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New Opportunity: Apply Now for the Sherbourne Valley Project Traineeship
We’re excited to offer two paid, full-time traineeships through the Sherbourne Valley Project. This is a unique opportunity for individuals to develop a career in the environmental sector while helping to restore and celebrate Coventry’s hidden river, the Sherbourne.
These traineeships will run as part of our ongoing commitment to reconnect people with nature, heritage, and green spaces across the city. This is more than a job, it’s a chance to gain hands-on skills, recognised qualifications, and real-world experience in a growing and meaningful field.
About the Traineeship
The role of the trainee is to:
- Gain experience working on a wide range of environmental and heritage projects
- Support the delivery of practical and engagement work on sites including Coundon Wedge, Lake View Park, and Charterhouse Heritage Park
- Work closely with project partners such as Coventry City Council, Severn Trent, Historic Coventry Trust, and others
- Participate in community engagement events, guided walks, habitat management, cultural heritage activities, and much more
- Complete a City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Work-Based Environmental Conservation
This traineeship is designed to offer a real pathway into environmental work, especially for those at the start of their career or looking to change direction.
Key Details
- Salary: £22,932 per annum (Real Living Wage)
- Hours: 35 hours per week
- Contract Type: Fixed Term
- Base Location: Brandon Marsh Nature Centre, Coventry (with flexible/agile working opportunities)
Why Apply?
✔ Practical, site-based experience across urban green spaces and river restoration work
✔ Gain a nationally recognised qualification while you work
✔ Work with and learn from experienced staff and partners across the wildlife, water, and heritage sectors
✔ Build valuable connections, boost your confidence, and enhance your CV
✔ Be part of a nationally funded project making a difference to Coventry’s future
No formal experience is needed, we’re looking for people who are motivated, curious, and passionate about the environment and communities.
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is ideal for:
- People looking to take their first steps into the environmental or conservation sector
- Career changers looking to get involved in meaningful, practical work
- Anyone passionate about nature, community engagement, or urban greening
Whether you’re a recent graduate, looking for a new direction, or just want to work outdoors doing something that matters, we’d love to hear from you.
How to Apply
Further information such as the recruitment pack and the role description can be found on the Warwickshire Wildlife Trust website, which is also the portal through which you will apply for the role.
This traineeship has been made possible thanks to National Lottery players through the National Lottery Heritage Fund.
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