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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 1724-ONLINE-16/8 JOB PROPERTY ECOLOGIST BE4 14/8/19 IV 22/8/19 LOC SILVERDALE, CUMBRIA PAY 22188 pa FOR NATIONAL TRUST 30 hpw fixed term for 3 years working in partnership with & part funded by Arnside & Silverdale AONB Partnership. You will review current biodiversity data & surveys, understand what information we have & how it can inform site management, nature recovery networks & grant applications, then identify & develop key areas for future & ongoing monitoring & project delivery. You will be working across an area famous for its beauty & great biodiversity, at the northern end of Morecambe bay. You’ll be self-motivated, expert in conservation or land management & have: a natural sciences or rel degree (or equiv); exp in practical nature conservation; exp of undertaking & managing surveys with a good understanding of rel legislation & guidance; excellent communication & organisational skills. Ref: IRC8351. For more information & to apply: https://c-js.co.uk/2K6uHk6

REF 1725-DIRECT-9/8 JOB FOREST SCHOOL LEADER BE4 12/8/19 IV 20 or 21/8/19 LOC SOUTHAMPTON PAY Starting 18167 – 19279 FOR YOUTH OPTIONS Support, develop & engage children & young people to realise their abilities, aspirations & make a valuable contribution to their communities through forest school & outdoor learning. This position requires a dynamic, enthusiastic & flexible person with experience of working with young people in an outdoors setting. You must be able to plan, run & monitor forest schools / outdoor learning activities with young people, which work towards specific targets. You need to be able to effectively communicate with other professionals & have excellent time management skills. Some evening & occasional weekend working will be required. For more information or to apply visit our website: www.youthoptions.co.uk/job/forest-school-leader

REF 1726-DIRECT-9/8 JOB COMMUNITY ACTION CO-ORDINATOR BE4 12/8/19 LOC MIDDLESBROUGH PAY 24875 – 26788 FOR MIDDLESBROUGH ENVIRONMENT CITY 3 years fixed term. We are an independent charity that works to promote healthy & sustainable lifestyles using the ten principles of One Planet Living. We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic & dynamic coordinator to lead a small team, who will work alongside communities to co-produce community led activities. The project aims to bring communities together, building social cohesion & resilience, supporting healthier lifestyles & creating sustainable change through community action. You will be responsible for the day to day management of the CommUNITY Actions project incl planning, staff supervision, monitoring of outcomes, liaison with partner organisations & evaluation. You will be responsible for integrating CommUNITY Actions across existing MEC projects building upon & developing existing activities & engaging with new communities. Download the job description or application form at www.menvcity.org.uk/vacancies

REF 1727-DIRECT-23/8 JOB LECTURER FOR ARBORICULTURE, HORTICULTURE & COUNTRYSIDE BE4 22/8/19 (9am) Potential IV 30/8/19 LOC DORCHESTER, DORSET PAY 20760 – 26224 pro rata FOR KINGSTON MAURWARD COLLEGE The College is looking for an enthusiastic & self-motivated person to assist with the teaching & practical training of arboriculture, horticulture & countryside students from level 1-3. A flexible & positive attitude is required to maintain the success of the provision & to develop arboriculture further. You will work closely with other teachers from the department to ensure that each learner & employer receives a high level of service alongside high quality training & education. You will need exp within the industry & be an inspiring teacher. 37 hpw, Monday-Friday, permanent. To apply: please visit our website https://c-js.co.uk/338joAM for a college application form & a job description. Please return the completed application form by email to [email protected] or by post to: HR Department, Kingston Maurward College, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8PY CJS Weekly®: 2 August 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts REF 1728-ONLINE-23/8 Consultant (Wetland Ecology) HQ, Slimbridge Wetland Centre 37.5 hours per week, 9am – 5.30pm Monday to Friday £26,669 per annum We are looking for a talented and highly motivated candidate for the role of Consultant (Wetland Ecology) in our new-look consultancy service housed within our Conservation Directorate. The role will provide specialist skills and general support for the delivery of wetland creation and restoration projects, including visitor centres, aligned to our organisational strategy through provision of external consultancy, primarily in the UK but also working internationally. We welcome applications from candidates with a variety of relevant technical skills/backgrounds for the role but are particularly interested in applicants with experience in the design and creation of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) and treatment wetlands, experience in developing experiences for nature/visitor centres or experience of working with stakeholders. The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT) is a conservation charity that protects wetlands for wildlife and people. We conserve, restore and create wetlands. We are pioneers in saving wetland wildlife, both in the UK and around the world. At our 10 UK sites around a million visitors a year engage with wetland nature. We work internationally in key global wetland areas, balancing conservation with sustainable livelihoods and influencing national and international conservation policies. In return for your hard work and dedication you’ll enjoy a wide range of benefits including: • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to 30 days after 5 years’ service • Contributory pension scheme (conditions apply) • Life assurance • Free car parking and secure bike storage areas • Cycle to work scheme • Free entry to all our centres. WWT is an equal opportunities employer and all applications will be considered solely on merit. For more information, and to apply for the role, please visit https://c-js.co.uk/2Gvl4L4 Closing date: 21 August Interview date: 9 and 10 September Registered Charity Number England & Wales, no 1030884 and Scotland, no SC039410

REF 1729-ONLINE-16/8 Ecological Contracting Operative Morton Pattison Ltd Winchester £16,500 - £18,500 Paid - Full Time - Fixed Term Contract www.mortonpattison.com [email protected] Mike Morton, 07792203093 Reference: ECO2019 Morton : Pattison is a contracting firm delivering specialist ecological, design & build and landscape services across the private, public and charitable sectors. The company specialises in biodiversity habitat management, habitat creation, ecological mitigation, and a diverse portfolio of work including landscape design and installation, the Morton : Pattison website provides further information. The practice is committed to the design, management and protection of natural landscapes for biodiversity and people. We are recruiting for an Ecological Contracting Operative to assist with practical delivery of winter contracting work, primarily scrub cutting and small tree felling on nature conservation sites. Other types of countryside / ecological contracting and landscape works may be undertaken during the employment period, in which training can be given where necessary. The employment contract will run from the beginning of September 2019 until the end of February 2020, with the possibility of extension. For more information about the company please visit www.mortonpattison.com. To apply please download the job description and person specification from our website, https://c-js.co.uk/2K9HnHb. To apply please send an up to date CV to [email protected]. Please only apply if you meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification. Deadline for applications is 16:00 Friday 16 August 2019.

REF 1730-ONLINE-16/8 Visitor Experience Officer If you love working with people of all ages and backgrounds and enjoy delivering inspiring events we've got a fantastic opportunity for you. Visitor Experience Officer Reference number: A1150719 Location: Exminster, Devon Salary starting at: £17,276 to £18,716 per annum pro rata Hours: Part time, 22.5 hours per week Contract: Permanent We are looking for someone with a genuine enthusiasm for working with people, with excellent customer service skills, organisational skills, the ability to work well in a team and experience supervising and working with volunteers. As a Visitor Experience Officer you'll be responsible for the day to day operational management of our visitor offer at Bowling Green Marsh on the Exe Estuary. You will deliver high standards of presentation at The Lookout hide and in our wildlife garden and deliver a year round programme of engaging activities to inspire our visitors helping to build support for our work to give nature a home. You will be responsible for leading and growing the volunteer team, building capacity and capability and ensuring that the team offers a great welcome and an unforgettable experience at the site. Working alongside the Visitor Operation Manager, and as part of the Exe Estuary Reserves team, you will also help deliver larger events, such as our Avocet Cruises and Big Wild Sleep outs and help develop the link between our retail store at Dart's Farm and our Devon reserves. Please note: This role requires regular weekend working, including bank holidays. Closing date: 16 August 2019 Interview date: 2 September 2019 If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click here https://c-js.co.uk/2LIbIjf to be directed to our website. Page 2 CJS Weekly®: 2 August 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts REF 1731-ONLINE-16/8 Assistant Ranger Kent County Council Dartford Starting salary £17,498 per annum Permanent, Full time, 37 hours per week You will assist the Ranger Services Manager in managing sites in the North and West Kent Country parks area. You will primarily be based at Trosley and Lullingstone Country Park but will assist the Ranger team managing five sites, including three SSSI’s across approx 1000 acres. You will be involved in many practical aspects of management including coppicing, wood processing, fencing, livestock management and access works, as the sites are extremely varied. You should hold certificates of competency or be willing to train in chainsaw, brushcutting, tractor driving, trailers and herbicide use and handling and some other practical skills as required. You should demonstrate knowledge and experience in countryside management as a volunteer or paid worker, have a good understanding of landscape and nature conservation management, public access & interpretation, and be educated to HNC, HND or degree level (or equivalent) in a relevant subject . You will be reliable and possess good interpersonal skills and have a positive attitude towards customer care. Knowledge of the countryside is important. Your health should be appropriate to the needs of the role. An ability to travel in between sites at short notice is essential. This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification. For an informal discussion or should you require any further information, please contact Tim Bell on 07740 185209. To apply please click here https://c-js.co.uk/2ygc6MW to complete an online application form, quoting reference 19003236. Closing date: Midnight, 15 August 2019.

