understanding between the tree surgeons and us ecologists. I did some training in arboriculture so I could better

(Canal & River Trust) understand the situation. That was very interesting as well. “If you have a career at the Trust you never stop learning. Every day is different. It’s like a vocation.”

Could you be part of our team, working to transform canals and rivers into spaces where local people (and local wildlife) enjoy spending time? We have professional roles, seasonal roles and volunteer roles available right now. To find out more go to www.canalrivertrust.org.uk or receive all our latest news, offers and more by signing up to our newsletter.

Voluntary Opportunities, Part One: full or part time placements

REF 1470-VOL-19/7 JOB VOLUNTEER SHADOW RANGER - SALCEY BE4 19/7/19 5pm LOC SALCEY FOREST CENTRE, NORTHAMPTONSHIRE PAY Training FOR FORESTRY ENGLAND Forestry England are providing a voluntary placement known as Shadow Rangers. These placements are targeted at individuals seeking to gain experience in the countryside sector. This placement is at Salcey Forest Centre, Northamptonshire within Central England Forest District. Volunteering 1-3 days per week, each placement allows volunteers to develop on the job skills in visitor engagement and practical site management at a busy forest centre for a 6-12 month placement. A range of formal and informal training opportunities will be provided throughout the 6 months, alongside work- based learning to allow individuals to develop a good range of skills and abilities during the programme. For an application form and role description please email: [email protected]

REF 1471-VOL-12/7 JOB RESIDENTIAL VOLUNTEER, NEW FOREST BE4 15/7/19 LOC FRANCHISES LODGE RESERVE, NEW FOREST PAY Accommodation / training / expenses FOR RSPB 6 months. We are looking to recruit an experienced Residential Volunteer to become a vital member of our team on one of our newest and most exciting reserves. We are offering the chance to volunteer on Franchises Lodge reserve within the beautiful setting of the New Forest. You will have the opportunity to help shape the long term vision for the site as well as gaining first hand experience of reserve operations. Housed in a beautiful cottage deep within the woods, surrounded by stunning scenery and wildlife, you will have the chance to develop skills you have learnt elsewhere, as well as being provided with further training and experience to improve your CV. As a key part of the site team you will have responsibility of managing your own work schedule as well as local volunteers and work parties. For more information visit https://c-js.co.uk/2MwgDEW

REF 1472-VOL-28/7 JOB WILDLIFE TRAINEES (CONSERVATION) WEST BERKSHIRE X3 BE4 29/7/19 9am IV 6&7/8/19 LOC ESTOVERS, GREENHAM COMMON, BERKSHIRE PAY Limited expenses FOR BERKS, BUCKS & OXON WILDLIFE TRUST (BBOWT) 3 days per week for 6-12 months is essential. The successful applicant will be involved in managing a suite of sites including extensive areas of heathland, ancient woodland, lakes and reedbeds and a variety of grasslands across the whole of Berkshire, but predominantly the west of the county. These reserves include Greenham and Crookham Common, Snelsmore Common, Hosehill Lake and Thatcham Reedbeds. The area also includes the West Berkshire Living Landscape. The role would suit anyone at the beginning of a career in conservation or the environmental sector. Applicants foremost should have a real interest and desire to work in UK wildlife conservation and be keen to learn a variety of new skills. They will need a good level of physical fitness and be willing to supervise volunteers. For an application form and more information please visit our website www.bbowt.org.uk. CVs will not be accepted.

Page 13 CJS Weekly®: 21 June 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts Voluntary Opportunities, Part Two: regular or occasional requirement

REF 1473-VOLR-29/11 JOB PHOTOGRAPHER & / OR FILM MAKER, RIVERLANDS BE4 1/12/19 LOC NATIONAL TRUST ESTATE OFFICE, HOLNICOTE, TA24 8TJ PAY Travel expenses provided FOR NATIONAL TRUST Riverlands is a national project that aims to create rivers and catchments that are clean, healthy and rich in wildlife. We also want the project to inspire people to connect with rivers, nature and wildlife, increasing the relevance of rivers and other freshwaters in our lives. The Porlock project area includes the River Aller, Horner Waterand Hawcombe Stream. It lies in the north-east corner of National Parkand has a combined river length of 44km. Working in collaboration with others, we will restore the rivers and their tributaries, improve water quality, protect endangered species such as the water vole, develop opportunities for species reintroduction such as beaver, and improve land management practices, both on land owned by the National Trust, as well as that of our neighbours. We’re looking for someone who has a keen eye for a good image to help us capture this project work and showcase the benefit it has for nature and the local community. We are also interested in making films with local schools. Riverlands is a national project, so this would be the perfect opportunity to promote the work of local photographers and film makers. Contact [email protected] 07741129245.

REF Re-ad-204-VOLR-OK12 JOB Saving Scotland's Red Squirrels - Volunteer Grey Squirrel Control Officers BE4 Ongoing LOC DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY PAY 0 FOR SCOTTISH WILDLIFE TRUST Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels are working in partnership with Dumfries & Galloway’s red squirrel networks to deliver red squirrel conservation in Annandale, Gatehouse, Glenkens, Kirkcudbright, Lower-Nithsdale, Mid-Nithsdale, & the Solway Forests. Together they utilise targeted grey squirrel control to prevent replacement of red squirrels by the invasive non-native grey squirrels. The control is delivered by a combination of project staff, landowners funded via The Forestry Grant Scheme, & volunteers, all trapping grey squirrels in carefully chosen project areas. You’ll be an ambassador for the network & the project, providing support to existing volunteers, project staff & partner organisations to deliver the project’s aims across the area. What we are looking for is someone with availability over a period of time, able to offer 4 days per month & enthusiastic about protecting red squirrels. For further information & to download application form visit https://c-js.co.uk/2QPvSWR. Please send completed application forms to [email protected].

REF Re-ad-379-VOLR-OK12 JOB VOLUNTEER OUTDOOR LEADERS - YOUTH BE4 Ongoing LOC CHATHAM GREEN, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX PAY Expenses & training FOR WILDERNESS FOUNDATION UK Volunteer Outdoor Leaders required for our environmental youth programme at our Essex base. Placements include: school visit group leaders (week days), forest school assistants (Saturdays), holiday day camps leaders (school holidays). Time commitment to suit, can be 1 - 5 days per month. Applicants should have: an interest in nature and the outdoors, an approachable and welcoming demeanour suitable for working with children aged 5 - 10yrs, ability to work safely and responsibly with children in the outdoors. Excellent opportunity to engage young people with the natural world, build experience and skills and get some quality outdoor activity for yourself too. Please contact [email protected] 0300 123 3073 for a volunteer form. A DBS will be processed through us, and you will be asked to complete basic child protection training.

REF 1474-VOLR-28/11 JOB COMMUNITY OUTREACH VOLUNTEER, RIVERLANDS BE4 1/12/19 LOC NATIONAL TRUST ESTATE OFFICE, HOLNICOTE, TA24 8TJ PAY Full training & travel expenses provided FOR NATIONAL TRUST Riverlands aims to increase local people’s connections with their rivers and streams and the wildlife found in them. The projects Engagement Officer, Sammy, is looking to recruit a team of volunteers to support her with this aspect of the project’s work. This role will involve helping to run community events, attending local events to meet people and promote the project, working with schools and families. This will be an extremely varied role with the opportunity to work with a diverse range of people from all ages and backgrounds. This project will also focus on working with those who will benefit the most from nature, reaching out to new audiences. This role would suit someone who is confident, outgoing, enjoys working with a wide variety of people and can inspire others. Training is provided. Contact [email protected] 07741129245.

REF 1475-VOLR-2/8 JOB FAMILY ENGAGEMENT VOLUNTEER BE4 N / A LOC WWT LONDON WETLAND CENTRE PAY Uniform & training provided* FOR WWT One of our biggest audiences are our families, and getting children enthused about wetlands at an early age is the best way to ensure they become future nature advocates. As a Family Engagement volunteer you will bring our site to life for family audiences, helping with our programmes of activities during weekends and school holidays. Examples of our holiday programmes include engaging children with pond life in our pond dipping sessions, assisting with Forest School-style Wild Play sessions and special events such as our much-loved Family Night Safaris. Full training and induction will be provided along with opportunities for more detailed training on specific areas of site biodiversity. *Free entry to all WWT centres, and a discount in the cafe and shop on volunteering days. Shifts are typically 10am - 4pm with 1 hour for lunch, depending on the season. Time commitment flexible. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://c-js.co.uk/2L7tV8A

REF Re-ad-1476-VOLR-OK12 JOB GARDEN VOLUNTEER BE4 Ongoing LOC TOTNES, SOUTH DEVON PAY Expenses paid and lunch provided FOR THE SHARPHAM TRUST If you want to learn more about gardening, tree-care and horticulture, you might like to join our team of garden volunteers. You can stay all or half a day, joining in all kinds of active, hands-on tasks to be done in our 18th century walled kitchen garden, our formal gardens (designed by Percy Cane) or our sublime woodland gardens. You don’t need experience - our gardener Bryony Middleton will give guidance each week. Plus you’ll enjoy a warm lunch with the Sharpham team. Contact Lucy Bell on 01803 731802 or email [email protected] to find out more information Page 14 CJS Weekly®: 21 June 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts REF 1477-VOLR-2/8 JOB SEASONAL RESERVE VOLUNTEER BE4 N / A LOC WWT LONDON WETLAND CENTRE PAY Uniform & training provided* FOR WWT Maintaining and developing a large nature reserve requires a lot of practical, hands-on physical tasks. Your role will be to provide regular support to the reserves team to provide our wildlife with the most beneficial of habitats, increase species biodiversity and ensure the reserve is functioning at its best by maintaining visitor access and on site facilities. We now have a limited number of places to join this team for the coming season. This is a great opportunity as a potential stepping stone for anyone wanting to gain further experience in a career in conservation. *Free entry to all WWT centres and a discount in the café and shop on volunteering days. Team workdays are from mid-July to mid-March, either Tuesdays or Wednesdays 9:30am - 4:30p. Time commitment flexible. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://c-js.co.uk/2JC5aBt

REF Re-ad-1478-VOLR-OK12 JOB ADOPT A PATH VOLUNTEER BE4 Ongoing LOC SOMERSET COUNTY WIDE PAY 0 FOR The Adopt a Path scheme is a great way to get outdoors, see the countryside near your home and get to meet some people who are really passionate about the countryside. At the same time by keeping the paths clear and open for others to enjoy perfect for getting out and about more. As a volunteer you will only need to walk the path 3-4 times a year so the role is completely flexible and can be combined with your dog walking or exercise. As an Adopt a Path volunteer you will: regularly (3-4 times per year) walk your adopted path(s); carry out regular light cutting back of vegetation from around gates, stiles, bridges, way mark posts and signposts, etc.; promote responsible use of the Public Rights of Way network through observing the Countryside Code; report to issues via Explore Somerset. Contact [email protected] for more info.

