Inclusive Volunteer Programme

Join Willowbank’s Inclusive Volunteer Programme and contribute to our work in a supportive environment. This role is designed for people of all abilities, with the option to bring a support person if assistance is needed, allowing everyone the chance to connect with nature and wildlife while gaining meaningful experience.

About the Role
The Inclusive Volunteer Programme provides opportunities for people of all abilities to be part of the Willowbank team. Volunteers contribute to the day-to-day work of the reserve while gaining confidence, learning new skills, and connecting with nature in a supportive environment.

What You Might Help With
Depending on individual abilities and the needs of the team, Inclusive Volunteers may assist with tasks such as:

• Supporting simple habitat or grounds tasks

• Assisting with basic preparation or organisational duties

• Helping with general conservation-related activities

• Contributing to a positive and welcoming environment for visitors and staff

Tasks will always be assigned with consideration for safety, ability, and appropriate support.

What We’re Looking For

• A positive attitude and willingness to be part of a team

• Reliability and commitment to agreed volunteer days

• Ability to follow instructions and Willowbank policies

• Respect for animals, staff, volunteers, and visitors

Support Person Requirement
Volunteers who require assistance to carry out their role are welcome to participate; however, they must provide their own support person.

• Provision of Support Person: Volunteers are responsible for arranging and ensuring the presence of their support person during volunteer activities. The same support person must attend each time the volunteer participates.

• Remuneration and Expenses: The volunteer is responsible for all remuneration and expenses associated with their support person, including wages, travel, meals, accommodation, and any other related costs.

• Qualifications and Conduct: The support person must be capable of providing the required assistance. Both the volunteer and the support person must follow Willowbank Wildlife Reserve’s policies, procedures, and standards of conduct.

• Liability and Insurance: Willowbank Wildlife Reserve is not liable for the actions or conduct of the support person. Volunteers must ensure their support person has appropriate insurance coverage where required.