REF 1732-ONLINE-16/8 Science Fundraiser Reference number: gs7mv-1 Location: Bedfordshire Salary starting at: £22,073 to £29,430 per annum Hours: Full time Contract: Fixed Term The ability of RSPB's world-class science to identify and redress the causes of decline in biodiversity is being constrained by our external income. The need to boost our external funding from hitherto largely untapped revenue streams is critical if we are to continue, and indeed expand, our vital conservation work. To this end, a new post of Science Fundraiser is being created to lead fundraising for RSPB Conservation Science. The post will focus initially on accessing funding from specialist sources, especially Research Councils, so minimising overlap with our core fundraising activity. The post-holder will sit within and work within the Project Development & Support Unit but liaise regularly with the Principal Research Manager and other staff in the Conservation Science department and High Value Fundraising to support income generation. This will be a two-year contract post in the first instance. Key responsibilities include: • Identify potential new sources of income, which could increase and diversify science funding streams and develop strategies to tap into these sources, focusing on Research Councils. • Strengthen relationships between RSPB fundraisers and the Conservation Science department, to ensure a coordinated approach to fundraising that focuses effort in line with strategic priorities. • Identify specific potential opportunities to generate income from external funding sources and match these to agreed science priorities. The role may require some working away from the primary base at The Lodge, Sandy, Beds. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. You will be asked to declare unspent convictions and cautions at offer of employment stage. Closing date: 25 August 2019 Interview date: 11 September 2019 If you would like to apply please click here https://c-js.co.uk/2YemNiG to be directed to our website.

REF 1733-ONLINE-23/8 Tree Officer Salary: £29,687 - £35,077 per annum Hours: Full time South Oxfordshire and the Vale of White Horse District Councils are seeking a qualified arborist to work within the council’s Forestry Service. This is an exciting and varied role working with a team of specialist advisers who are helping to shape the future environment of southern Oxfordshire. You must have professional experience of working within the arboricultural industry, ideally as a consultant or tree officer, with knowledge and understanding of the Town and Country Planning Act and the planning process. A sound understanding of the practical side of arboriculture will also be key. Being a team player with good communications skills is essential as the role is within a team of 4 Tree Officers working within a busy Planning Service. Duties will include: • Providing arboricultural advice on the impact of proposed developments to planning officers, planning agents, arboricultural consultants and architects, as well as a wide range of other customers. • Promote the wide range of benefits trees provide in the built environment, working to secure existing and new trees through the planning process as valuable assets. • Assist the councils’ in responding to tree work applications for work to protected trees. • Assist the councils’ in monitoring tree protection on construction sites, working with the councils’ planning enforcement team when necessary. If you have a positive team working approach and are looking to use and develop your knowledge and experience within a supportive working environment this is an excellent opportunity to further your career. For more information and an informal discussion please contact Matt Gulliford (Senior Tree Officer) on 01235 422600 or via [email protected]. To apply click here https://c-js.co.uk/2ZhcRBf Application Closing Date: 09/09/2019 Page 3 CJS Weekly®: 2 August 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts REF 1734-ONLINE-16/8 Senior Woodland Outreach Manager - Scotland Salary £35,000 - £39,000 About Us: The Woodland Trust is the UK’s leading woodland conservation charity. We want to see a UK rich in native woods and trees, for people and wildlife. The Trust aims to engage and inspire people about woods and trees to help us meet our vision of creating, restoring and protecting woodland. We own and care for over 1,000 woodland sites across the United Kingdom and support the creation and management of woodland on land outside the Trust’s own estate. The Role: The Senior Woodland Outreach Manager will lead the Outreach Team in Scotland to deliver a programme of advice and support to landowners, woodland managers and partners outside the Trust’s estate. This includes the creation, protection and restoration of woods and trees within prioritised landscapes as well as supporting policy and advocacy work. The post will be key in developing strategic relationships across Scotland to ensure trees and woods are an integral element of plans and projects, and that the outreach team offers high standards of practical advice to deliver woodland creation and ancient woodland restoration targets. The Candidate: You’ll need to have a good understanding, and practical experience, of effective woodland creation and management. You’ll have excellent inter-personal skills and possess the ability to build relationships with a wide range of stakeholders in the land management sector. A working knowledge of agri-environment grants and other appropriate support mechanisms will be a basic requirement and you’ll need experience of leading successful, focused teams. What You Can Expect: There’s no other organisation like the Woodland Trust. Whatever you do here you will be supporting our work to protect and enhance woods and trees. In return, we recognise and value our people. You'll have our full support, training and opportunities for professional development, along with a contributory pension, life assurance and good holiday entitlement. Closing date: 18.08.2019 Click here to apply www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/jobs

REF 1735-ONLINE-16/8 Visitor Operations Manager If you love engaging with our visitors, have a passion for retail and organising inspiring events, we've got a fantastic opportunity for you. Visitor Operations Manager Ref: A1160719 Location: Exminster, Devon Salary: £22,073 to £23,912 per annum pro rata Hours: Part time, 26 hours per week Contract: Permanent As Visitor Operations Manager you will take the lead on managing our Retail store at Dart's Farm and our Visitor Experience across our Devon Reserves. You will lead on delivering our Visitor Experience Plan, with an initial focus on the Exe Estuary. You will deliver our existing event programme, which includes our Avocet Cruises and Big Wild Sleep Outs, and will develop new events designed to offer unforgettable experiences as well as growing support through income, membership and engaging new volunteers. You will be a key member of the Exe Estuary Reserves team and wider Devon reserves and will you're your team including the Visitor Experience Officer and volunteer team to further develop our visitor hub at Bowling Green Marsh to engage visitors and grow support to give nature a home. You will be responsible for leading and growing the volunteer team, building capacity and capability and ensuring that the team offers a great welcome and an unforgettable experience at the site. To be fantastic in this role, you'll need experience of delivering inspirational engagement activities, have good people skills and experience of managing staff and volunteers. You will be a good organiser and have be able to deliver high standards of customer service. Please note: This role requires regular weekend working, including bank holidays. Closing date: 16 August 2019 Interview date: 2 September 2019 If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click here https://c-js.co.uk/32VeDdt to be directed to our website.

REF 1736-ONLINE-16/8 Chief Executive Officer Dingestow, Monmouthshire Up to £48,787 per annum plus Benefits Established over fifty years ago, Gwent Wildlife Trust is the leading nature conservation charity in the area, working to protect and enhance the wildlife and wild places of south-east Wales and to empower people to restore wildlife and champion natural solutions to environmental challenges. We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Chief Executive Officer to provide inspirational and effective leadership including setting and delivering strategic goals, providing clear direction and managing change. Our ideal candidate will have extensive experience of successful leadership and management at a senior level within the conservation sector coupled with the ability to get the very best from a motivated team of staff and volunteers. A proven track record of strategic planning and initiating projects is a must as is experience of generating substantial income, ideally in the not for profit sector. You’ll also be enthusiastic about nature conservation and the wider environmental movement with the ability to communicate this to others. If you can act as an advocate for nature, develop strong relationships and network in the local environmental movement, we would love to hear from you! The closing date for this role is Monday 19 August. For more information and to apply https://c-js.co.uk/2Mvgu3f Page 4 CJS Weekly®: 2 August 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts REF 1737-ONLINE-16/8 Specialist Advisor, Fisheries Invasive Non-Native Species Management Location: Flexible in any NRW office Grade & Salary: 6 - £33,424 Post Number: 202219 Contract Type: Fixed term until 31 March 2020 – secondments will be considered. Work Pattern: Full time Application Closing Date: 14 August 2019 Job Purpose: The post will develop appropriate site management plans and interventions to address invasive non-native fish (topmouth gudgeon) issues in Wales. It will assess current monitoring data for infected sites and improve top mouth gudgeon monitoring mechanisms to provide more informed distribution and risk management data to support appropriate management interventions in Wales. It will assess control and eradication options for infected sites and develop a control and eradication management plan for Wales. It will review current biosecurity provision, identify and implement improvements to manage the risk posed at affected sites and to prevent the spread of topmouth gudgeon to other fisheries locations. Qualifications and Skills: • Excellent skills in engagement, influencing, developing innovative approaches to complex problems • Excellent at building effective working relationship with colleagues and partners • Significant knowledge of the requirements of environmental legislation relating to the place remit • You will have specialist knowledge of fisheries management • Ability to assess multiple, complex, sources of information and engage others in making good decisions • Excellent communication and inter-personal skills with a customer focus • Experience of negotiating with senior managers • Experience of influencing at senior level of organisations • Excellent at building effective working relationship with colleagues and partners • Excellent organisational skills. For more information please visit our website https://c-js.co.uk/315l1gS

REF 1738-ONLINE-30/8 Estate Warden £18,426 pa Horndean Parish Council is responsible for managing and maintaining 60 hectares of public land. We are currently recruiting a full time permanent member of staff with horticultural and grounds maintenance experience. Duties associated with the role will include tree and hedge maintenance, re-stocking and managing shrub, flower beds and hanging baskets, as well as other routine grounds maintenance tasks. The role includes the management of the nature reserves with brush cutting, scrub clearance and larger tree maintenance. The post holder will hold a full driving licence, with knowledge of nature conservation and countryside management, as well as experience of managing public amenity areas. Closing date for Applications: 30 August 2019 (no CV’s will be accepted, application form only). Interview date: Week commencing 23 September 2019. For more information and to view a full job description and person specification, please visit the Horndean Parish Council website at www.horndeanpc-hants.gov.uk. Alternatively call Carla Baverstock-Jones, Chief Officer on 02392 597766 or email [email protected]

REF 1739-ONLINE-30/8 Footpath Workers, Forestry Workers and Tree Planters Arran Footpaths and Forestry Ltd Immediate starts available Comfortable accommodation, generous food allowance, quality PPE and shared company transport provided. Excellent rates, banded dependant on experience, contact us with your CV to discuss at [email protected] Drivers licence preferred, first aid and cutting certification required, dependant on role. We are a welcoming, Scottish organisation that has been involved in upland footpath conservation throughout Scotland for 15 years+. We have developed expertise in many other aspects of forestry work also, including tree planting, drystone walling and chainsaw / woodwork. The close knit team we have consists of experienced footpath builders and trained, qualified forestry workers from all over Europe and further afield. Please visit www.arranfootpathsandforestry.scot for more details on who we are and what we do!