REF Re-ad-1479-VOLR-OK12 JOB CONSERVATION VOLUNTEER BE4 Ongoing LOC TOTNES, SOUTH DEVON PAY Expenses paid FOR THE SHARPHAM TRUST If you like gratifying, physical work outdoors, you can help us with the conservation of Sharpham’s breath-taking parkland - thought to have been laid out by England’s most famous landscaper Capability Brown - which surrounds Sharpham House, a Grade 1-listed Georgian villa. This summer the group will be helping to restore some of the paths and steps around the Estate and building some new fencing near the orchards. The volunteers have just finished creating a new oak circular bench beside the River Dart amid the reed-beds. Our conservation volunteers meet by the coach-yard at the back of Sharpham House. No experience is necessary as guidance will be given by group leader Martin Beat from our partners Ambios. Contact Lucy Bell on 01803 731802 or email [email protected] to find out more information

REF Re-ad-1480-VOLR-OK12 JOB TRAIL WATCHER: ENGLAND COAST PATH BE4 N / A LOC SOMERSET COUNTY WIDE PAY 0 FOR SOMERSET COUNTY COUNCIL The England Coast Path in Somerset currently stretches from Brean Down to . This section takes in 58 miles of the beautiful & diverse coast of Somerset. On clear days the fortified promontory of Brean Down offers panoramic views of the whole stretch to Minehead. The path takes you to Burnham on Sea, along the flood banks of the to & back to Stert Point then along the open coast to Hinkley Point. From Hinkley Point it heads west, passing through the historic port of , before continuing to Minehead. You will regularly walk your adopted path(s) (3-4 times per year); carry out regular light cutting back of vegetation from around gates, stiles, bridges, way mark posts & signposts; promote responsible use of the Public Rights of Way network; report any problems encountered. Contact [email protected]

REF 1481-VOLR-30/8 JOB WILDLIFE MONITORING VOLUNTEER, EXMOOR BE4 1/9/19 LOC NATIONAL TRUST ESTATE OFFICE, HOLNICOTE, TA24 8TJ PAY Full training provided FOR NATIONAL TRUST There are a wide range of wildlife surveys that you can get involved in throughout the year at Holnicote working alongside the Ranger team, this includes water vole monitoring as part of the Riverlands project, bat and butterfly surveys and more. No previous experience is required but attention to detail, willingness to work outside in variable weather conditions, your own transport and a commitment to the survey is essential. Contact [email protected] 07741129245.

REF Re-ad-1482-VOLR-OK12 JOB VISITOR CENTRES VOLUNTEERS BE4 Ongoing LOC HOLME DUNES, RANWORTH BROAD OR HICKLING ROAD PAY Training and expenses FOR NORFOLK WILDLIFE TRUST Several opportunities exist for volunteers to help in our busy seasonal visitor centres at Holme Dunes, Hickling Broad & Ranworth Broad, all of which are fabulous locations. You will be the welcoming face of NWT, sharing your enthusiasm, handling money & promoting our work. They are open 7 days a week, so there are a variety of flexible roles to fit into the rotas, incl regular commitments or more occasional cover, with a particular need for weekends & school holidays. We are especially keen to find more volunteers to help out at our Information Centre on Malthouse Staithe, near our Ranworth Broad Visitor Centre, especially on Sundays. For a full role description & to apply visit https://c-js.co.uk/2IUbPCv & send your application forms to [email protected]

REF Re-ad-1483-VOLR-OK12 JOB PARK EXPLORERS LEADERS BE4 Ongoing LOC MORDEN HALL PARK, SOUTH LONDON PAY 0 FOR NATIONAL TRUST Mondays in school term times. Help lead an innovative programme of weekly activities for children aged 18 months to 4 years & their parents / carers. Bring Morden Hall Park to life for families as they learn through outdoor activities, storytelling, crafts & songs. Friendly & enjoy working with families; enthusiastic about being outdoors, developing & leading activities that get young children hands on to explore & learn about the natural world. Enjoys storytelling, leading songs, creating & leading craft activities. Strong communicator with good customer service skills, enjoys being part of a team & comfortable leading & giving directions to others. Suitable for somebody looking to improve their CV & gain hands-on early years exp. Further information: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/volunteer. Chat: Learning Assistant 0208 5456853 [email protected] Page 15 CJS Weekly®: 21 June 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts REF Re-ad-1484-VOLR-OK12 JOB Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels – Volunteer Grey Squirrel Control Officers BE4 Ongoing LOC SCOTTISH BORDERS PAY 0 FOR SCOTTISH WILDLIFE TRUST Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels are working in partnership with the Scottish Borders red squirrel networks to deliver red squirrel conservation in Berwickshire, Teviot and Rule, Upper Tweed Valley and the surrounding areas. Together they utilise targeted grey squirrel control to prevent replacement of red squirrels by the invasive non-native grey squirrels. The control is delivered by a combination of project staff, landowners funded via The Forestry Grant Scheme, and volunteers, all trapping grey squirrels in carefully chosen project areas. You’ll be an ambassador for the networks & the project, providing support to existing volunteers, project staff and partner organisations to deliver the project’s aims across the area. For further information and to download an application form visit https://c-js.co.uk/2QPvSWR. Completed application forms to [email protected]

TCV: 60 years connecting people and places

It was late February 1959, yet Spring was in the air. Enjoying the day on Box Hill, Surrey, botanist David Bellamy was surprised to find a group of young people ripping up plants in a recently declared Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Discovering they were not vandals but volunteers clearing scrub with ‘The Conservation Corps’, he enthusiastically joined in!

2019: another warm February. In fact, the warmest on record. ‘The Conservation Corps,’ now The Conservation Volunteers (TCV), is celebrating its 60th anniversary. David Bellamy is still with us (a TCV Vice-president) but the world has changed. These days unseasonal sunshine is scary.

TCV too has changed over the decades, but it has held firm to one key insight: conservation volunteering is great for people and communities as well as Nature. When the Council for Nature founded The Conservation Corps in January 1959 it aimed to give young people some of the perceived benefits of National Service (then newly abolished). What those young volunteers gained - a sense of purpose, personal achievement and sheer fun - delighted and inspired them. (The Conservation Volunteers) In 1970 the organisation became an independent charity, the British Trust for Conservation Volunteers (BTCV) with the Duke of Edinburgh as Patron. Supported by people like, Sir , Bill Oddie, Spike Milligan, Cliff Richard and Lulu, it expanded its activities, including a registered membership scheme for 3,000 volunteers. In 1977 it set up a unique ecological park opposite the Tower of London, working with the London Queen's Silver Jubilee Committee.

Throughout the 1980’s, BTCV embraced urban environments and community action in the UK and abroad. Midweek projects gave unemployed and retired people more opportunities to get involved. BTCV established working holidays across Europe and launched the first of two successful Million Tree Campaigns following the Great Storm of 1987. The decade closed with BTCV membership at 10,000, its Natural Break conservation holiday programme the largest of its kind in Britain.

In the 1990s, BTCV pursued its goals for people and society through the government's New Deal and Millennium Volunteers programme, for which BTCV received the largest first round funding, leading to over 3,000 volunteering placements in the next decade.

The first BTCV Green Gym, set up in 1998 with ‘social (The Conservation Volunteers) prescribing’ pioneer Dr William Bird of Sonning Common, Berkshire, highlighted the health benefits of conservation volunteering.

The social significance of BTCV’s activities continued to grow in the new millennium. BTCV's Environments for All encouraged people from under-represented groups to take up environmental conservation. In 2001, BTCV was one of the UK’s largest environmental sector providers of training and support for the unemployed, while over £4 million from the New Opportunities Fund went to 500 community projects in deprived areas through the BTCV-managed People's Places Award Scheme. Sad eyesores near shopping centres became green community assets thanks to BTCV and the Prudential Grass Roots programme. BTCV’s significance to the sector was later recognised by five-year strategic funding from the Cabinet Office.

Page 16 CJS Weekly®: 21 June 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts The importance of conservation volunteering for health and well-being is reflected in the flourishing BTCV (now TCV) Green Gyms which celebrated their 20th anniversary in 2018, alongside projects with Mind, Birmingham Health Education Service and Dementia Adventure. TCV also won awards from the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the Royal Society for Public Health.

TCV also continues to meet the challenges facing the natural world with programmes such as the Greenwich Meantime Nursery, Big Tree Plant for DEFRA and I Dig Trees with OVO. Vital professional skills and knowledge have been nurtured by TCV’s Natural Talent and Natural Communities apprenticeships. TCV’s Community Network supports around 1000 local groups, with a dedicated website, competitively-priced insurance, discounts on merchandise, funding information, (The Conservation Volunteers) newsletter and access to grants. Membership (previously £38 annually) is now free to community groups, clubs, schools or local organisations that share TCV’s aims. Players of People's Postcode Lottery fund this and other programmes for community green spaces.

2019: in TCV’s diamond anniversary year, TCV goes on inspiring people across the UK to volunteer to improve local environments and biodiversity. People from across many communities are actively involved, well beyond the keen young conservers of the 1960s. In parks and community gardens, Local Nature Reserves, Sites of Special Scientific Interest, school and hospital grounds, waterways, wetlands and woodlands, they join in and feel good. To find out how you can help them go to www.tcv.org.uk

Every day TCV works across the UK to create healthier and happier communities for everyone - communities where our activities have a lasting impact on people’s health, prospects and outdoor places.

We do this by bringing people together to create, improve and care for green spaces. From local parks and community gardens to Local Nature Reserves and Sites of Special

Scientific Interest; from school grounds and hospital grounds to waterways, wetlands and woodlands; we connect people to the green spaces that form a vital part of any healthy, happy community.

Our team of dedicated, passionate staff and volunteers work with communities across England, Northern Ireland and Scotland and, through our Community Network, we support local community groups across the UK.

