Greenskills Leader x4

The Conservation Volunteers connects people and green spaces to deliver lasting outcomes for
both.

About the role: 

The John Muir Way is one of Scotland’s most iconic
long-distance walking routes, spanning 134 miles from Helensburgh on the west coast to Dunbar
on the east. The John Muir Way Green Skills program, a three-year initiative funded by the
National Lottery Heritage Fund, will focus on improving biodiversity along this route, creating
opportunities for trainees to learn new skills, build confidence, and contribute to Scotland’s
natural and cultural heritage.

The John Muir Way Greenskills programme is a 3-year initiative, with 72 trainees engaging in
practical biodiversity tasks and projects along the route. The programme aims to bridge the
skills gap and ageing workforce challenges, increase connectivity and break down the disconnect
with nature, working alongside various partners to achieve its goals.

Each Greenskills Leader will lead a team of six Green Skills Trainees per year, located in
Edinburgh, Falkirk, North Lanarkshire and East Dunbartonshire. The post holder will have
overall responsibility for line managing the trainees, delivery of practical training and the
delivery of practical biodiversity enhancement tasks on partners sites. Each Green Skills
Leader will liaise with greenspace teams in Local Authorities and Scottish Canals to agree
sites and projects. This role will also contribute to the project evaluation, local budget
management, and programme promotion. This role will work closely with the People and admin
coordinator managing the schedule of external training, trainee attendance, annual leave,
onboarding and programme exiting of trainees. These roles will report into the John Muir Way
Greenskills Operations Leader.

• Experience of leading a small team.
• Previous management of a training programme/structured delivery model.
• Mentoring and/or coaching young people.
• A passion for supporting young people to achieve their goals.
• Knowledge and understanding of practical biodiversity projects and events.
• Experience in recruiting and managing trainees and/or other stakeholders.
• Experience in working in partnership with multiple organisations with potentially differing
  demands.

We have four positions available: 1 in Edinburgh, 2 in Grangemouth, and 1 in Glasgow.
When submitting your application, please indicate your preferred location in the subject line
of your email.

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the
recruitment process, and you will be asked whether you require any during your application. If
you would like to discuss your requirements further please contact the People Team via [email protected] or by telephone on 01302 388883. We
also offer reasonable adjustments on the job.

* A full driving licence is required
* This post is subject to an enhanced CRC check

We are The Conservation Volunteers.

Our vision is Healthier, Happier Communities for Everyone. We believe that
green spaces are an essential part of healthy, happy communities.

Our mission is To Connect People and Green Spaces to Deliver Lasting Outcomes
for Both.

The opportunity to connect to nature on your doorstep and contribute to its protection should
be available to everyone.

The outcomes of our work:

• Environment: Green spaces are created, protected and improved, for nature and for people.
• Communities: Communities are stronger, working together to improve the places where people
  live and tackle the issues that matter to them.
• Health & Wellbeing: People improve their physical and mental health & wellbeing, by
  being outdoors, active and connected with others.
• Learning & Skills: People improve their confidence, skills and prospects, through
  learning inspired by the outdoors.

Join in, feel good.

Closing date for completed applications: 21 October 2024
Interview date: Week commencing 28 October 2024