REF 1740-ONLINE-23/8 Butterfly Conservation is a leading wildlife charity working across the UK to conserve butterflies, moths and our environment. Wood White Project Officer (part-time 0.6fte) Fixed term contract for three years From £24,307 - £28,083 (band C) dependent on experience, plus 8% pension contribution We are seeking an experienced and motivated individual to lead the delivery of our new project targeting the Wood White and other butterfly populations across the Western Low Weald. You will be responsible for engaging local communities in active conservation and building capacity through volunteer training workshops and running a programme of practical woodland habitat management and monitoring. Good knowledge of lepidoptera, habitat monitoring techniques, experience of working with volunteers and external partners, and exceptional communication skills are essential. Closing date for applications: noon on Thursday 22 August 2019 Interviews will be held at Butterfly Conservation’s Head Offices in Dorset on Wednesday 4 September 2019 Download an application pack at: www.butterfly-conservation.org/jobs call 01929 400209 or email [email protected] Butterfly Conservation - Company limited by guarantee, registered in England (2206468) Registered office: Manor Yard, East Lulworth, Wareham, Dorset BH20 5QP Charity registered in England & Wales (254937) and in Scotland (SCO39268) Page 5 CJS Weekly®: 2 August 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts REF 1741-ONLINE-16/8 Countryside Ranger Location: High Woods Country Park Salary range: £20444 - £24046 per annum Contract: Full time, permanent Working Hours: 37hrs per week Closing Date: 14/08/19 Interview Date: To be confirmed We are seeking a suitably qualified individual to look after the council’s country parks & local nature reserves, currently consisting of 14 sites throughout Colchester. Previous experience of working as a ranger or equivalent in a similar setting is an advantage. You will have specific sites you will be responsible for as well as providing support to other team members on their sites. You will work 2 out of 4 weekends, devise your own work plan & priorities from site management plans, have budgets to work to & be expected to raise orders. Admin & IT skills are necessary. You must possess sound practical & mechanical skills, have a full driving licence, be confident, approachable, self-motivated with strong communication & organisational skills. You will welcome visitors & provide advice & events as required. Work independently or alongside other rangers, contractors & volunteers to complete outdoor practical tasks on all types of terrain & ground conditions. Carry out site upkeep & maintenance, maintain tools & equipment in safe working order & develop good working relationships with visitors, council staff, tenants & neighbours. Assist with the smooth running of High Woods Country Park Visitor Centre which will include serving customers. You will patrol; checking paths, trees, fences, car parks etc. At all times follow the Service’s health & safety & operational procedures. DBS Registration will be required for this post. For an informal chat about the post please ring Sonya Lindsell, Senior Ranger, on 01206 853588. To complete an application form, for further information, & to find out more about working for Colchester Borough Council, please visit https://c-js.co.uk/2YdTahe

REF 1742-ONLINE-30/8 Restoring Landscapes and Biodiversity after Rail Electrification A rare opportunity to run a landscape-scale conservation project with a multi-million pound budget. This £3.75 million project over 5 years, funded by Network Rail, will restore natural beauty in the nationally protected landscape and address the impact of rail electrification along the Great Western Railway on local communities and the visitor economy. Organise the planting of thousands of trees and run community and tourism projects. Project Manager Location: Goring-on-Thames area (tbc) Salary: £33,000 - £35,000 (negotiable for the right candidate) Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Fixed term contract for five years. Requests for four days a week and flexible hours considered. For more information on the Project Manager post click here https://c-js.co.uk/2Kap9q2 Project Officer Location: Goring-on-Thames area (tbc) Salary: £27,000 - £29,000 Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Fixed term contract for five years. Requests for four days a week and flexible hours considered. For more information on the Project Officer post click here https://c-js.co.uk/2Mtr7mS For general enquiries please call 01844 355500 or email [email protected] The closing date for applications is midnight on Sunday 15 September 2019. Interviews will take place Tuesday 24 and Wednesday 25 September. To apply, please send completed application forms to [email protected]

REF 1743-ONLINE-23/8 Specialist Advisor - Water Access & Recreation Location: Bridgend County Borough Council Grade & Salary: Grade 6 (£33,424) Post number: 201377 Type of contract: Permanent Work pattern: 37 hours Welsh language requirements: Level 1 Closing date: 25 August 2019 Role Purpose: To lead on the provision of water-based access and recreation and related specialist assessments and advice. This specialist advice will inform the development of NRW and Government policy, programmes, plans, strategies and guidance. You will work with colleagues in NRW’s policy and operational delivery teams, officials from WG and sector representatives. Qualifications and Skills: • Knowledge of: Welsh, UK and EU legislation, policy drivers and opportunities related to recreation and access and in particular inland and inshore water access and recreation • Experience of: specialist/technical analysis and interpretation of a range of complex environmental and relevant information and data sources relevant to role purpose • Working with / in outdoor access & recreation sector, local authorities, landowners and managers; representatives of outdoor/countryside organisations and voluntary bodies • Working in a programme and project management environment with Project Management experience and/or qualifications • Ability to share your knowledge and expertise to help solve problems, supporting managers as required. For more information, please visit our website https://c-js.co.uk/2YhZsN9

Page 6 CJS Weekly®: 2 August 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts REF 1744-ONLINE-23/8 Nature Friendly Schools Senior Project Officer Lancashire Wildlife Trust Salary: £24093.42 Location: Preston, Lancashire Contract type: Fixed term Working hours: Full time LWT is a partner in a consortium of organisations delivering the Nature Friendly Schools Project. We are looking for a Senior Project Officer to coordinate and lead delivery of the Nature Friendly Schools programme to primary schools in Lancashire, Manchester and Merseyside, inspiring children and young people to explore the natural world and develop care and concern for the environment. The ideal candidate will have experience delivering outdoor learning and working with children and teachers in a primary school setting. It is vital that the individual has excellent interpersonal, communication and leadership skills. Flexibility with regards to the working hours will be required as this post will involve occasional weekend and evening working. For a full job description and application form to apply for this position please visit our website https://c-js.co.uk/2Zrz3bY CV's will not be considered. Closing Date: 22 August 2019 Interviews: w/c 2 September 2019 REF 1745-ONLINE-30/8 Landscapers Calling all landscaping legends...Ecosulis needs habitat creators! Are you looking for an exciting job where you can experience the great outdoors and have a meaningful impact on UK conservation? What better way to mitigate climate change and benefit wildlife than planting trees and helping to create biodiverse habitats. As the UK's most experienced ecological consultancy and contractor, Ecosulis is currently looking to recruit landscapers to assist its habitat creation team in Aylesbury. You will need to have good site health and safety awareness, as well as the ability to solve problems, work in a team, and, at times, supervise other subcontractors. You will be required to undertake a variety of work, including: • tree planting • grassland seeding • aquatic planting • ecological mitigation work • grassland and woodland maintenance • fencing • vegetation clearance • wetland management. To be successful in your application, you must have: • extensive landscaping experience • brushcutting experience (certificates desirable) • a clean driving licence and your own transport and preferably also have: • a CSCS card (desirable) • pesticide use certificates (desirable) • a first aid certificate. Start date: ASAP Ecosulis Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. Job Type: Full-time Salary: £18,000.00 to £23,000.00 /year Apply with CV to [email protected]

REF 1746-ONLINE-30/8 Senior Ecologists & Junior Ecologists Naturally Wild Naturally Wild are an established Ecological Consultancy with a base in the northeast and operating nationally. We are currently seeking Senior Ecologists and Junior Ecologists for our head office and for ongoing commitments in the south, particularly in the Wiltshire area. Ecologists should have a good academic background and a real passion for our chosen field. Those with a background in bats, herpetofauna as well as having a general knowledge in flora and fauna are encouraged to apply. As we cover the UK applicants must have a full clean driving licence and be prepared to work alone at times. We offer an attractive package of salary, company vehicle, equipment and ongoing CPD training and the chance to rapidly improve their core skills. Our clients are diverse and successful applicant will get the opportunity to work and a vast range of projects from smaller developments to large stately homes Immediate start may be possible for the right candidates. Please apply directly to our Managing Director Graeme Skinner [email protected] REF 1747-ONLINE-30/8 Hedging Nursery Production Assistant Elveden Instant Hedges have been growing mature instant hedge and screening since the late 1990s based at the Estate’s field nurseries in Suffolk. During that time, our dedicated nursery team have perfected the premium instant hedge and screening product which we now offer in fourteen different species or mix of species, delivering a range of hedges to suit every garden or development need. We are looking for someone with commercial horticultural experience to join our experienced team here on the Elveden Estate. You would report to our Nursery Manager. Requirements: • Well motivated, hardworking and prepared to work in all weathers • Experienced in pesticide application – (PA1 and PA6 are minimum requirements) • A good understanding of horticulture and plant care • A basic understanding of horticultural irrigation systems • A clean driving licence • Experience working with tractors and telehandlers advantageous but not essential. Key duties: • Nursery maintenance • Planting and maintaining our hedging • Pesticide and fertilizer applications • Lifting and loading hedges for delivery. This is a full-time permanent position working 40 hours per week, predominantly Monday to Friday. However, due to the nature of the business you will need to be flexible and able to work weekends and bank holiday as required. We offer an attractive package with remuneration in line with experience. To apply for this role please send you CV to Guy Warren on 01842890423 or by email [email protected]. Closing date 4.30pm on 31 August 2019 Page 7 CJS Weekly®: 2 August 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts REF 1748-ONLINE-6/9 Public Rights of Way Officer £31,317 - £34,788 37 Hours per week Warrington’s Public Rights of Way network consists of over 128 miles of footpaths and seven miles of Bridleway and Restricted Byways in an urban and semi-rural setting. We are recruiting a Public Rights of Way Officer who would be required to undertake all aspects of Rights of Way work including: • Statutory duties to ensure that the map and statement provide an accurate record of Public Rights of Way • Undertake the research and interpretation of historical documents • Present reports to Committee • Maintenance and capital improvement works • Inspection and enforcement • Definitive map maintenance and Public Path Orders • Planning application consultation. You will report directly to a Principal Highway Engineer and liaise with the Council’s elected members, members of the public, the Council’s legal Services and the Council’s Rangers Service to co-ordinate inspection regimes. Proven experience in rights of way law and practice is essential. Membership of the Institute of Public Rights of Way and Access Management would be desirable. The position is awarded an essential car user designation. For an informal discussion about the above posts please contact Mark Tune, Traffic Management, Road Safety & Highway Adoptions Manager on 01925 442695. For more information and to apply please visit our website www.warrington.gov.uk/jobs Closing date: Friday 6 September 2019.