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Land and Countryside Management Planting figures in England decline and woefully short of target - Woodland Trust Tree planting statistics released today show the scale of the challenge in meeting the net zero emissions target Government has committed to, say the Woodland Trust. It will require a three-fold increase in current woodland creation levels. Figures however are up overall across the UK, mainly because of large increases in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, but figures for England are down. The Woodland Trust was responsible for planting 50% of the whole broadleaf woodland figure reported for England. The UK needs renewed ambition when it comes to tree planting and woodland expansion (Photo: Jill Jennings/WTML) Provisional figures released by the Forestry Commission* show that although the amount of new woodland created rose to 13,000 hectares from 9,000 the previous year across the UK, targets have been missed. In England just 1,420 hectares of woodland was created against the Government aspirational target of 5,000 per year. Woodland Trust director of conservation and external affairs Abi Bunker said: “The UK needs renewed ambition when it comes to tree planting and woodland expansion. The scale of what needs to be achieved to reach net zero targets is obvious; it will necessitate a three-fold increase on current levels. Let’s not shy away from the truth. It will be a challenge, it will cost money, it will mean tough choices, but the human race is at a crossroads for our environmental future. To avoid climate breakdown we have to act, that’s the reality we live in, tough choices, big challenge, but we can all rise to meet it head on.” Page 17 CJS Weekly®: 21 June 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts Bakkavör Alresford Salads Impacting Upper Itchen - Salmon & Trout Conservation Sewage and pesticides from a salad washing factory owned by Bakkavör Group Plc may present a serious threat to aquatic invertebrate life on a highly protected English chalkstream. The Environment Agency’s response to a formal notification of environmental damage made by S&TC in June 2018, pursuant to the Environmental Liability Directive, confirms the wild fish conservation charity’s fears: discharges from Bakkavör’s site at Alresford are threatening the fragile Upper Itchen and Alresford Pond. Bakkavör is a leading supplier of fresh food and salads to UK supermarkets. The EA’s wide-ranging investigation was prompted by the results of S&TC’s invertebrate sampling at a site immediately downstream of Bakkavör’s outflows. The threat from these activities was highlighted by Joe Crowley on the BBC’s Countryfile Chalkstream Special. The EA investigation firstly exposed a failing in the factory’s own sewage works. The sewage is now being tankered away and S&TC says discharges should not restart. The headwaters of a chalkstream is not the right place to dump sewage. The EA investigations also exposed a potential pesticide threat. The EA has not been able to rule out damage caused by traces of pesticides present on the salad leaves used by Bakkavör and which are being subsequently washed into the Upper Itchen. The EA is now undertaking more monitoring work. S&TC will follow the results of this work closely. The S&TC notification has highlighted a wider national issue, that of the EA being unable to look at the impact on wildlife from chronic, low level and cumulative exposure to combinations of different pesticides. This is directly relevant, not just to salad washing but to agriculture in general. S&TC will continue to raise its scientific evidence at the highest levels within UK Government and the European Commission to influence the changes required to provide our chalkstreams and all rivers with proper protection.

Isle of Wight celebrates becoming a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve – UNESCO Today marks a special day for the as it joins the UK’s UNESCO network as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve to celebrate and promote a more harmonious and sustainable relationship between people and nature. The Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (IW Wight AONB) contains some of Britain’s finest landscapes. UNESCO Biosphere Reserves are unique areas of environmental significance in which communities strive to work hand in hand, innovatively and responsibly to protect and support the local environment and the world we all live in. The Isle of Wight follows into the footsteps of the North Devon and Isle of Man Biosphere Reserves as England’s third and the UK’s seventh Biosphere Reserve. The award was made by the United Nations Man and Biosphere Co-ordinating Council, who met in Paris on Wednesday 19 June. This year’s Mardi Gras in Ryde will be a celebration of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, with over 30 schools, community organisations and off Island carnival companies joining the New Carnival Company on June 29.

New funding, awards and projects Some wonderful news from our Featured Charity Canal and River Trust: The Trust receives millions from People's Postcode Lottery We are delighted to announce funding of nearly £3 million thanks to support from players of People’s Postcode Lottery. The funding, which starts in June and runs for one year, will help fund important canal repairs, as well as work in communities up and down the network to bring the benefits of being beside water to local people. The Trust has been supported by the players of People’s Postcode Lottery since the charity was formed in 2012 and, thanks to this fantastic help, projects such as working alongside former military servicemen on canal heritage projects and work to improve the network’s important wildlife-rich hedgerows have received funding totalling £6.3m. In 2017 the Trust was invited to become a promoting society, and this new partnership arrangement has generated significant, legally unrestricted, funding for the Trust. During 2017 and 2018, the draws generated £4.5m for the Trust and supported priority projects such as works at the Grade 1 Listed Marple Aqueduct, Montgomery Canal restoration, bridge repairs in Birmingham, habitat protection at Sites of Special Scientific Interest, along with emergency repairs to the breach on the Shropshire Union Canal at Middlewich. Rachel Morton, senior corporate partnerships manager at Canal & River Trust, said: “We’re delighted that People’s Postcode Lottery recognises the value of the waterways to the mental and physical health of the nation. The funding we’ve received thanks to players has made a massive difference and we’re delighted that nearly £3 million this year will provide wellbeing for the benefit of all. Thank you to the players of People’s Postcode Lottery and their fantastic ongoing support.”

National Parks Protectors Fund Launch – UK National Parks A new partnership between Clif Bar and the UK National Parks will fund a series of major conservation projects taking place across five of the National Parks in 2019, as well as supporting the environmental protection of the remaining ten parks. Northumberland International Dark Sky Park, Barrowburn Cheviots at Sunset (c) Ian Glendinning The projects, funded by Clif Bar, range from the installation of a bug hotel bike rack in the Broads National Park, to woodland protection in the New Forest and an anti-light pollution programme in Northumberland National Park. Clif Bar has a long history of supporting environmental projects in the USA and Canada, but this is the first time the company has lent its support in the UK. The brand, which sells a range of energy bars to support active lifestyles, is committed to running a different kind of food company and is passionate about protecting the places in which it plays and to the communities in which it lives. Clif Bar’s support will play a lead role in bolstering the environmental protection programmes of the UK National Parks, which cover 9% of the land area of Great Britain and sustain a huge level of vital habitats and wildlife. The funding will enable the Page 18 CJS Weekly®: 21 June 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts establishment of the ‘National Parks Protectors Fund’ to support important conservation and environmental projects across UK National Parks. Clif Bar will also be donating a range of their energy bars to each National Park. All 15 of the UK’s National Parks will benefit in 2019, with those not running a special project still receiving a smaller grant to support their choice of conservation work during the year.

Nature fund announced: £1.8m given to biodiversity projects – Scottish Natural Heritage 14 projects across Scotland have been confirmed as the first recipients of Scottish Natural Heritage’s Biodiversity Challenge Fund, sharing a total of £1.8 million over a two-year period. The projects will take practical steps to improve natural habitats, safeguard plant and animal species and improve biodiversity. Minister for Rural Affairs and the Natural Environment, Mairi Gougeon, looking for wading birds on Cramond shoreline, with SNH’s Head of Geodiversity and Biodiversity, Dr Kath Leys (SNH) Biodiversity is all the different types of animals, plants and other organisms in our natural world. People know that is a big issue but not as many know that nature – and biodiversity loss – is also a global and generational threat to human well-being. However, enhancing our nature is also recognised as being part of the solution to the climate emergency. The funding will support large-scale projects that aim to deliver rapid change on the ground to help our most at-risk habitats and species, including mammals and birds, connect existing nature reserves and tackle non-native invasive species. Rural Affairs Minister Mairi Gougeon visited a newly funded project - The Wild Line – in Edinburgh. The Wild Line is a strip of wilderness that edges the land and the sea which has become increasingly narrow due to urban development. To boost nature and resilience to climate change, a network of species rich wildflower meadows to provide habitats for pollinators will be created. On shore retrofitting artificial habitats will enhance sea defences and protect people and nature against sea level rises providing homes for intertidal species, and invasive species, which outcompete native ones, will be removed. Minister for Rural Affairs and the Natural Environment Mairi Gougeon said: “I am delighted that, through the Biodiversity Challenge Fund, the Scottish Government and SNH can support these fantastic projects across the country to safeguard some of our most vulnerable species and habitats, and protect them from invasive species. Their success will play a crucial role in our efforts to improve nature and help Scotland meet its international biodiversity commitments.”

Park scoops top honour at mental health awards – Northumberland National Park Authority Northumberland National Park Authority has been recognised with a top honour for its outstanding approach to employee mental health and wellbeing. Championed by staff across the organisation following the untimely death of a colleague’s wife, the Park’s innovative mental wellbeing programme has won the ‘Best Mental Health Awareness Initiative Award’ at the inaugural Conscious Employer Awards. Founded by the not-for-profit group, Conscious Benefits, the Conscious Employer Awards celebrate companies of all shapes and sizes and the people behind them, recognising outstanding initiatives, best practice and world-class performances in the workplace. The judges were incredibly impressed with the Park’s determination to turn a tragic situation into positive change through the implementation of a business-wide wellbeing strategy. “Our mental wellbeing strategy has been carefully designed to create a long-term culture change across the Authority which will benefit employees for years to come, it isn’t a short-term fix,” said Mary Wallace, HR Officer at Northumberland National Park. “Our vision is to create an open and welcoming workplace environment where people are tuned-in to the emotions of their colleagues and feel like they can reach out for help if they need it. By sharing experiences and creating the space to talk freely, we hope to actively reduce the stigma around mental health.”

