Volunteer Volunteer Volunteer Volunteer with us at Bradgate Park and Swithland Wood National Nature Reserve Volunteering with the Bradgate Park Trust offers the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to Bradgate Park and Swithland Wood National Nature Reserve. This can include wildlife and landscape conservation, as well as preserving the rich heritage of the area. Volunteers also support with the visitor experience and share their passion for the Estate with our visitors, all year round. Our volunteers get involved in a variety of activities, such as assisting with education sessions, participating in conservation tasks, litter picking, patrolling, gardening, and leading tours. We are currently recruiting volunteers to help in the following areas: Education Volunteer Here at Bradgate Park Trust, we have an award-winning programme of education sessions that are delivered by our volunteers, to educational groups. These sessions are offered in a range of subjects including the history of Lady Jane Grey, Stone Age people and River Life. As a volunteer, you will assist in leading fun activities and encouraging our visitors to learn about the Park in an enjoyable way. Full training will be provided, and no previous experience working with children is required for the role, but enthusiasm and a positive attitude are necessary! To find out more, and register your interest, please read the Education Role Description, complete the application form and email it to our volunteer coordinator at [email protected] by Friday 26th of July. Successful applicants will be invited to an information day at Bradgate Park on Thursday 1st August. Please be aware we are unable to accept volunteers under 18 years of age. Visitor Centre Volunteer Our Visitor Centre Volunteers help guide visitors around our engaging and interactive Visitor Centre, sharing their knowledge of the Park and Estate with the public. With a rich history, diverse geology and abundant wildlife at the Park, there are ample opportunities to develop your own understanding and impart this knowledge to others. We have a range of artefacts you can use to engage visitors, as well as quiz sheets to help visitors explore our information boards. If engaging visitors and delivering the ‘Bradgate Park Experience’ is what you’re looking for, then this role is definitely for you! To find out more and register your interest, please read the Visitor Centre Role Description, complete the application form and email it to our volunteer coordinator at [email protected] by Friday 26th of July. Successful applicants will be invited to an information day at Bradgate Park on Thursday 1st August. Please be aware we are unable to accept volunteers under 18 years of age.