REF 1749-DIRECT-16/8 JOB AGRICULTURE INSTRUCTOR / TECHNICIAN BE4 15/8/19 (9am) LOC DORCHESTER PAY 10629 – 12642 (17480 – 20760 pro rata) FOR KINGSTON MAURWARD COLLEGE To support the day-to-day running of the Agriculture resources. Carry out general technician duties, including maintenance of machinery and providing support for lecturing staff within agriculture. Organise the servicing, repair and maintenance of all college vehicles and transport equipment (e.g. trailers) within the department. Supervising students and to deliver appropriate elements of the Agriculture courses. Hours: 22.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday with flexibility to meet business needs. To apply please visit the KMC website https://c-js.co.uk/338joAM for an application form and a full job description. Applicants for this position must complete a college employment application form. CVs will not be accepted.

REF 1750-DIRECT-16/8 JOB SENIOR ADMINISTRATOR BE4 19/8/19 (noon) IV 26/8/19 LOC LEITH, EDINBURGH PAY 22848 FOR SCOTTISH WILDLIFE TRUST You’ll play a key role in ensuring we provide a high level of supporter care. You’ll supervise, lead & motivate the Membership Care Team in order to manage, maintain & develop the Trust’s membership & fundraising records to ensure supporter satisfaction & loyalty. We are looking for a positive & proactive Administrator with previous line management experience who shares our commitment to improving processes & providing an excellent service at all times. Numerate & IT literate, if you are the ideal candidate, you’ll also be able to demonstrate good working knowledge of Raiser’s Edge or a similar customer relations database package. You should have 3 higher level equivalent quals in rel subjects or have rel work experience. Ideally, you will also have some knowledge of legislation relating to Data Protection, HM Revenue & Customs & Charities Law in relation to the operation of databases & associated procedures. More information & to apply: https://c-js.co.uk/2YzDJ2h

REF 1751-DIRECT-16/8 JOB FULL TIME SHOOTING INSTRUCTOR BE4 ? LOC MORPETH PAY YES FOR BYWELL SHOOTING GROUND Bywell Shooting Ground has a vacancy for a full time shooting instructor to join our team. Bywell Shooting Ground is an International Clay Shooting ground based in Northumberland. We specialise in game & clay tuition. Qualifications and previous experience required. Please send CV to [email protected]. For further information call either John or Paul 01670 787827.

REF 1752-ONLINE-16/8 JOB RANGER BE4 16/8/19 LOC NEWPORT, WALES PAY 19928 FOR NATIONAL TRUST Fixed term for 27 months. Tredegar House stands proudly at the centre of Newport’s heritage. We are working in partnership with local groups to bring together colourful histories and modern festivals in a programme offering genuine benefit to the community and all who visit. You’ll need to: deliver practical conservation work to protect and enhance the conservation status of the property; demonstrate a passion for nature, heritage and the outdoors; be able to engage with visitors to ensure they understand the value of your work; help create a great place to work, sharing common goals; be enthusiastic with a willingness to learn; be an excellent team player; be able to work safely, with risk assessments and compliance with safety procedures; experience in a land, access and conservation management; experience in and working in a similar outdoor setting; competence with machinery and equipment with relevant certificates; full UK driving licence. Ref: IRC83807. For more information & to apply: https://c-js.co.uk/2LRjSWo

REF 1753-DIRECT-16/8 JOB NATURE PARTNERSHIP OFFICER BE4 20/8/19 (noon) IV 6/9/19 LOC TEES VALLEY PAY 20000 FOR TEES VALLEY WILDLIFE TRUST Your focus will be on engaging with the local community and communicating with key stakeholders for the Tees Valley Nature Partnership. We’re looking for a project officer, with a degree (or equivalent) in a related discipline and with some experience, through employment or volunteering, of engaging and supporting community groups. Fixed-term contract until 31 August 2022. The job description and application form can be downloaded from www.teeswildlife.org/who-we-are/jobs. Alternatively an application pack can be posted to you, please email [email protected] or call 01287 636382. Completed application forms need to be returned to [email protected]. CVs will not be accepted. Page 8 CJS Weekly®: 2 August 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts REF 1754-DIRECT-16/8 JOB PROJECT ASSISTANT – GROWING COMMUNITIES BE4 16/8/19 IV 28/8/19 LOC SWAFFHAM, BRECKLAND PAY 17500 pro rata FOR GARDEN ORGANIC 1 day per week (7 hours). The primary role is to support the Project Coordinator, undertake administration & organisation of volunteer Master Gardener / other volunteer activity, & therefore contribute to the successful delivery of the Growing Communities: Breckland & West Norfolk project. Specific duties include: support project activities in line with the objectives & milestones defined for the project; act as a point of contact for the volunteers, ESCAPE project staff, community settings, local community groups & Garden Organic staff; engage with community groups in order to reach individuals from the target areas & groups & liaise with volunteer(s) for support; assist in arranging training / workshop events including venue hire / catering, administration & promotion of events; assist in the recruitment, co-ordination & delivery of the programme for the volunteers; managing social media / website content for the project; assist in project evaluation including collating questionnaires / feedback; administrative tasks as required. More information & to apply: www.gardenorganic.org.uk/our-vacancies

REF 1755-DIRECT-16/8 JOB PROJECT MANAGER – ONLINE LEARNING PLATFORM BE4 16/8/19 IV 30/8/19 LOC RYTON ORGANIC GARDENS, COVENTRY PAY 26000 pro rata FOR GARDEN ORGANIC 6 months FTC. 28 hpw. We are developing & launching a new on-line training platform. This post will manage the conversion of our paper based training resources into a digital training programme. Project manage the set-up, conversion & installation of the Moodle training platform. Specific duties include: working closely with Garden Organic trainers & staff to ensure content is accurate & reflects the key principles of organic gardening; administer the Moodle portal on a day to day basis & act as the Moodle Portal Administrator; establish & maintain relationships with other Garden Organic departments to ascertain & develop their requirements for the roll out of the training portal; liaise with Marketing Director & other senior managers to ensure that the Moodle portal branding & content directly reflects the organisations branding guidelines; consult & engage with potential end-users to ensure the programme content accurately reflects their requirements. For more information & to apply: www.gardenorganic.org.uk/our-vacancies

These posts have a very short closing date

REF 1756-DIRECT-9/8 JOB LECTURER IN HORTICULTURE (SPORT TURF / GREEN KEEPING) BE4 6/8/19 (9am) Potential IV 14/8/19 LOC DORCHESTER, DORSET PAY 4068 – 4623 (24043 – 27318 pro rata) FOR KINGSTON MAURWARD COLLEGE For this role, we are looking for an outstanding and enthusiastic lecturer to join our horticulture department. You will possess industry experience and be confident to deliver a number of units in theory and practical classes. You will need to have a well- developed interest in horticulture especially in turf management / maintenance. You will be a strong team player who is able to work with learners of all ages in the well-equipped classrooms, workshops and beautiful Kingston Maurward Estate. You will be a good communicator, well organised and with a desire to develop the horticulture learning provision. Permanent and term time only, 37 working weeks (paid for 44 weeks). To apply: visit https://c-js.co.uk/338joAM for an application form and a job description. Return the completed form by email to [email protected] or by post to: HR, Kingston Maurward College, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8PY.

REF 1757-DIRECT-9/8 JOB LECTURERS IN AGRICULTURE BE4 6/8/19 (9am) IV 13/8/19 LOC DORCHESTER PAY 20760 – 26224 pro rata FOR KINGSTON MAURWARD COLLEGE Hours: up to 2.6 fraction available (96.2 hours per week) worked over Monday - Friday with flexibility to meet the business needs. This could comprise of 2 x 37 hour per week and 1 x 22.2 hours per week vacancies. Please clearly identify whether you are seeking part time or full time hours on your application form and give an indication of the number of hours you are interested in. Job purpose: to teach and assess across the agriculture curriculum. To provide specific support for the development of agricultural provision. This role may include higher education teaching and course management responsibilities dependent on experience. To apply please https://c-js.co.uk/338joAM for a college application form and a full job description. Applicants for this position must complete a college employment application form. CVs will not be accepted.

REF 1758-DIRECT-9/8 JOB SAWYER BE4 9/8/19 LOC WHITNEY-ON-WYE, HEREFORDSHIRE PAY 23691 – 26541 FOR WHITNEY SAWMILLS We are looking for an experienced Sawyer, able to operate both the main Forester saw & the Stenner re-saw, as well as having a willingness to learn other aspects of our operations. The successful applicant will carry out a range of duties including helping guide log selection, responding to green beaming orders as they arrive, being aware of priorities, deadlines & quality requirements & being aware of slabbed timber in stock for re-sawing as required. A role with considerable variety, key to it all will be the maintenance of the saws in a safe condition with an overall great awareness of all Health & Safety & fire concerns in the saw area, as well as more widely in the yard & the adjacent workshop & stores. The postholder will need to be licenced to operate a chainsaw within a workshop environment & to drive forklifts & loaders. Full training will be given. For more information & to apply please contact [email protected] www.whitneysawmills.com

REF 1759-DIRECT-23/8 JOB ARBORICULTURE INSTRUCTOR / TECHNICIAN BE4 22/8/19 (9am) IV 30/8/19 LOC DORCHESTER PAY 14172 – 16832 (17480 – 20760 pro rata) FOR KINGSTON MAURWARD COLLEGE The College is looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic and self-motivated person who has experience in working within the forestry & arboriculture industry. The person will be confident within the tree & woodland industry with the ability to deliver high quality, inspiring practical and theory teaching sessions suitable for the sector in the 21st century and to supervise students to ensure H&S is maintained. This is an exciting opportunity for the right person to help shape the future of forestry & arboriculture within the College. Hours: 30 hours per week Monday - Friday with flexibility to meet business needs. To apply please visit the KMC website https://c-js.co.uk/338joAM for a college application form and a full job description. Applicants for this position must complete a college employment application form. CVs will not be accepted. Page 9 CJS Weekly®: 2 August 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts Undisturbed

In May 2019, the UK National Wildlife Crime Unit (NWCU) launched a new social media crime prevention campaign titled Undisturbed calling on all UK wildlife photographers and drone operators to ensure the welfare of wild animals while photographing or filming them. The NWCU are posting a message on their twitter account (@ukwildlifecrime) every Friday providing advice and information on law and behaviour concerning a different species. The initiative runs until 1st November.