National Trust and National Lottery team up for Future Parks initiative – National Lottery Heritage Fund Eight towns and cities have been selected to take part in Future Parks, an £11million initiative that aims to secure the future of our urban parks and green spaces. It’s the first project of its kind in the UK and a pioneering partnership between the National Trust and The National Lottery Heritage Fund, with support from government. Through a package of grants and expert guidance, Future Parks aims to tackle, head on, the growing financial challenges facing public parks, which is putting them at serious risk. Local authorities and communities will be empowered to find innovative and sustainable ways to manage and fund parks and open spaces across entire towns and cities. Managing parks differently The desire and need to manage parks differently is clear. Eighty-one groups applied to be part of Future Parks, collectively asking for more than £60m for new plans. The eight places, covering a population of five million people, were chosen for their ambitious and creative strategies to put green spaces right at the heart of local communities. The projects will:  make green spaces central to everyday community life  give the public a bigger role in how they are managed  ensure parks contribute more to the public’s mental and physical health  transform the way parks are funded to secure their futures For instance, in Islington and Camden the councils will focus on using parks and green spaces to improve health and wellbeing by developing closer links to the NHS, health providers, doctors and health charities. Page 19 CJS Weekly®: 21 June 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts New Forest National Park woodlands to benefit from £10k thanks to new partnership with Clif Bar - New Forest National Park Authority UK National Parks and Clif Bar launch the National Parks Protectors Fund The New Forest National Park Authority has received £10,000 to help make woodlands better for wildlife thanks to a new partnership with energy bar company Clif Bar. The Working Woodlands project is one of five major conservation projects funded through the partnership with Clif Bar and the UK National Parks across five UK national parks. All 15 of the UK’s National Parks will benefit in 2019, with those not running one of the five special projects still receiving a smaller grant to support their choice of conservation work during the year. The Working Woodlands project aims to bring around 120 hectares of woodlands back into active management to improve biodiversity; make woodlands more resilient to unfavourable conditions such as disease; increase the amount of habitat available for many threatened and declining species; and train 150 people in woodland management skills. The project will also increase public access to woodland, create a detailed record of the current state of unmanaged woodlands, and give advice, support and training to woodland owners.

Land Trust Awards 2019 - Who were the big winners? - The Land Trust Frickley Country Park was the winner of Site of the Year and Health Site of the Year at the Land Trust’s annual awards ceremony. Several Land Trust sites, rangers and volunteers have been recognised for outstanding achievements at the event which was held in Ellesmere Port. Frickley Country Park in Yorkshire is a thriving site which has developed vastly over the years, transformed from a former colliery into a beautiful Country Park. The site attracted over 80,000 visitors last year and started a popular weekly parkrun event, which attracts hundreds of enthusiastic runners every Saturday morning. There were 11 awards categories, which included Volunteer of the Year, Ranger of the Year, Most Improved site of the Year and Project of the year, which was voted for on the day.

Animal and Wildlife News New road sign to improve road safety and protect animals – Department for Transport Areas where accident rates are highest could benefit from a new sign which warns of hazards due to animals in the road. Hundreds of people are injured every year in collisions involving animals in the road, according to the latest Department for Transport figures. In 2017, 629 people were injured in accidents involving an animal in the road (excluding horses) and 4 people were killed. Transport Secretary Chris Grayling has today (17 June 2019) unveiled a new traffic sign, featuring a hedgehog, which warns road users of hazards due to animals in the road ahead and could be placed in areas where accident rates are highest. Image: Department for Transport He is calling on local authorities and animal welfare groups to identify accident and wildlife hotspots where the sign should be located. The road sign is also designed to reverse the decline in wildlife numbers, in particular, hedgehogs whose population in rural areas has halved since 2000. Chris Grayling said: “We have some of the safest roads in the world but we are always looking at how we can make them safer. Motorcyclists and other vulnerable road users are particularly at risk. The new small mammal warning sign should help to reduce the number of people killed and injured, as well as helping our precious small wild mammal population to flourish.” The small wildlife sign complements other warning signs already used on UK roads, filling a gap between warnings about smaller animals such as migratory toads and wildfowl, and large animals such as deer and livestock. Jill Nelson, CEO at People’s Trust for Endangered Species, said: “At PTES roadkill has long been a concern, which is why we launched our Mammals on Roads survey. We have also joined forces with the British Hedgehog Preservation Society to deliver the Hedgehog Street campaign, meeting with Mr Grayling to express our concerns for hedgehogs on roads and elsewhere. We welcome this focus on road safety and protection for all small mammals.”

Rare hazel dormice reintroduced to Nottinghamshire woodland - People’s Trust for Endangered Species This week, wildlife charity People’s Trust for Endangered Species (PTES) in partnership with Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust and Nottinghamshire Dormouse Group, are releasing 11 hazel dormice (Muscardinus avellanarius) into an undisclosed woodland location near Retford, in Nottinghamshire. Despite being incredibly cute, these charismatic creatures are also critically endangered. PTES’ State of Britain’s Dormice 2016 report confirmed that hazel dormice not only went extinct from 17 English counties since the end of the 19th century, but that recent records reveal populations have probably fallen by a third since 2000. Loss of woodland and hedgerow habitat, as well as changes to traditional countryside management practices, are all factors which have caused this decline. This further release of animals will bolster the existing reintroduced populations of hazel dormice already in the area by increasing genetic diversity and therefore helping the long-term survival of this endangered species. The 2019 release follows three previous reintroductions which took place in 2013, 2014 and 2015. These three woodlands are all owned by the Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust and are located within a 5- radius of each other. Ian White, Dormouse & Training Officer at PTES explains: “This week’s release is the next phase of a wider landscape project, as this site was where we released 40 dormice. Over the last five years, we’ve reintroduced over 100 hazel dormice into this part of the county, in three different woodlands. By releasing more dormice again this year, we hope to achieve our aim of connecting the three separate populations and increasing the gene pool, consequently creating a dormouse stronghold in the region.”

Page 20 CJS Weekly®: 21 June 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts Scientific Research, Results and Publications Migratory hoverflies ‘key’ as many insects decline - University of Exeter Migratory hoverflies are “key” to pollination and controlling crop pests amid the decline of many other insect species, new research shows. University of Exeter scientists studied the movements of migratory hoverflies and were surprised to find up to four billion migrate to and from Britain each year. The study shows these numbers have been relatively stable over the last decade, and such abundance means migratory hoverflies pollinate many billions of flowers and produce larvae that eat up to ten trillion aphids. “The number of migrating hoverflies coming and going over Britain was much higher than we had expected,” said Dr Karl Wotton, Royal Society research fellow at the University of Exeter. “They are widely considered to be the second most important pollinators, after bees. Migrating hoverflies arrive in Britain in spring and, with a month-long life cycle, those that leave are descendants of the spring arrivals. “We are net exporters of hoverflies,” said Dr Jason Chapman, of the Centre for Ecology and Conservation on the University of Exeter’s Penryn Campus in Cornwall. "Each female can lay up to 400 eggs and, though many die as eggs or larvae, the departing population in autumn is larger than that arriving in spring. As well as their vital pollinating and aphid-eating roles, migrating hoverflies provide food for a range of predators including birds. Migrating insects are generally bucking the trend of decline that we’re seeing with many other insects." The paper, published in the journal Current Biology, is entitled: “Mass seasonal migrations of hoverflies provide extensive pollination and crop protection services.”

The complex fate of Antarctic species in the face of a changing climate – University of Plymouth Research by the University of Plymouth and the examined how marine invertebrates were being impacted by reduced ocean oxygen Professor John Spicer collecting intertidal amphipods from South Cove (photo credit: Simon Morley) Oxygen concentrations in both the open ocean and coastal waters have declined by 2-5% since at least the middle of the 20th century. This is one of the most important changes occurring in an ocean becoming increasingly modified by human activities, with raised water temperatures, carbon dioxide content and nutrient inputs. Through this, humans are altering the abundances and distributions of marine species but the decline in oxygen could pose a new set of threats to marine life. Writing in Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B, scientists present support for the theory that marine invertebrates with larger body size are generally more sensitive to reductions in oxygen than smaller animals, and so will be more sensitive to future global climate change. It is widely believed that the occurrence of gigantic species in polar waters is made possible by the fact that there is more oxygen dissolved in ice cold water than in the warmer waters of temperate and tropic regions. So as our ocean warms and oxygen decreases, it has been suggested that such oxygen limitation will have a greater effect on larger than smaller marine invertebrates and fish.

All eyes on a new worm species – JNCC There’s a worm at the bottom of the sea – and it’s been discovered off the Scottish coast by a team of scientists from the Joint Nature Conservation Committee (JNCC), Marine Scotland Science (MSS) and Thomson Environmental Consultants. But this isn’t an ordinary worm – the newcomer has a unique anatomy with its eyes in its head and in its bottom. Ampharete oculicirrata ©R.Barnich This new species, now given the scientific name Ampharete oculicirrata, was collected by scientists from JNCC and MSS whilst surveying the West Shetland Shelf Marine Protected Area. The West Shetland Shelf MPA has been designated to protect a wide variety of important sand and gravel habitats and is equivalent in size to the Cairngorm National Park. The survey was the first to explore the animals within and on the in this area and marks the beginning of a programme of long-term monitoring. As part of this undertaking, sandy areas of previously unexplored seabed were targeted for detailed examination by the scientists on board the MRV Scotia. During the identification process back onshore it became apparent that a completely unknown species of worm was present.

Scientific Publications Maria Bortot, Christian Agrillo, Aurore Avarguès-Weber, Angelo Bisazza, Maria Elena Miletto Petrazzini and Martin Giurfa Honeybees use absolute rather than relative numerosity in number discrimination (open access) Biology Letters Volume 15, Issue 6 doi.org/10.1098/rsbl.2019.0138

David W. Redding, Alex L. Pigot, Ellie E. Dyer, Çağan H. Şekercioğlu, Salit Kark & Tim M. Blackburn Location-level processes drive the establishment of alien bird populations worldwide Nature (2019) doi.org/10.1038/s41586-019-1292-2 Page 21 CJS Weekly®: 21 June 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts Ricardo Cavicchioli et al, Scientists’ warning to humanity: microorganisms and climate change (open access) Nature Reviews Microbiology doi.org/10.1038/s41579-019-0222-5

Emily Shepard; Emma-Louise Cole; Andrew Neate; Emmanouil Lempidakis; Andrew Ross Wind prevents cliff-breeding birds from accessing nests through loss of flight control (open access) eLife 2019;8:e43842 doi: 10.7554/eLife.43842

Sustainability, Climate Change and Pollution Boaty McBoatface’s debut outing sheds new light on the warming ocean abyss – University of The first mission involving the autonomous submarine vehicle Autosub Long Range (better known as “Boaty McBoatface”) has for the first time shed light on a key process linking increasing Antarctic winds to rising sea temperatures. Data collected from the expedition, published today (Monday 17 June) in the scientific journal PNAS, will help climate scientists build more accurate predictions of the effects of climate change on rising sea levels. Boaty McBoatface travelled 180km on the bed (credit: Povl Abrahamsen, BAS) The research, which took place in April 2017, studied the changing temperatures at the bottom of the Southern Ocean. During the three day mission, Boaty travelled 180 kilometres through mountainous underwater valleys measuring the temperature, saltiness and turbulence of the water at the bottom of the ocean. Using an echo sounder to navigate, Boaty successfully completed the perilous route, reaching depths of up to 4000 , to re-unite with the rest of the project team at the programmed rendezvous location where the sub was recovered and measurements collected along its route were downloaded. In recent decades, winds blowing over the Southern Ocean have been getting stronger due to the hole in the ozone layer above and increasing greenhouse gases. The data collected by Boaty, along with other ocean measurements collected from research vessel RRS James Clark Ross, have revealed a mechanism that enables these winds to increase turbulence deep in the Southern Ocean, causing warm water at mid depths to mix with cold, dense water in the abyss. The resulting warming of the water on the sea bed is a significant contributor to rising sea levels. However, the mechanism uncovered by Boaty is not built into current models for predicting the impact of increasing global temperatures on our oceans.

