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Volunteers are integral to the running of our reserves and without their help we wouldn’t be able to maintain this amazing wetland of national importance. WWT Slimbridge consists of over 325 acres of stunning habitat, providing refuge for a huge diversity of animals and plants. The reserve and its wetlands have international protection, including a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), a Ramsar site, and a Special Protection Area.

Managing a large wetland nature reserve requires a lot of practical, hands-on, physical tasks. With training and guidance, you will become part of our friendly and hard-working reserves volunteer team. Your role will be to provide regular support for all practical reserves management, including maintaining and restoring various habitats to attract migratory birds and help improve species biodiversity on site. You will ensure that our reserve grounds are maintained to the highest standard for wildlife and that they look their best for visitors, encouraging their engagement and support for our vital work!

This is a fantastic opportunity to get involved in practical nature conservation, meet new like-minded people and become part of a dedicated team, and make a difference by helping to maintain our important wetlands.

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

No previous experience is required for this role as full training will be provided, and a willingness to learn new skills is more important.

This role would suit you if:

You are practically minded and have a can-do attitude
You have a good level of physical fitness and can use/lift hand power tools
You are willing to get stuck in and are happy to work outdoors in all weather
You have a passion for nature and wildlife conservation
You can work independently using your own initiative and can keep self-motivated
You have experience in habitat management or want to develop these skills
You are confident in talking to and engaging with members of the public
You enjoy working as part of a close-knit team of staff and volunteers

Additional notes

We are looking for volunteers who are available to help out from 10am-4pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays.
Unfortunately, this role is not suitable for people under 18 years

We are WWT, and we’re on a mission to restore the super-powered ecosystems we call wetlands. There’s never been a more important moment for our work, and we’ve got some phenomenal people on the case.\n

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Whether you’re looking to meet new people, learn new skills or spend time in our wildlife-rich wetlands, there’s a volunteer role for you. Just a few hours spent volunteering can really make a world of difference to our wildlife, and to you.

So, come surround yourself with the wonder of wetlands, and the people who inject their energy and passion into them. Whatever you do here, you’ll be helping to restore wetlands and unlock their power. The only question left is, what role will you play?

Why you’ll love volunteering at WWT

Make a real contribution to the conservation and engagement work of WWT
Work at one of our beautiful and internationally important wetland sites
Be surrounded and inspired by like-minded nature lovers who bring energy, passion, and expertise to their role
Make new friends and become part of a friendly and inclusive community
Gain volunteering experience and learn & develop new skills
Get volunteer discounts for WWT shops, café, and membership
Get free entry to all our UK wetland centres, including for your family
Receive access to wildlife talks, webinars, and practical information to help you manage your volunteer role & daily life
Be kept informed about what’s happening in our organisation and the positive change you are helping to make happen

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