As digital camera equipment becomes ever more affordable, photographers are approaching wildlife without knowledge of the animal's behaviour or the field craft to prevent disturbance. Elsewhere, "honey pot" wildlife sites can become overcrowded with photographers which may disrupt, and risk causing detrimental effects to, the animals concerned.

While many natural wildlife visitor attractions are carefully controlled and monitored by conservation organisations, concern has been raised by some of the UK's leading wildlife photographers with regard to unmanaged areas. Incidents of disturbance are often caused by photographers approaching too close to animals forcing them into a sudden and involuntary change in behaviour to escape. Examples include causing seal colonies to stampede into the sea, seabirds fleeing cliff ledge nests, dolphins changing behaviour due to vessels and raptors lifting from nests due to human presence. Such incidents can risk injury to animals or predation of young.

Drone operators can equally cause disturbance by flying their craft too close causing animals to panic. While operators need to fly drones in accordance with Civil (NWCU) Aviation Authority guidelines (https://www.caa.co.uk/Consumers/Unmanned-aircraft-and- drones/), they also need to be aware of wildlife crime legislation when in the vicinity of protected species.

Much of the UK’s wildlife is protected through legislation. The Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended) and Conservation (Natural Habitats &c) Regulations 1994 (as amended) create offences around the intentional or reckless harassment or disturbance of protected species. Maximum sentences on conviction can reach to £5,000 fine and/or 6 months imprisonment.

Leading photographer Laurie Campbell has over 40 years’ experience in photographing wildlife and has seen a gradual increase in the number of wildlife disturbance incidents by members of the public with cameras. Laurie offers the following advice:

“As far as possible, one should always research the species of bird or mammal in advance and to determine its protected status within law before attempting to photograph it. Recognising the signs of stress and being aware of any changes in the natural behaviour of any animal is vital, both to judge how close you may approach safely, and when to back away. Regardless of whatever the protected status of the species may be, its welfare must always come before the desire to photograph it.”

Management of wildlife is a devolved power across the UK and licences to cause disturbance for the purposes of photography can be applied for from the relevant management authority. These are available for protected species of wildlife and photographing within the terms and conditions of a licence safeguards the photographer from committing an offence if the animal is disturbed.

Chief Inspector Lou Hubble, Head of the NWCU, said, “Wildlife is amazing! It is a real privilege to see animals and birds in their natural habitat. We have such a diverse range of species throughout the UK and it is only natural to want to get close to them. However, this initiative serves to remind people that disturbance could be a criminal offence. Please be responsible when photographing or filming wildlife and birds and allow others to enjoy the (NWCU) experience as you have.”

The campaign is supported by the Partnership for Action against Wildlife Crime in England & Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland respectively and incidents of disturbance should be reported to the Police by dialling 101. Follow the Undisturbed campaign by following the NWCU twitter account at @ukwildlifecrime.

If you have a flair for photography, why not consider entering CJS Photo Competition? Find out more here c-js.uk/CJSPhoto and see page 12. Page 10 CJS Weekly®: 2 August 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts Apprenticeships and internships

REF 1760-TRAIN-9/8 JOB APPRENTICE WARDEN BE4 9/8/19 IV 28/8/19 LOC LITTLE WITTENHAM OX14 4QZ PAY £4.35 - £8.21 per hour depending on age FOR EARTH TRUST This role will be ideal for anyone looking to gain experience & work in the environmental sector. It will give you a variety of relevant experience for roles like: Site Warden, Ranger, Estate Worker, Reserves Officer etc. You will be a key member of the Land Management Team assisting with a variety of practical tasks across the Earth Trust sites. You will be working closely with staff & volunteers in delivering some of this work but will also be required to work under your own initiative. Training to be provided: intermediate level environmental conservation apprenticeship framework; attendance at Sparsholt College Winchester for 6 or 7 block weeks to undertake the countryside worker standard. 5 days a week in the workplace. Level 2 Diploma in work-based environmental conservation; functional skills, if needed. More details here: https://c-js.co.uk/2OBrjU2

Voluntary Opportunities, Part One: full or part time placements

REF 1761-VOL-30/8 JOB NORTH LIVING LANDSCAPES VOLUNTARY TRAINEE – RIVERS PROJECT BE4 29/8/19 IV 10/9/19 LOC YORK PAY Travel expenses & training budget FOR YORKSHIRE WILDLIFE TRUST 3 days a week for 12 months. Across North Yorkshire, we manage 30 nature reserves & have a number of exciting conservation projects including two river restoration projects on the R. Foss & the R. Wiske. The team carries out practical conservation tasks, leading volunteer groups & carrying out office-based reserve management to enhance & protect nature. We are offering the opportunity for a new voluntary trainee to gain valuable experience within this team assisting with the river restoration projects. You’ll develop skills in many aspects of river restoration, surveying & partnership working through liaison with landowners, contactors & partner organisations. There will be the opportunity to assist with the wider reserve team. Office-based work will incl researching, writing & developing management plans, preparing & supervising contract works, GIS & mapping, fielding queries, as well as other reserves administration. For more information & to apply visit www.ywt.org.uk.

REF 1762-VOL-23/8 JOB NORTH LIVING LANDSCAPES VOLUNTARY TRAINEE BE4 27/8/19 IV 4/9/19 LOC YORK PAY Training & travel budget FOR YORKSHIRE WILDLIFE TRUST 3 days a week for 12 months. Across North Yorkshire, our reserves team carries out front line nature conservation through practical conservation tasks, leading volunteer groups & carrying out office-based reserve management to enhance & protect nature. We are offering the opportunity for a new voluntary trainee to gain valuable experience within this team & develop skills in all aspects of habitat management. You’ll be involved with helping to look after a suite of nature reserves across central North Yorkshire with varied habitats including wildflower meadows, wetlands & rivers. As the range of sites that we manage varies so much in this area, you can expect to gain valuable experience in nature reserve management across a broad range of fascinating habitats & locations with this opportunity. For more information & to apply visit www.ywt.org.uk.

REF 1763-VOL-4/10 JOB BIRD RINGING CAMP VOLUNTEER BE4 2/10/19 LOC POLAND PAY Certified high quality vocational training FOR WILD AREAS NETWORK Volunteers welcome on a bird ringing camp on Polish Baltic Coast this autumn. You have an opportunity to support one of the oldest bird ringing schemes of the world - Operation Baltic. You will help to handle caught birds, identify & ring them as well as with measuring & data entry tasks. You will get to know & distinguish every caught species by direct contact! It will be an international, hands-on experience for bird ringers, birdwatchers & nature lovers from all walks of life. You don't have to know birds well - the tasks will be tailored to your abilities & field training will be provided on site. Time commitment: 7 days. To apply: email Joanna at [email protected] & introduce yourself, explaining why you are interested in the project & why we should choose you as a participant. You will receive a detailed infosheet & application form. Learn more: www.wildareas.net

REF 1764-VOL-16/8 JOB WILDLIFE & NATURE CONSERVATION IN SOUTH AFRICA BE4 14/8/19 LOC KOMSBERG WILDERNESS NATURE RESERVE PAY 0 FOR THE WILDLIFE FOR ALL TRUST Brilliant work experience opportunity at amazing nature reserve in South Africa. We are offering a six-week placement between 3 December 2019 and 14 January 2020 to work at Komsberg Wilderness Nature Reserve. This is for recent graduates who have completed a degree in conservation, ecology, biology or similar. Komsberg is a huge reserve, with many re-introduced species, owned and managed by the Wildlife For All Trust (a British registered charity). For further details about our work, please see our website: https://wildlifeforall.org. In particular, read the information on our ‘work experience’ page, and then email Becky. Places are limited, so please apply ASAP. Deadline is 14 August. Assuming you are shortlisted, you must be free to attend an assessment on Saturday 17 August. We look forward to hearing from you.