UK river more polluted than Great Pacific Garbage Patch – Greenpeace Hollywood film star Bonnie Wright joins scientists and campaigners to investigate plastic pollution in the river Wye. They are collecting macro and microplastic samples from three different points along the Wye using a filtering device called a manta net. Every UK river tested by Greenpeace found to contain microplastics River Mersey is proportionally more polluted than the Great Pacific Garbage patch Government urged to introduce plastic reduction targets and create environmental watchdog in upcoming Environment Bill The UK’s River Mersey contains proportionally more plastic pollution than the infamous Great Pacific Garbage Patch, an area recognised by scientists as one of the most plastic-polluted expanses of water on earth. This was one of the findings of a new scientific study released today (June 19th) by Greenpeace which reveals that every one of 13 UK rivers tested were contaminated with microplastics. Greenpeace is urging the UK government to set legally-binding plastic reduction targets in the upcoming Environment Bill and to create an independent environmental watchdog with proper powers to enforce those targets. Scientists and campaigners collected water samples in February and March at separate points along each of the 13 rivers, which were analysed by Greenpeace scientists at the University of Exeter using a cutting-edge infrared plastic detector called a fourier-transform infrared spectrometer (FTIR). Access the report: Upstream: microplastics in UK rivers

Public wants urgent political action on environment and climate change – The Wildlife Trusts On Wednesday 26th June, thousands of people from across the country will visit Westminster for face-to-face meetings with their MP Seven in 10 British people are demanding urgent political action to combat climate change and protect the natural environment 71% want their local MP to support ambitious plans to protect the natural environment and tackle climate change 81% of Brits think that tackling climate change and protecting the natural world are issues of concern for all generations A clear majority (69%) of Brits want to see urgent political action to protect the natural environment and combat climate change, according to new research from The Climate Coalition and Greener UK. Against a backdrop of increasingly dire warnings of temperature rises and species extinction, seven in 10 (71%) also want their MP to support ambitious plans to tackle these twin challenges. The research also highlights how the environment and climate change have become mainstream issues. Over three quarters (76%) of British people acknowledge that science shows a clear need for urgent action on climate change and the natural environment, while the vast majority (81%) of Brits see these issues as transcending generations, from children, to parents, and grandparents.

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Training: August 2019

Events 16/08/2019 Birdfair 2017 3 Day Rutland Water Nature Reserve, Oakham, Leicestershire & Rutland Wildlife Trust and the RSPB. Contact: [email protected] http://c-js.info/2qZqgh1 18/08/2019 16th European Heathlands Workshop: Heathlands in a crowded world 7 Day Dorset and the New Forest, Bournemouth University. Contact: https://c-js.info/2PIy4OT 27/08/2019 ZSL Animal Careers Conference 1 Day ZSL London Zoo, ZSL. Contact: https://c-js.info/2vxLJ3E

Administrative and Office Skills 01/08/2019 Winter ASSETT 4 Day Minerva Mill – Large meeting room, Station Road, Alcester, Warwickshire, B49 5ET, Arbtech Consulting Ltd. Contact: [email protected] https://arbtech.co.uk/winter-asset-2019/ Help bridge the industry’s key failing: the gap between graduating in a relevant environmental subject & undertaking professional work as a consultant. Course dates: 1 August, 29 August, 12 September & 3 October 2019. Fees can be paid upfront or offset by the paid work the candidates will do for Arbtech, once the course is completed. £300 inclusive of VAT. 03/08/2019 Wild Skills Week 5 Day Preston Montford Field Centre, Growing Confidence Project, Field Studies Council. Contact: 01743 852040 gc@field-studies- council.org http://www.field-studies-council.org/gc Immerse yourself in nature. Spend five days on this action packed residential based on land and water. Brush up your wildlife watching and identification skills, go canoeing and have a go at greenwood working. Gain your John Muir Discovery Award; also suitable for Gold Duke of Edinburgh. For ages 16-25 06/08/2019 MapInfo Foundation Training 2 Day Talgarth, South Wales, exeGeSIS SDM Ltd. Contact: 01874 713066 [email protected] http://www.esdm.co.uk/mapinfo-training-courses Ideal for Environmental & Ecological Professionals. Please quote CJS when requesting pricing to activate course discount. Course includes: Tea & coffee refreshments and lunch; training manual; free post-course support 06/08/2019 QGIS: Migrating to QGIS 1 Day This practical one-day course is intended for current GIS users and provides a rapid orientation to QGIS. Whether you intend to move wholesale to QGIS, or alternatively to establish it in a support role, alongside your current GIS software, this course aims to get you mapping in QGIS with the minimum of delay. 13/08/2019 ArcGIS: Introductory 2 Day This course introduces the underlying principles of Geographical Information Systems and examines the processes involved in the capture, storage, analysis and presentation of spatial data. This course is intended for those who have little or no GIS knowledge or who wish to undertake some formalized training in ArcGIS having been largely self-taught in the past. Above two courses with GeoData, University of Southampton. Contact: 023 8059 2719 [email protected] http://www.geodata.soton.ac.uk/training/ 13/08/2019 QGIS Foundation Training 2 Day Ideal for Environmental & Ecological Professionals. Please quote CJS when requesting pricing to activate course discount. Course includes: Tea & coffee refreshments and lunch; training manual; free post-course support 20/08/2019 QGIS Intermediate Training 1 Day Ideal for Environmental & Ecological Professionals. Please quote CJS when requesting pricing to activate course discount. Course includes: Tea & coffee refreshments and lunch; training manual; free post-course support Above two courses with exeGeSIS SDM Ltd in Talgarth, South Wales. Contact: 01874 713066 [email protected] http://www.esdm.co.uk/qgis-training-courses 20/08/2019 ArcGIS: Advanced 2 Day In this course the basic functionality of the main elements of ArcGIS (ArcMap, Catalog and ArcToolbox) is expanded upon and some extensions are introduced. Topics covered include: geodatabases; advanced labelling and symbology; advanced editing; using model builder; GIS customization with Python; extensions, online data, manipulating coordinate systems and spatial analysis/statistics tools. 22/08/2019 ArcGIS Model builder - streamlining data processing 1 Day This one-day course provides an introduction to ArcGIS model builder and how you can use it to streamline data processing tasks. You will be introduced to ArcToolbox and gain a deeper understanding of geoprocessing tools. This course is intended for regular ArcMap users who wish to improve their technical knowledge to automate data processing. Above two courses with GeoData, University of Southampton. Contact: 023 8059 2719 [email protected] http://www.geodata.soton.ac.uk/training/

Community Engagement and Environmental Education 03/08/2019 Platforms and Tree Houses for Outdoor Play 1 Day Rotherwick, Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust. Contact: 01489774400 [email protected] https://c- js.co.uk/2Zee6BR 17/08/2019 Woodland Activity Leader Training 7 Day Findhorn, Wild things!. Contact: 01309 690450 [email protected] https://wild-things.org.uk/our-events/woodland- activity-leader-training-walt/ If you are interested in enhancing your skills to lead groups in a woodland environment, training to become a Woodland Activity Leader will provide you with the learning and knowledge you require. Woodland Activity Leader Training is an accredited outdoor learning course and an alternative to forest school training. Page 23 CJS Weekly®: 21 June 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts First Aid, Risk Assessment and other Health & Safety Related Courses 05/08/2019 Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF) 3 Day Pinkston Paddlesports, The Adventure Academy CIC. Contact: 0141 628 8520 [email protected] https://theadventureacademy.org.uk/event/l3-award-in-first-aid-at-work-5-7-aug-2019-pinkston-glasgow/ The First Aid at Work course is a three day course designed for higher risk work environments. 13/08/2019 IOSH Managing Safety 3 Day Kensington, London, APIS Solutions. Contact: 01522 753568 [email protected] http://www.apissolutions.co.uk 13/08/2019 ROLO Health, Safety & Environmental Awareness 1 Day Settle BD24 9DN, Lowe Maintenance Training . Contact: 01729 825132 [email protected] http://www.lowe- maintenance.co.uk This one day course is a pre requisite for anyone within the land based industries who require a CSCS card to work on sites 23/08/2019 Emergency First Aid at Work 1 Day at Algo Business Centre, Perth Designed for low risk workplaces covering basic first aid skills and the roles and responsibilities of the Appointed Person. Theoretical training and practical scenarios are used together to incrementally develop skills throughout the course. Come prepared to be active and participate in progressive scenario practice. 23/08/2019 Emergency First Aid at Work + Forestry 1 Day at Algo Business Centre, Perth This course is specifically required by forestry workers to allow them to work for the Forestry Commission and other similar organisations. Theoretical training and practical scenarios are used together, and are progressed to being based in remote forestry locations. 24/08/2019 Outdoor First Aid 2 Days at EICA, Ratho, Edinburgh Suitable for all types of outdoor practitioners. Theoretical training and practical scenarios are used together, and are progressed to being based in remote locations, potentially several hours from help. You will be very active on this course, both inside and outdoors. 28/08/2019 Outdoor First Aid 2 Days in Mugdock Country Park, Glasgow, Suitable for all types of outdoor practitioners. Theoretical training and practical scenarios are used together, and are progressed to being based in remote locations, potentially several hours from help. You will be very active on this course, both inside and outdoors. Above courses with First Aid Training Cooperative. Contact: 07585723763 [email protected] http://www.firstaidtrainingcooperative.co.uk/outdoor

Identification and Field Survey Skills - Herpetology, Fish and Invertebrates 02/08/2019 Field ID of Shieldbugs 1 Day Box Moor Trust, Hemel Hempstead, FSC BioLinks. Contact: 01743 852125 [email protected] https://www.field-studies-council.org/individuals-and-families/courses/2019/ho/field-id-of-shieldbugs.aspx There are around 45 species of shieldbugs. They are characteristic, colourful, and immediately identifiable bugs, found in most habitat types. Learn about their ecology and how to identify them in the field. 02/08/2019 Micro-Moths of the Shropshire Borders 3 Day Following publication of the excellent field guide by Sterling, Parsons and Lewington in 2012 interest in micro moths has increased dramatically. This long weekend is aimed at anyone familiar with macro moth species, who would now like expert help with the identification of micros. 05/08/2019 Butterflies and Moths 4 Day Develop skills in identification, trapping and methods to encourage butterflies and moths into our gardens. Butterfly walks and light trap catches will be used as field observation tools interspersed with slide talks and identification workshops. Above tow courses at Preston Montford, Field Studies Council. Contact: 01743 852040 [email protected] http://c-js.co.uk/1tw0v3h 09/08/2019 Beginners Moths of the Devon Coast 3 Day Slapton Ley, Field Studies Council. Contact: 01548 580466 [email protected] http://c-js.co.uk/1tw0v3h On this brand new course we will run moth traps along the stunning Devon Coast at sites such as Prawle Point and Slapton Ley National Nature Reserve. This course is aimed at total beginners with moths as well as those who want to go back to the basics of learning about moth families. 09/08/2019 Practical Microscopy: Go It Alone Weekend 3 Day Flatford Mill, Field Studies Council. Contact: 01206 297110 [email protected] http://c-js.co.uk/1tw0v3h This long weekend is a chance for microscopists to get together and pursue their hobby in a laboratory, unhindered by distractions. There will be no tutor, but help will be forthcoming for those with less experience from participants with expertise and skills in a wide range of subjects. 09/08/2019 Finding and Identifying Beetles and Other Invertebrates 2 Day Margam, Field Studies Council. Contact: 01639 895636 [email protected] http://c-js.co.uk/1tw0v3h This course will cover practical aspects of finding, identifying and recording beetles and other invertebrates. The main focus will be on beetles, but a number of other invertebrate groups will also be dealt with, though in less detail. 10/08/2019 Introduction to identifying and recording freshwater invertebrates and adult riverflies One Day Berrycroft Hub, Sharon and Peter Flint. Contact: 07919820654 [email protected] http://www.berrycrofthub.com A sampling,identification and recording workshop aiming to introduce the participants to both the adult and juvenile stages of aquatic insects. Lifecycles, ecology and conservation explored with training given. Workshop limited to 10 places. 11/08/2019 An Introduction to Skep Beekeeping - Keeping Bees in Baskets 1 Day Westmill Farm, Watchfield, SN6 6JZ, Bees for Development. Contact: 01602 714848 [email protected] http://www.beesfordevelopment.org A concise, one day course on the art of skep beekeeping. Participants will learn about the history of skeps, referencing some of the old master skeppists, their varying styles of skeps and systems of management. The course will include hands on sessions with artefacts and tools and techniques.

Page 24 CJS Weekly®: 21 June 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts 14/08/2019 Slug Identification 1 Day Bishops Wood, Field Studies Council. Contact: 01299 250513 [email protected] http://c-js.co.uk/1tw0v3h This course includes an introduction to slugs and a review of the 45 or so species now present in the UK. Participants are asked to bring some slugs from their gardens, proven to be an excellent way of helping to map the distributions of this much under-recorded group of species. 14/08/2019 Learn To Love Bees 1 Day Lesnes Abbey Wood, SE London, FSC BioLinks. Contact: 01743 852125 [email protected] https://www.field- studies-council.org/individuals-and-families/courses/2019/ho/learn-to-love-bees.aspx There are?over 220?species of solitary?bee, nearly 20 species of bumblebee and 1 species of honeybee?in Britain.? This course is a very gentle introduction for those interested in learning more about bees and how to tell some common species apart. 15/08/2019 Wetlands of Surrey 1 Day Bay Pond, Godstone, Surrey Wildlife Trust. Contact: 01372 379523 [email protected] https://www.surreywildlifetrust.org/events/2019-08-15-wetlands-surrey Wetlands and ponds provide the perfect habitat for a variety of species. Learn what they are before finding them by pond dipping. 16/08/2019 Introduction to the Insect Orders 2 Day Margam, Field Studies Council. Contact: 01639 895636 [email protected] http://c-js.co.uk/1tw0v3h This course introduces this charismatic group of invertebrates with a range of classroom-based and practical sessions. The course will introduce the group and cover key identification characteristics as well as field survey techniques of both adults and nymphs. 17/08/2019 Beekeeping for Beginners 1 Day Workshop 1 Day Langtoft, near Peterborough, Bees for Business. Contact: 01778 487924 [email protected] https://c-js.co.uk/2DEnYfS Our 5-star rated workshop teaches anyone interested in keeping bees how to do so confidently and safely - you'll learn everything you need to know including how to spot for disease, handle the bees and harvest honey! 17/08/2019 Spider ID 1 Day Wotton-under-Edge, Glos, Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust. Contact: 01452 383333 [email protected] https://www.gloucestershirewildlifetrust.co.uk/events/2019-08-17-course-spider-identification Discover the intricate world of spiders with spider specialist Glenn Norris. Following an introduction on spider life histories, make your own mini spi-pot and head into vast and varied Lower Woods to learn to use spi-pots and keys to identify and record your live finds, before releasing them. 9.30am-4pm 19/08/2019 Highland Butterflies and Moths 5 Day Kindrogan, Field Studies Council. Contact: 01250 870 150 [email protected] http://c-js.co.uk/1tw0v3h Enjoy the butterflies and moths of the Scottish Highlands in summer. Electric observation lights will be operated to attract a wide range of moths. There will be daytime field visits to a variety of habitats to observe butterflies such as the Scotch Argus. 23/08/2019 Leaf-Mining Moths of the Surrey Downs 2 Day Juniper Hall, Field Studies Council. Contact: 01306 734501 [email protected] http://c-js.co.uk/1tw0v3h On this course you will enter the exciting world of leaf-mining moth caterpillars in the beautiful downland setting of Juniper Hall. You will learn to identify the signs left behind by these moth caterpillars as they eat away at leaves of different tree species. 26/08/2019 Beekeeping for Beginners 1 Day Workshop 1 Day Langtoft, near Peterborough, Bees for Business. Contact: 01778 487924 [email protected] https://c-js.co.uk/2DEnYfS Our 5-star rated workshop teaches anyone interested in keeping bees how to do so confidently and safely - you'll learn everything you need to know including how to spot for disease, handle the bees and harvest honey!

Identification and Field Survey Skills - Mammals 03/08/2019 An Introduction to Wildlife Surveying 1 Day Woods Mill, Henfield, West Sussex, Sussex Wildlife Trust. Contact: 01273 497544 [email protected] https://sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk/whats-on/2019-08-03-an-introduction-to-wildlife-surveying-03082019 This new course gives you a unique opportunity to learn about the various methods and equipment that are used to survey a range of wildlife groups. The course will include a series of 'taster sessions' on how to survey birds, butterflies, bats, reptiles, moths, small mammals, hedgehogs and other wildlife. 06/08/2019 An Introduction to Bats 1 Day The Kingcombe Centre, Dorset Wildlife Trust. Contact: 01300 320684 [email protected] http://www.kingcombe.org Would you like to learn all about bats? Aimed at beginners, this workshop will introduce you to the basics of bat biology and ecology. 09/08/2019 Hedgehog Ecology 1 Day Gloucester, Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust. Contact: 01452 383333 [email protected] https://www.gloucestershirewildlifetrust.co.uk/events/2019-08-09-course-hedgehog-ecology Hedgehog numbers have declined by a third in the last decade, but changes in land management can help reverse their decline. Learn about how hedgehogs live, threats to their survival, and the small changes that can dramatically improve the landscape for this iconic animal. 9:30 - 16.00. 09/08/2019 Ecology of the Hazel Dormouse 1 Day Wadhurst Park, East Sussex., Sussex Wildlife Trust. Contact: 01273 497544 [email protected] https://sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk/whats-on/2019-08-09-ecology-of-the-hazel-dormouse-09082019 The course will provide an introduction to the iconic hazel dormouse, covering its ecology distribution and habitat preferences, along with survey and monitoring techniques. 10/08/2019 Discovering Bats in Epping Forest 1 Day Epping Forest, Field Studies Council. Contact: 020 8502 8500 [email protected] http://c-js.co.uk/1tw0v3h Page 25 CJS Weekly®: 21 June 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts This extensive day and evening course assumes no previous knowledge of bats. Topics include identification, biology and echolocation with the chance to have a closer look at bats both in the laboratory and the field. Participants will learn about the behaviour of UK bat species as well as nomenclature and classification. 12/08/2019 Zoo Academy (15-17 year olds) 8 Day ZSL Whipsnade Zoo, ZSL. Contact: https://www.zsl.org/zoo-academy-15-17-year-olds ZSL Zoo Academy is an eight-day course which includes study sessions on different exotic species and more than 20 hours practical experience in the zoo. Our exciting animal-based course is designed for 15-17 year olds who wish to become vets, vet nurses, zoo keepers or pursue other animal related careers/studies. 16/08/2019 Scottish Mammals 3 Day Kindrogan, Field Studies Council. Contact: 01250 870 150 [email protected] http://c-js.co.uk/1tw0v3h The latest in a series of in-depth courses covering a variety of mammal species in the Scottish Highlands. This weekend will introduce the biology, ecology and conservation status of pine marten, red squirrel, otter and water vole with an emphasis on the importance of fieldwork techniques, tracks and signs. 17/08/2019 Dormouse Ecology & Conservation 1 Day Wildwood, , The Mammal Society. Contact: 02380 010984 [email protected] https://www.mammal.org.uk/training/courses/ Recognised as the definitive course on dormouse ecology, survey and monitoring and ideal for those with a general interest or working towards their Dormouse Handling Licence. Includes a visit to check nest boxes, information on relevant legislation, best practice guidance and may include the opportunity to handle dormice under supervision. 21/08/2019 Combined otter ecology and survey with development and mitigation 2 Day This is a two-day course combining both the 'Otter ecology & survey' course on Day 1 with the 'Otters and development, including mitigation' course on Day 2. 21/08/2019 Otter ecology & survey 1 Day This introductory course will provide you with the skills and knowledge to undertake otter surveys and provide reports in accordance with best practice guidance. 22/08/2019 Otters and development, including mitigation focusing on highway projects 1 Day This advanced course is aimed at people who have attended our 'Otter ecology & survey' course or who are already experienced in undertaking otter surveys and have a good understanding of otter ecology. Following attendance, you should be able to design appropriate survey and mitigation strategies and successfully apply for otter mitigation licences. Above three courses with Richard Green Ecology Ltd, 9C Mill Park Ind Est, White Cross Rd, Woodbury Salterton, Exeter EX5 1EL. Contact: 01395 239234 [email protected] https://c-js.co.uk/2xTQqck 23/08/2019 Land Mammal Identification 3 Day Preston Montford, Field Studies Council. Contact: 01743 852040 [email protected] http://c- js.co.uk/1tw0v3h An exciting opportunity to encounter and identify many British mammals through field signs, live trapping and sightings. The course is practical-based with field visits and laboratory sessions designed to introduce a range of detection and identification skills. *MMU 23/08/2019 Dormouse Ecology & Conservation 1 Day at Callow Rock, Somerset Recognised as the definitive course on dormouse ecology, survey and monitoring and ideal for those with a general interest or working towards their Dormouse Handling Licence. Includes a visit to check nest boxes, information on relevant legislation, best practice guidance and may include the opportunity to handle dormice under supervision. 30/08/2019 Mammal Identification Weekend 3 Days at Juniper Hall, Surrey The Mammal Identification Weekend provides a great chance to learn the key distinguishing features of all UK mammal species. Classroom sessions will cover the key visual clues to identification, tracks, feeding signs, nests, burrows, sounds, droppings & skeletal remains. Above two courses with The Mammal Society. Contact: 02380 010984 [email protected] 31/08/2019 Bats and their Natural History 1 Day Regents Park, Field Studies Council. Contact: 01306 734501 [email protected] http://c-js.co.uk/1tw0v3h Learn about bats on this course in The Regent's Park with emphasis on the 17 species of British bats. Topics include their biology, evolution and environmental requirements for feeding, living and breeding, etc, as well as classification and names of our native species.