REF 1765-VOL-1/11 JOB VOLUNTEER CO-ORDINATOR BE4 31/10/19 LOC SELSEY, CHICHESTER, WEST SUSSEX PAY Induction, training, expenses, ongoing development FOR MANHOOD WILDLIFE & HERITAGE GROUP To encourage & support people from across the Manhood Peninsula to participate in wildlife conservation activities. One day a week, flexible depending on availability. Supporting & empowering local communities to take ownership of their environment, we believe, is a sustainable model for managing local wildlife sites. This is an excellent chance to make a genuine contribution to conserving wildlife & heritage & inspiring others. Learn about the work of the MWHG, have the flexibility to volunteer when & where suits you, be part of a friendly team & have the opportunity to put your skills to use as well as develop new ones. Recruitment, selection, organisation, development & support of volunteers. Create recruitment materials, & manage local distribution, campaigns, activities & events. Review & implement induction processes, arrange, attend & facilitate volunteer training. If you are IT literate, professional, personable & equipped to home-work, contact Leanne - Community Conservation Project Officer at [email protected] Page 11 CJS Weekly®: 2 August 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts Voluntary Opportunities, Part Two: regular or occasional requirement

REF Re-ad-1766-VOLR-OK1 JOB CONSERVATION RANGER BE4 N / A LOC STAUNTON COUNTRY PARK, HAVANT PAY Parking, refreshments, training FOR HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL This role will work alongside other volunteers and Staunton Country Park Ranger staff to carry out a wide variety of conservation tasks. This is an exciting time for Staunton Country Park, which has been awarded a National Lottery Heritage Fund grant to restore Staunton’s Regency heritage, enhance community facilities for visitors and to increase our volunteer offer. Dependent on the seasons, conservation tasks could include; clearing overgrowing vegetation over paths or fence lines, installing and maintaining gates, fences, signs and benches, coppicing, scrub management, wildlife surveying / monitoring and keeping the park tidy and litter free. No specific skills are needed for this role, although, as most of the work is based outdoors, an interest in the countryside and a willingness to volunteer in all weathers is desirable. A basic level of fitness is needed, as conservation tasks require physical activity on uneven terrain. Volunteers must be able to follow instructions and comply with our health and safety procedures. Flexible time commitment. Email [email protected] to find out more.

REF 1767-VOLR-1/11 JOB COMMUNITY CONSERVATION ASSISTANT BE4 31/10/19 LOC SELSEY, CHICHESTER, WEST SUSSEX PAY Induction, training, expenses, ongoing development FOR MANHOOD WILDLIFE & HERITAGE GROUP Supporting & empowering local communities to take ownership of their environment, we believe, is a sustainable model for managing local wildlife sites. Make a genuine contribution to conserving wildlife & heritage & inspiring others. Learn about the work of the MWHG, have the flexibility to volunteer when & where suits you, be part of a friendly team & have the opportunity to put your skills to use as well as develop new ones. Create publicity & promotional materials to raise awareness of our work, manage local distribution, database & ensure regular contact with locations & partners. Recruit & support a distribution volunteer team. Support planning & hosting community engagement activity / events. 1 to 2 days per week, flexible according to availability. If you are professional & personable & equipped to work from home contact Leanne - Community Conservation Project Officer [email protected]

We're looking for any photo that you think is relevant to CJS, your fellow readers and other professionals working across all of the the countryside, conservation, ecology, wildlife, environmental education, arboriculture sectors. More detail on the categories and prizes here. We're suggesting categories each month to guide you although you may enter photos on any subject.

The August suggested category is: British Countryside Prize: subscription to Conservation Land Management magazine

We're not necessarily looking for the most perfect, most technically accurate image (although nice clear pictures are usually better than fuzzy ones!) but those that reflect our glorious countryside and all that goes with working in the management of landscapes, with wildlife, in education everything that is part and parcel of daily life. We want to see the best (smiling visitors on sunny days), the worst (sodden waterproofs, overflowing wellies and wall still only half built), the wonderful (that elusive moment as an otter slips into the water), the incredible (dandelion seeds floating in a clear blue sky) and the humorous (the perfectly placed background poledriver) that capture life working in the countryside.

Prizes! This month (August) the prize is Conservation Land Management (CLM) is a subscription-only quarterly magazine, widely regarded as essential reading for all who are involved in land management for nature conservation, across the British Isles. Written by acknowledged experts and practitioners, each issue contains 3-4 lead articles which focus on a wide range of topics, using up-to-date case studies to support novel practical solutions. Additional information, including costings, materials and equipment, is also presented in easy-to-follow boxes and diagrams. Each issue of CLM also contains other regular features including, events listings, new products, topical comment and more! More information about the magazine here. Read a sample copy online here.

As well as the monthly prizes there are four over all prizes. The winner will receive an invitation to the gala opening of the British Wildlife Photography Awards 2020. We have runners up prizes of a year's membership of Society of International Nature & Wildlife Photographers a bundle of birdwatching books. These are chosen by the CJS Team however we are also going to open the floor to readers with a Readers Choice photo which will win a year's subscription to BBC Wildlife magazine.

Page 12 CJS Weekly®: 2 August 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts Entries Simply email your photo (jpegs please) to [email protected] along with your name and any information you want to include about your photo: what it shows, where it was taken and a caption for a funny one would be welcome too. If you'd like us to tag you (or site / project) if we share your photo to social media please include the relevent handles and details. You can enter as many photos as you like, but each image may only be entered once. The Full rules are here - please read them before sending your photos, we'll assume you have.

Showcase We'll showcase your photos through our Instagram account (instagram.com/countrysidejobs) and share our pick across our social media so make sure you include your social media handles and we'll tag you in. Meaning that it's also a great way to publicise your site or project.

50 not out for Staffordshire Wildlife Trust

It was 1969 when a small band of people launched Staffordshire Wildlife Trust with the aim of looking after wildlife and wild places across the county.

The group was directed by naturalist, author and broadcaster Phil Drabble (of 'One Man And His Dog' fame), who lived in Abbots Bromley, and soon after, it purchased its first nature reserve (Loynton Moss). A management committee was set up alongside the ownership of the reserve, with one of the trustees, bird expert Frank Gribble acting as leader of the group, who was awarded an MBE in 1996 for services to nature conservation. Before this, the group had been a part of the West Midlands Trust for Nature Conservation founded in 1956, which included the counties of Staffordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire.

Since the Trust was formed, it has grown from owning just the one reserve (Loynton Moss) to 30, which includes the sweeping views of The Roaches, in the north of the county, to the diverse and rich landscape of Highgate Common, in the south. It also owns other key sites in the county, including Doxey Marshes in Stafford and Hem Heath Woods in Stoke-on- Trent.

Today, the charity has a powerful voice for wildlife and people and is the county’s largest

Loynton Moss reserve, our first nature reserve (David Halley) nature conservation organisation. It is one of the largest landholders in Staffordshire, with a membership in excess of 15,000 people, with a strong conservation team force and a diverse educational programme.

Following numerous office relocations, the Trust HQ is now sited at The Wolseley Centre, near Rugeley, which has been the Trust's home since 2001, incorporating a bustling Visitor Centre. Staffordshire Wildlife Trust run another Visitor Centre at Westport Lake and in true pioneering spirit, were the first Wildlife Trust to launch a charity shop – in Leek.

Since the day the charity was formed, its mission has been to protect and enhance the wildlife and wild places of Staffordshire and to promote understanding, enjoyment and involvement in the natural world.

The Trust is based at The Wolseley Centre, near Rugeley, and has around 50 members of staff who are guided by a board of Trustees. It can carry out its work effectively thanks to the support of its hundreds of volunteers. The Trust is able to deliver on its mission thanks to the generosity of supporters, 15,000 members, its shops, grant giving trusts, local authorities, companies and charitable trusts.

Throughout 2019, the Trust has been busy celebrating the 50th landmark by holding special events and occasions. In April, the charity held its first ever Youth Summit Staffordshire, giving young The Roaches, probably our most iconic reserve (Kevin Palmer) people across the county the chance to have their say on a wide-range of environmental issues. Page 13 CJS Weekly®: 2 August 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts In June, it reopened its revamped headquarters and brand new Kingfisher Café at The Wolseley Centre.

Other events have included a ’50 Shades of Green Colour Run, the return ‘Ride the Roaches’ cycling event, opening new charity shops, a speaker night at the Lichfield Garrick and a special birthday Wildchild Festival which is set to be attended by around 1,500 people.

The Trust will also be releasing a 50th anniversary documentary on the history of Staffordshire Wildlife Trust towards the end of the year. So it has been an extremely busy and exciting time for the charity – and the Trust hopes the next 50 years prove to be just as eventful and successful.

For more information about the Trust, head to www.staffs-wildlife.org.uk

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Sustainability, Pollution and Climate Change Little litter pickers help look after the Peak District National Park - Peak District National Park Children aged between 2 and 4 years have been learning to look after their local environment with the help of a Peak District National Park ranger. Bamford Pre-School children and staff with Peak District National Park ranger Tom Lewis collected litter from around their village (image: PDNPA) Youngsters who attend Bamford Pre-School carried out a litter pick around their village led by National Park engagement ranger, Tom Lewis. The children, kitted out with yellow vests and litter-pickers, collected rubbish from around their Pre-School, the village green and from the recreation ground. Working together, ranger Tom Lewis and the Pre-School staff helped the children understand the importance of taking litter home and being good citizens. Tom Lewis said: “Helping children from an early age to connect with nature and learn about the environment is vital for enthusing the next generation about protecting their local area and community. The children did a great job clearing litter and had a really fun day!”

Public supports Michael Gove’s call for deposits on drinks cans and bottles – CPRE Survey results show 72% of people support the introduction of a UK-wide deposit return system Almost three-quarters (72%) of people would support a deposit return system for plastic and glass drinks bottles and aluminium cans being rolled out across the whole of the UK, according to a new survey published today (27 July) by the Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE). The survey results, demonstrating high levels of public support, have been published following an announcement made last week by the former Environment Secretary, Michael Gove, in which he gave his backing to an ‘all-in’ deposit return system that includes all drinks containers of all materials and sizes. In his speech, Mr Gove said that he believed ‘an “all-in” model will give consumers the greatest possible incentive to recycle’. CPRE welcomed the announcement made by Mr Gove and states that these survey results are a clear indication that the public will support the scheme, once introduced. The countryside charity is eager to see the new Environment Secretary, Theresa Villiers, build on the work of her predecessor and turn these warm words into a formal commitment from the government to introduce a deposit return system that would put a stop to the environmental damage caused by drinks containers. Maddy Haughton-Boakes, Litter Campaigner at CPRE, said: “It’s absolutely fantastic that so many people have shown such high levels of support for the scheme before it’s even been introduced. A deposit return system will transform the way we deal with waste, boost recycling and, as a result, finally put a stop to the harm that drinks containers are causing our countryside, environment and wildlife. With Michael Gove having thrown his weight behind a truly “all-in” deposit return system, and with the Scottish government’s decision to introduce one earlier this year, this latest wave of public support is surely all the evidence needed for the government to get this over the line.”