Identification and Field Survey Skills - Ornithology 04/08/2019 Birds of South Devon 5 Day Slapton Ley, Field Studies Council. Contact: 01548 580466 [email protected] http://c-js.co.uk/1tw0v3h This course provides an opportunity to develop your knowledge and experience of birds within this classic English landscape. Ranging from the coastline up onto the rugged contours of Dartmoor National Park, we explore the birdlife around us, but also take stock of the diverse native flora and fauna, which are such an integral part of each habitat. 10/08/2019 BTO Bird Identification 2 Day Castle Head, Field Studies Council and BTO. Contact: 01539 538120 [email protected] http://c- js.co.uk/1tw0v3h Learn how to identify Britain's birds with confidence and discover how there is a BTO survey that you can take part in. These courses begin with the basics of identifying birds by sight and progress during your stay to identifying the commoner species by songs and calls as well. 30/08/2019 BTO Bird Identification 2 Day Rhyd-y-creuau, Field Studies Council and BTO. Contact: 01690 710494 [email protected] http://c- js.co.uk/1tw0v3h Learn how to identify Britain's birds with confidence and discover how there is a BTO survey that you can take part in - no matter what your bird-watching experience. These courses begin with the basics of identifying birds by sight and progress during your stay to identifying the commoner species by songs and calls as well. Page 26 CJS Weekly®: 21 June 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts Identification and Field Survey Skills - Plants and Habitats 01/08/2019 Arable Plant Identification and Ecology 1 Day Micheldever, Hampshire, Species Recovery Trust. Contact: 01722 322539 [email protected] https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/arable-plant-identification-and-ecology-tickets-50525351687 A one-day course giving participants familiarity with several common and endangered arable plants and a chance to look at and learn about different conservation techniques and arable management options 01/08/2019 Chalk Grasslands Across the County 1 Day Nower Wood, Leatherhead, Surrey Wildlife Trust. Contact: 01372 379523 [email protected] https://www.surreywildlifetrust.org/events/2019-08-01-chalk-grasslands-across-county Find out more about the chalk grassland covering Surrey and why it is home to such a variety of flora and fauna. 01/08/2019 Introduction to Phase 1 Survey 1 Day Parc Slip Wildlife Trust Visitor Centre, Glamorgan CF32 0EH, Tim Rich WYG. Contact: 0113 278 7111 [email protected] https://www.wyg.com/news-and-press-releases/botanical-training-courses- An introduction to this fundamental survey methodology, including its value and some limitations. It will comprise field surveys to practice mapping and target noting various habitats. 02/08/2019 Flowers with Botanical Keys 3 Day Flatford Mill, Field Studies Council. Contact: 01206 297110 [email protected] http://c-js.co.uk/1tw0v3h This course will focus on providing a good grounding on flowering parts and the vegetative structure of plants required to use botanical keys successfully and with confidence. We will demystify terms that sometimes make it seem that botanists are using a 'different language'. 02/08/2019 Plants of Bogs and Mires 3 Day Preston Montford, Field Studies Council. Contact: 01743 852040 [email protected] http://c- js.co.uk/1tw0v3h This practical course is aimed at anyone wishing to gain experience in the recognition of the wide range of plants associated with bogs and mires, from heathers to sedges. The accent is on identification through examination of characteristic features aided by the use of simplified keys. *MMU 03/08/2019 Phase One Habitat Survey and Preliminary Ecological Appraisal Workshop 2 Day Stirling, TCV Scotland. Contact: 01788 476170 [email protected] http://tcvscotland.eventbrite.com This popular 2 day course will benefit ecologists, land managers, rangers, planners, environmental consultants and students. You will learn how to correctly assess a habitat type using the Phase 1 survey methodology, to map and write this up competently and to understand how to read Phase 1 habitat maps 05/08/2019 Aquatic Plants 1 Day Langford Lakes, Wiltshire, Species Recovery Trust. Contact: 01722 322539 [email protected] https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/aquatic-plants-tickets-50525618485 A 1 day course covering how to identify a range of common waterside plants, focusing on submerged, floating, emergent and bankside communities of slow-flowing/standing water. 08/08/2019 Surrey's Wooded Pastures 1 Day Ashtead Common, Ashtead, Surrey Wildlife Trust. Contact: 01372 379523 [email protected] https://www.surreywildlifetrust.org/events/2019-08-08-surreys-wooded-pastures Learn more about the way we utilise and maintain the wooded pastures in Surrey. 14/08/2019 Archaeology of West Dorset 1 Day The Kingcombe Centre, Dorset Wildlife Trust. Contact: 01300 320684 [email protected] http://www.kingcombe.org This day course is about the places, landscape and archaeology of west Dorset, describing the main sites dating from around 4000 BC to the Romanisation of Britain. With local expert, Chris Tripp. 15/08/2019 Wild Flower ID for Beginners 1 Day Sheffield, Wildscapes . Contact: 0114 2792667 [email protected] https://www.wildscapes.co.uk/training/training-with- wildscapes.html An introduction to the identification of wild flowers with an emphasis on the most common plant families and basic flower structure. The course is aimed at anyone with a general interest in botany, no previous knowledge is required. 16/08/2019 Identifying Coastal Plants 3 Day Flatford Mill, Field Studies Council. Contact: 01206 297110 [email protected] http://c-js.co.uk/1tw0v3h Designed to help the beginner, this course will give participants practical experience in the identification of saltmarsh and sand dune plants. There will be time to carry out vegetation surveys and consider the process of ecological succession. This is an accredited course suitable for professionals or interested amateurs. *MMU 17/08/2019 Common British and Irish Plant Families 4: Daisy, Goosefoot, Dock and Willow 1 Day Regents Park, Field Studies Council. Contact: 01306 734501 [email protected] http://c-js.co.uk/1tw0v3h This is the last of four sessions, each of which will focus on 3-5 common wild plant families. Participants will be introduced to each family and their main vegetative and floral characteristics and then practice their identification skills, using keys, and examine the plants in the field. 17/08/2019 Upland Habitat Identification 1 Day Angus glens, near Edzell, Taylor Wildlife. Contact: 07889206143 [email protected] http://www.taylorwildlife.co.uk Ideal for recent graduates, those new to ecology and those who enjoy spending time outdoors, this course identifies the plant species that make up various upland habitat types. We will also look at historical and current threats to upland habitats, as well as restoration and habitat management techniques. Lunch included. 19/08/2019 Dandelions, Daisies and Thistles 3 Day Flatford Mill, Field Studies Council. Contact: 01206 297110 [email protected] http://c-js.co.uk/1tw0v3h The course will be essentially a practical one with ample time provided, under guidance, for the study of floral design under the low power microscope; a useful tool which undoubtedly aids future field identification. *MMU 23/08/2019 Broad-Leaved Trees 2 Day Page 27 CJS Weekly®: 21 June 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts Juniper Hall, Field Studies Council. Contact: 01306 734501 [email protected] http://c-js.co.uk/1tw0v3h Late summer is a good time to turn our attention to the broad-leaved trees. Soon they will start to transform our landscapes into a blaze of colour. Now is the time to learn what we can from the foliage and fruits. *MMU 23/08/2019 Identifying Lichens 2 Day Flatford Mill, Field Studies Council. Contact: 01206 297110 [email protected] http://c-js.co.uk/1tw0v3h This intermediate level weekend on lichen identification is for anyone with some initial experience of this group who would like to take their interest several stages further. There will be a combination of field excursions, microscope work and use of keys to help you with lichen identification. 24/08/2019 Introduction to Fern Identification 1 Day Bishops Wood, Field Studies Council. Contact: 01299 250513 [email protected] http://c-js.co.uk/1tw0v3h This course will focus on learning the key characteristics used in keys and guide books to help separate species helping shed light on tricky terminology and unravelling the jargon that can stop us fully appreciating such marvellous plants. 30/08/2019 Vegetative Plant Identification 2 Day Margam, Field Studies Council. Contact: 01639 895636 [email protected] http://c-js.co.uk/1tw0v3h In many books and courses the focus of plant identification is flowers. This course aims to help improve identification of plants vegetatively using a variety of field techniques and the Vegetative Key to the British Flora by John Poland.