Plastic bag sales down 90% since introduction of 5p charge - Defra New figures show sales of single-use bags by England's seven biggest retailers continued to fall in 2018/19. Sales of plastic bags by the seven biggest retailers in England have fallen by 90% since the 5p charge was introduced in 2015, new figures out today [31 July] have shown. (image: Defra) Asda, Marks and Spencer, Morrisons, Sainsbury’s, The Co-operative Group, Tesco and Waitrose sold 490 million fewer single-use plastic bags in 2018/19 (549 million) – a drop of almost half on the previous year. The average person in England now buys just 10 bags a year from the main supermarket retailers, compared with 140 bags in 2014 before the charge was introduced. Welcoming today’s figures, Environment Secretary Theresa Villiers Page 14 CJS Weekly®: 2 August 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts said: “Our comprehensive action to slash plastic waste and leave our environment in a better state continues to deliver results, with our 5p charge reducing plastic bag sales by 90% in the big supermarkets. No one wants to see the devastating impact plastic waste is having on our precious wildlife. Today’s figures are a powerful demonstration that we are collectively calling time on being a throwaway society.” The total single-use carrier bag sales reported by all large retailers in 2018/2019 fell 37% to 1.11 billion compared with the previous year.

New campaign asks single-use plastic purchasers to ‘Donate Your Guilt’ - Marine Conservation Society MCS has today launched an impactful new campaign inviting people to ‘Donate Your Guilt’ when they slip up and buy single-use plastic items. Dreamt up by creative agency BBH on a pro-bono basis and made possible by Ocean Outdoor, the campaign will be visible in cities across the UK, with billboards at Westfield London, Bullring Birmingham, as well as in Manchester and Edinburgh and on social media. The striking imagery asks passers-by if they’ve forgotten their reusable items and features single-use plastic coffee cups and water bottles floating in water. (image: Marine Conservation Society) The ads urge people to “Donate your Guilt” with a £3 text donation which will be used to support MCS’s work in protecting our seas and oceans and running the annual citizen science survey, the Great British Beach Clean. The campaign isn’t designed to let people off the hook when they forget their re-usable items, but to encourage a behavioural change. Acting as a ‘swear box for the oceans’, MCS hopes that by making us think through our purses and wallets that the campaign will be a reminder not to buy single-use plastic every day if they can avoid it.

Land and Countryside Management Confor pressure secures doubled funds for forestry in Wales - Confor A grant pot of £2 million for new woodland creation was announced yesterday by Lesley Griffiths, Minister for Environment, Energy and Rural Affairs, following pressure from Confor to demonstrate Welsh Government commitment to planting trees. Speaking at an event marking 100 years of Welsh Forestry at the 100th Royal Welsh Show, Ms Griffiths said that the funding was a mark of their commitment to meet targets of 2000 hectares new woodland creation each year. The extra funding pledge signals intent on the part of Welsh Government to meet these targets. Anthony Geddes, Confor National Manager for Wales, said, “This is a welcome step forward, Confor have been working closely with the minister and her forest policy team to turn warm words on forestry into trees in the ground. New woodland creation in Wales is vital to provide timber for housing, meet planting targets, create wildlife habitats and strengthen our natural capital. “The grants need to reflect planting targets and other barriers to planting and management remain to be addressed, before Welsh woodlands deliver these benefits to the level required. However, this extra funding as a signal of intent is exactly what we have been asking for from Welsh Government. I would urge Confor members to take advantage of this opportunity and apply for these grants, to create the first of a new generation of Welsh Forests.”

Back on the move – threatened sand dunes set for a dynamic future with National Lottery funding – The Wildlife Trusts A radical new approach to managing sand dunes that aims to reverse over 100 years of decline has been given £4m funding from the National Lottery.  Sand dune habitats have declined by a third since 1900, putting endangered species at risk  £4m from The National Lottery Heritage Fund for a pioneering project led by Natural England in partnership with the National Trust, Plantlife, The Wildlife Trusts and Natural Resources Wales  Citizen scientists and communities will make the difference to help England and Wales’ most important dunescapes get moving and thriving again A radical new approach to managing sand dunes that aims to reverse over 100 years of decline has been given £4m funding from the National Lottery. David Tipling/2020VISION Sand dunes - the backdrop of many summer holidays - are being smothered by invasive plants, destroying the habitats of some of our most endangered species. Now, a pioneering partnership - Dynamic Dunescapes - backed by £4m from the National Lottery is stepping in to save them by working with people to bring life back to the dunes and get them thriving again – reversing a decades old approach to dune management. Sand dunes are listed as the habitat most at risk in Europe. Since 1900, the UK’s sand dunes have declined by a third, climbing to nearly two-thirds in Wales. They provide sanctuary for endangered plants and animals with seventy priority species largely restricted to dune habitats including the natterjack toad, dune gentian and sand lizard. Dunes are naturally mobile and need to be dynamic to be effective ecosystems. However, previous management measures restricted public access, and invasive species have prevented dunes from moving, causing many to become static, sterile grassy hillocks. Thanks to National Lottery players, Natural England has teamed up with the National Trust, Plantlife, The Wildlife Trusts and Natural Resources Wales to combine their expertise and achieve a sustainable future for sand dune landscapes working closely with landowners and communities. Page 15 CJS Weekly®: 2 August 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts Ambitions Launched to Doubling Nature Across Peterborough and Cambridgeshire – Natural Cambridgeshire Natural Cambridgeshire, the local nature partnership, has today (Monday 29 July) announced ambitious plans to doubling Nature with the area of rich wildlife habitats and natural green space across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough with the aim of creating a world-class environment where nature and people thrive, and businesses prosper. The ambition has been drawn up by the partnership, including local authorities, statutory agencies, conservation charities, housing developers and community groups. It was launched today by Tony Juniper, Chair of Natural England and James Palmer, Mayor of the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority, at separate events at Waterbeach Barracks and O&H Hampton, both outstanding examples of how high-quality housing development can deliver new areas of nature rich landscape. The Future of Doubling Nature within Cambridgeshire Cambridgeshire currently has one of the smallest areas of any county in the country, relative to size, of land managed for nature. Natural Cambridgeshire wants to double that figure, from around 8% to 16% (which is the national average) through a combination of: The delivery of existing habitat restoration schemes; The opportunities provided by the Combined Authority’s economic growth agenda; The planned re-focusing of agricultural subsidies on the delivery of public services; Making our current greenspaces better for nature; Creating new sources of investment in our natural capital.

Peatland ACTION announces first funding for Outer Hebrides to mark International Bog Day - Scottish Natural Heritage A new peatland restoration project aims to improve water quality, tackle climate change and help protect Black Throated Divers and Great Skua in the Outer Hebrides. Great Skua © Lorne Gill SNH Funding for the first Peatland ACTION project in the islands has been confirmed in celebration of International Bog Day this Sunday (28th). Working alongside Scottish Water, the project will focus on restoring 11 hectares of damaged and eroding peatland within the Loch Orasaigh drinking water catchment area which serves the North Lochs Water Treatment Works on the Isle of Lewis. The restoration aims to re-profile peat hags, block drainage ditches and encourage the stabilisation of vegetation around the edge of the loch. At a cost of £1,700 a hectare, the project offers a relatively inexpensive way of tackling climate change, as well as potentially reducing water treatment costs by minimising the amount of peat being washed into the loch - helping secure a strategically important drinking water supply in the Outer Hebrides. The project will also help preserve the local environment, with a recent survey confirming the loch is home to two of Scotland’s protected species – Black Throated Divers and Great Skua.

Major campaign launched to encourage the nation to ‘Love Water’ - Environment Agency The British public are being asked to help the country protect water resources for future generations as part of a major campaign launched today by more than 40 environmental groups, charities, water companies and regulators. Clean, healthy and readily available water is essential for health and wellbeing, as well as economic growth, but as the climate emergency and population growth put increasing pressure on the water environment, the UK is facing hotter and drier summers and an increased risk of water shortages. (image: Environment Agency) The UK already has less available water than most other European countries and the average person uses a staggering 150 litres per day. Sir James Bevan, Chief Executive of the Environment Agency, gave a stark warning earlier this year that the country is approaching the ‘jaws of death’ as parts of England are at risk of running out of water within 25 years. The ‘Love Water’ campaign aims to raise awareness of the importance of water and the role everyone plays in protecting it. It is the first time such a large group of partners have joined together to work with businesses and consumers to tackle issues such as pollution and wastage.

Borders biodiversity projects share £168k nature fund cash - Scottish Natural Heritage Two nature projects will share £168,000 to create better homes for wildlife in the Borders. The projects are among the recipients of Scottish Natural Heritage’s (SNH’s) Biodiversity Challenge Fund. A range of invasive non-native plant species along 300 miles of the River Tweed will be tackled by the Tweed Forum with a £100k award, while the Borders Forest Trust has been given almost £70k for work to restore a vanishing habitat to the wild heart of southern Scotland. The River Tweed is a Special Area of Conservation (SAC) which supports a significant proportion of our Atlantic salmon, as well as lamprey species and otters. It is the most extensive SAC river system in Scotland. But invasive non-native species are a threat to its biodiversity. Involving hundreds of landowners, farmers, contractors, Tweed Forum staff and volunteers, the project aims to remove or control giant hogweed, Japanese knotweed, skunk cabbage and Himalayan balsam, while helping to establish native plant species. Page 16 CJS Weekly®: 2 August 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts Scientific Research, Results and Publications, including Citizen Science Transforming the NBN Atlas into a world-leading source of environmental data – National Biodiversity Network We are delighted to announce that the National Biodiversity Network Trust has today received funding from Esmée Fairbairn Foundation to help transform its data sharing website, the NBN Atlas, into a world-leading source of environmental data. The funding, of £375,000 over three and a half years, will enable the further development of the NBN Atlas to meet the needs of its audiences, both current and new, and to help with global environmental issues. Currently the NBN Atlas holds over 223 million occurrence records across 45,000 species, spanning five centuries. The data come from over 140 different data partners including government agencies, research bodies, local environmental records centres, conservation charities, commercial companies and volunteer wildlife recording groups. Correctly resourced, through the help of funding such as this Esmée Fairbairn Foundation Grant, the NBN Atlas aims to be the single source of high-quality wildlife data at the national level. On a larger scale, and in aiming to help address UK and global environmental concerns, the NBN Trust has identified three ‘needs’, which will be addressed through this grant: 1) engaging more people with the natural world, 2) making the data needed for evidence-based decisions more accessible, and 3) developing the NBN Trust’s organisational sustainability to be able to deliver on the first two needs.

Sea change in Scottish beach surveillance – SRUC Members of the public can now play a vital role in helping marine scientists gather data on animal strandings and the condition of Scotland’s beaches. Officially launched today (Saturday 27 July) to coincide with the beginning of National Marine Week, the free Beach Track app allows those taking a stroll on the sands to submit information on beach cleanliness – including levels of litter, plastic waste and pollution – and on any stranded animals, such as dolphins or whales. The information will help to build up a ‘health map’ of Scotland's coastline, potentially targeting beach cleans to areas which need it most. Ellie MacLennan from the Scottish Marine Animal Stranding Scheme tries out the new Beach Track app at Nairn. Picture: John Paul The app has been developed by the Scottish Marine Animal Stranding Scheme (SMASS), with additional funding from Scottish Natural Heritage. Working as a ‘digital assistant’, the app uses a mobile phone’s GPS to record location, while the camera allows users to log anything found on their survey. It will then ask questions about the type of beach and for users to assess how much marine litter was seen. Ellie MacLennan from Inverness-based SMASS – part of Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) – said: “Including the islands, Scotland has more than 10,000 miles of coastline so, the more eyes we have on the ground, the more data we can gather to help improve our understanding of health of our waters and the threats facing marine animals. This, in turn, will help all of us to better protect our seas.”

Record roadkill to help mammal conservation – PTES Wildlife charity People’s Trust for Endangered Species (PTES) is calling on volunteers across Britain to record sightings of mammals, dead or alive, as part in its annual Mammals on Roads survey. A wild rabbit. Credit Paul Bunyard PTES is asking families going on summer holidays or day trips, car-sharing commuters and anyone else using Britain’s roads, to record sightings of mammals and submit the records via the free Mammals on Roads app – available on both Apple and Android smartphones via Google Play and the App Store. The data collected helps conservationists to see changing population trends and most importantly, identify where conservation action is needed most and for which species. David Wembridge, Mammal Surveys Coordinator, explains: “Mammals on Roads began over 18 years ago, and though no-one likes seeing roadkill, recording such sightings every year tells us how wild mammals are faring in the surrounding landscape. For example, thanks to the many volunteers who’ve submitted records over the last two decades we found out that hedgehog numbers are plummeting. Now, we’re doing everything we can to help this species, but we wouldn’t have known they were in trouble without volunteers helping us.” With clear audio descriptions of each mammal, colourful illustrations and easy-to-use navigation, the Mammals on Roads app couldn’t be simpler to use. Set it running at the start of a journey and each sighting can be recorded with a few clicks. The survey should of course only be done by passengers. The wild mammals you’re more likely to spot from your vehicle include hedgehogs, badgers, rabbits, foxes and deer, but there are dozens of other mammals in Britain, so keep your eyes peeled for some of our lesser seen wild neighbours too, such as stoats and otters.

Page 17 CJS Weekly®: 2 August 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts Sponge survey to understand health of marine habitat - Natural Resources Wales Natural Resources Wales (NRW) has conducted an in-depth survey to learn more about the health of one of Wales’ most unique wildlife habitats. The Skomer marine conservation zone (MCZ) off the coast of Pembrokeshire, is home to a wealth of marine wildlife and is an area where NRW carries out large scale research and monitoring programmes. These aim to increase our knowledge and understanding of the marine species and habitats found there. Many are conducted each year and involve taking photographs of the same areas or individual animals so that changes can be identified. However, this year’s is an in-depth survey that requires staff to take samples of sponges to be identified and catalogued. This kind of survey happens only once every four years and the health and diversity of the sponges can help build a picture of how well the whole habitat is doing. There are over 130 different types of sea sponge at the Skomer MCZ and often new species are discovered during surveys just like this. At least twelve previously undescribed species have been found there since 2003.

New studies will help drive protections for beetles - Natural England Two new studies into groups of British beetles have been published by Natural England to provide a better picture of the conservation status of these insects. Black-striped longhorn beetle (Stenurella melanura) Natural England has today (1 August) published the first comprehensive reviews for two groups of beetles in Great Britain for over two decades, offering a vital insight into what needs to be done to protect dozens of species. The reviews paint a picture for 143 species of rove beetles and longhorn beetle across England, Scotland and Wales, to help inform the conservation needs of these species. The findings will help ecologists to protect beetles, which are an important food source for many animals and also play a crucial role in the natural world by recycling decaying organic matter. The reviews are also the first to apply the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s (IUCN) Red List criteria for the assessment of species threat status to these beetle groups, establishing the conservation status of these ecologically important species against international standards.

Scientific publications He, Y., Parrish, J. K., Rowe, S. & Jones, T. Evolving interest and sense of self in an environmental citizen science program. (open access) Ecology and Society DOI: 10.5751/ES-10956-240233

Wildlife news Twenty-two hen harrier chicks fledged in Bowland – RSPB The RSPB is delighted to announce that 22 hen harrier chicks have fledged from five nests on the United Utilities Estate in Bowland. This is the second year in a row that hen harriers have nested successfully at the East Lancashire site, after 13 chicks fledged from three nests in 2018. Following six years of little or no consistent breeding success in the Forest of Bowland, conservationists are now hopeful that this could mark the start of the return of these rare and beautiful birds of prey to an area once considered a stronghold for them in England. Hen harriers breed on hills and moors, and are best-known for the male’s breath-taking courtship display known as skydancing. However, they are on the verge of disappearing as a breeding bird in England owing to ongoing illegal persecution associated with driven grouse shooting. Scientific research published in March this year, based on data from Natural England, showed that 72% of satellite-tagged hen harriers were considered or confirmed to have been illegally killed, and were 10 times more likely to die or disappear over grouse moor than any other type of land use.

Call for support for world’s first basking shark marine protected area - Scottish Wildlife Trust The Scottish Wildlife Trust and Marine Conservation Society are asking people to show their support for basking sharks by responding to a Scottish Government consultation. Basking shark © Alexander Mustard, 2020VISION The Sea of the Hebrides Marine Protected Area (MPA) is one of four MPAs that were proposed by the Scottish Government in June. Spanning an area between the east coast of the Western Isles and the west coasts of Skye, Mull and the Ardnamurchan Peninsula, it would be the world’s first protected area for basking sharks. Large groups of basking sharks gather in the Hebrides from May to October to feed on the plentiful plankton supported by the mixing of nutrient-rich cold waters with warmer surface waters. Dr Sam Collin, Marine Planning Manager, Scottish Wildlife Trust said: “Basking sharks are only in Scottish seas for around six months of the year but it is vital that we do all we can to protect them from harm. The proposed MPA is a welcome step forward for the conservation of this threatened species, and adds to a growing network of protected areas around Scotland.”

Keep up to date with current countryside news by following CountrysideNews on Twitter. Page 18 CJS Weekly®: 2 August 2019 Please remember to mention CJS® when responding to adverts Surveys and Fieldwork: additions in July 2019 Many conservation organisations appeal for volunteer surveyors to record and submit local sightings for a national wildlife survey. Taking part in any of these surveys will give you useful experience and also help to extend the scientific knowledge of a species, so vital for appropriate conservation management. Some include training in survey techniques and some may even pay expenses.

Mammals Walk this Water Way is a citizen science project run by the Mammal Society. We are asking people to walk 600m+ transects along any local waterway, using the free Mammal Mapper app to record signs and sightings of our mammals! More information on the project can be found here: https://c-js.co.uk/2YW0f2m

Plants Plant Alert The Botanical Society of Britain and Ireland in collaboration with Coventry University has launched www.plantalert.org a survey tool to report ornamental plants that are growing out of control in gardens and might later escape into the countryside. For more information, to contribute records, and view results, please go to http://plantalert.org

Marine Shoresearch coincides with National Marine Week which runs from the 27th July to 11th of August 2019. The Wildlife Trusts is calling on everyone to get involved in monitoring marine life on UK shores. The data collected through this national effort will help experts monitor our fragile sea life and better understand the effects of pollution, climate change and invasive alien species. Find out more at http://www.wildlifetrusts.org/shoresearch

4 August 2019 National Whale and Dolphin Watch Join a land watch at Splash Point, Rhyl 10am to 2pm as part of the National Whale and Dolphin Watch. Dolphins and porpoises have been spotted recently. Please join in, have a great day out by the sea and help us gather vital data to help protect our marine mammals! Contact Lorna on 07743 712020, [email protected] http://www.seawatchfoundation.org.uk/nwdw

28 September 2019 National Whale and Dolphin Watch Meet on Llandudno Promenade. Please join in on a NWDW land watch at Llandudno. Bottlenose dolphins have been spotted recently. Why not join us, have a great day out by the sea and help the Seawatch Foundation gather vital data to help protect our marine mammals? Contact Lorna on 07743 712020, [email protected] http://www.seawatchfoundation.org.uk/nwdw

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