Photography 26/08/2019 Garden Photography 4 Day Flatford Mill, Field Studies Council. Contact: 01206 297110 [email protected] https://c-js.co.uk/2KnWpZk This five-day course is ideal for those who appreciate spending time in gardens and enjoy photography. We will immerse ourselves amongst late summer flowers and veg: dahlias, cosmos, rudbeckia, asters, verbena, tomatoes, chillies and early autumn berries.

Practical Countryside Skills 03/08/2019 Taster day in dry stone walling 1 Day Pensychnant Conwy, Wales Branch of Dry Stone Walling Association. Contact: 01766 513213 [email protected] https://www.drystonewalling.wales/courses/ All aspects of dismantling and rebuilding a section of wall will be covered. 05/08/2019 Blacksmithing - Parent / Carer and Child day 1 Day Venue to be confirmed, Cotswolds Conservation Board. Contact: 01451 862000 [email protected] https://www.cotswoldsruralskills.org.uk/events/view/708/blacksmithing-parent-carer-and-child-day-new-course During this fun and easily paced day, parents / carers and children can learn about some of the basic techniques of blacksmithing while forging an item to take home, whether a simple ornament, plant pot holder or other object that reflects your own interests! The instructor David Joy is definitely open to suggestions. 05/08/2019 Introduction To Pole Lathing 1 Day Learn about the traditional green wood working craft of pole lathing and use a pole lathe to make a rounders bat or garden dibber to take away. 06/08/2019 Introduction To Axe Hewing 1 Day Hewing round logs into square beams using side axes and adzes. Above two courses with Derbyshire Eco Centre, Derbyshire Adult Community Education. Contact: 01629 533038 [email protected] http://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/ecocentre 09/08/2019 LANTRA Level 2 (Intermediate) Dry-stone Walling Course 8 Day https://www.cotswoldsruralskills.org.uk/events/view/736/lantra-level-2-intermediate-dry-stone-walling-course Suitable for those with Level 1 certificate + 6 months experience OR wallers with 2 years' experience in the trade. It will involve setting-up and running a dry-stone walling business, with a practical walling component and the aim of providing high-quality dry-stone walling to customers, through an existing or new business. 10/08/2019 Introduction to Scything 1 Day https://www.cotswoldsruralskills.org.uk/events/view/722/introduction-to-scything Instruction is provided on how to set up a scythe optimally for a person's stature, how to keep it sharp, and how to mow with an efficient movement. Blade choice and adjustment of the implement will be discussed, and an element of grassland management can also be included in the course. 12/08/2019 Blacksmithing Improvers - Strap hinge forging 1 Day https://www.cotswoldsruralskills.org.uk/events/view/700/blacksmithing-improvers-strap-hinge-forging-new-course During the improvers day you will learn about the blacksmith processes through a specific focus on forging a strap hinge. These strap hinges are longer hinges attached to the face of the door, and often found on traditional agricultural buildings. Various techniques will be demonstrated and then participants will be able to have a go themselves. Above three courses with Cotswolds Conservation Board. Contact: 01451 862000 [email protected] 13/08/2019 Dry Stone Walling - (Lantra Level 1) 10 Day Derbyshire Eco Centre, Derbyshire Adult Community Education. Contact: 01629 533038 [email protected] http://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/ecocentre Gain the basic knowledge and skills to build and repair dry stone walls. Run over 10 Mondays and Tuesdays with the test on a Friday. 24/08/2019 Dry Stone Walling - Beginners 2 Day Burford, Oxfordshire, Cotswolds Conservation Board. Contact: 01451 862000 [email protected] https://www.cotswoldsruralskills.org.uk/events/view/658/dry-stone-walling-beginners You can expect to learn about: dismantling walls, stone sorting, laying foundations, building walls, adding through stones and copping stones, dressing the stone, different types of stone, the tools and more. You will be building a wall that will remain part of the Cotswolds landscape for the next 100-200 years!

Page 28 CJS Weekly®: 21 June 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts 29/08/2019 Scything for Beginners 1 Day Bay Pond, Godstone, Surrey Wildlife Trust. Contact: 01372 379523 [email protected] https://www.surreywildlifetrust.org/events/2019-08-29-scything-beginners Learn how to use this ancient land management technique that is still very relevant today. 31/08/2019 Dry Stone Walling - Beginners 2 Day Tetbury, Gloucestershire, Cotswolds Conservation Board. Contact: 01451 862000 [email protected] https://www.cotswoldsruralskills.org.uk/events/view/644/dry-stone-walling-beginners You can expect to learn about: dismantling walls, stone sorting, laying foundations, building walls, adding through stones and copping stones, dressing the stone, different types of stone, the tools and more. You will be building a wall that will remain part of the Cotswolds landscape for the next 100-200 years!

Practical Countryside Skills - Machinery 01/08/2019 Safe Use of Brush Cutters and Trimmers NPTC / City and Guilds 1 Day One day integrated training and assessment covering pre use checks, maintenance and safe use. Ideal for those in industries such as horticultural, landscaping, grounds maintenance sectors. 05/08/2019 Safe Use of Powered Pole Pruner NPTC / City and Guilds 1 Day One day integrated training and assessment covering pre use checks, maintenance and safe use. Ideal for those in industries such as horticultural, landscaping, grounds maintenance sectors. 05/08/2019 PA1 - Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides NPTC / City and Guilds 1 Day This is a pre requisite for other pesticide application units, assessment is through on online multiple choice exam. Grandfather Rights unit 1 can be run along side this course 06/08/2019 PA6a - Safe Application of Pesticides Using Pedestrian Hand Held Equipment (knapsacks/lance from a tank) NPTC / City and Guilds 1 Day This course is for people who use knapsacks or hand lances from a tank, the pre-requisite is PA1. Training is one day plus one day for the assessment. 07/08/2019 PA2a - Safe Application of Pesticides Using Self-propelled, Mounted and Trailed Boom Sprayers NPTC / City and Guilds 1 Day This course is for people who use mounted, trailed boom sprayers, the pre-requisite is PA1. Training is one day plus one day for the assessment. Grandfather Rights Unit 3 can be run along side this course. 07/08/2019 Aerial Cutting of Trees with a Chainsaw Using Free-Fall Techniques (formally CS39) NPTC / City and Guilds 2 Day Two days training plus one day assessment. Covering the use of a chainsaw whilst in a tree to include different cuts e.g. step, hand held. Pre requisites are tree climbing and aerial rescue (CS38) chainsaw (CS30 and CS31) 08/08/2019 PA2f - Safe Application of Pesticides Using Weed Wipers NPTC / City and Guilds 1 Day This course is for people who use weed wipers, the pre-requisite is PA1. Training is one day plus one day for the assessment. Grandfather Rights Unit 3 can be run along side this course. 09/08/2019 Safe Use of Manually Fed Woodchippers NPTC / City and Guilds 1 Day One day integrated training and assessment covering pre use checks, maintenance and safe use. Ideal for those in industries such as horticultural, landscaping, grounds maintenance sectors. 10/08/2019 Refresher in Tree climbing and rescue (CS38) 1 Day This course is for those who require a refresher in tree climbing and rescue, a Lowe Maintenance Certificate of Competence will be provided 12/08/2019 Chainsaw Maintenance, Cross Cutting and Felling and Processing of Trees up to 380mm (formally CS30 and CS31) NPTC / City and Guilds 4 Day Four days training plus a fifth day for the assessment. Covering the maintenance of a chainsaw, cross cutting and felling and processing trees upto 380mm in diameter Ideal for those new to chainsaws or those needing certificates of competence evidence. 14/08/2019 Safe Use of Rat and Mice Poison NPTC / City and Guilds 1 Day Any one who uses rat/mice poison as a professional (farmer/gamekeeper/pest controller etc) will need a certificate of competence from Spring 2016. This one day course plus one day assessment upon achievement will enable you to purchase the rodenticides you require for pest control, this is also available online (learn at home then attend the face to face practical assessment) 15/08/2019 Safe Use of Hedge Cutters Handheld NPTC / City and Guilds 1 Day One day integrated training and assessment covering pre use checks, maintenance and safe use. Ideal for those in industries such as horticultural, landscaping, grounds maintenance sectors. 19/08/2019 Emergency Tree Work Operations (formally CS50) NPTC / City and Guilds 3 Day Three days training plus one day assessment, covering how to deal with emergency tree work operations. Techniques, winching and safe operation. All above courses with Lowe Maintenance Training, Settle BD24 9DN. Contact: 01729 825132 [email protected] http://www.lowe-maintenance.co.uk 21/08/2019 Lantra Sit in ATV- Conventional Steer 1 Day Skipton, North Yorkshire , Land Rover Experience North Yorkshire . Contact: 01756 611060 [email protected] http://www.yorkshire.landroverexperience.co.uk Our course covers the key fundamentals of driving, loading and health and safety. Once you have successfully carried out this course you will receive a certificate of training for Sit-in ATV (Conventional Steered). Valid 5 years. Various dates available - call for info. 26/08/2019 Brushcutters & Trimmers 2 Day Stirling, TCV Scotland. Contact: 01786 476170 [email protected] http://tcvscotland.eventbrite.com This course will teach you all you need to know about Brushcutters and Trimmers and will lead to a LANTRA certificate. 28/08/2019 LANTRA Brushcutter/Trimmers - Maintenance and Operation 1 Day Page 29 CJS Weekly®: 21 June 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts Venue to be confirmed, Cotswolds Conservation Board. Contact: 01451 862000 [email protected] https://www.cotswoldsruralskills.org.uk/events/view/758/lantra-brushcuttertrimmers-maintenance-and-operation This course is designed for anybody with some experience of using brushcutters and/or trimmmers or who has previously gained their LANTRA certificate and would like to refresh their skills. The course is suitable for employees or volunteers in the fields of agriculture, horticulture, landscaping and grounds maintenance. 28/08/2019 Aerial Tree Pruning (formally CS40) NPTC / City and Guilds 2 Day Two days training plus one day for assessment. Covering the correct pruning of trees from a rope and harness. Pre requisites are tree climbing (CS38), chainsaw (CS30 and CS31) and chainsaw free fall techniques (CS39) 29/08/2019 Safe Use of Leaf Blowers NPTC / City and Guilds 0.5 Day Half a day integrated training and assessment covering pre use checks, maintenance and safe use. Ideal for those in industries such as horticultural, landscaping, grounds maintenance sectors. Above two courses with Lowe Maintenance Training, Settle BD24 9DN. Contact: 01729 825132 [email protected] http://www.lowe-maintenance.co.uk

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