Introducing Cathryn!
This Species on the Edge blog shares Cathryn Baillie’s story, and her role of Species on the Edge Project Officer for Argyll and the Inner Hebrides, Bat Conservation Trust.
A Green Careers guide – green careers week
EAUC Scotland share their new resource How to find a job that's good for you and the planet - a Green Careers Guide. This guide is written with students in mind but will be relevant for anyone interested in a career that supports a more sustainable future. The guide takes [...]
OPAL Mentor (East/North Scotland) Vacancy
Play Scotland are recruiting an OPAL Mentor (East/North Scotland). OPAL – Outdoor Play and Learning - CIC is the UK's leading, award-winning organisation providing school improvement through play. As an OPAL Mentor, you will be working independently with primary school staff, guiding them through the 18-24-month strategic OPAL programme. The [...]
Churchill Fellowships now open to applications!
Churchill Fellowships are open to all UK adult citizens, regardless of background, qualifications or age. Churchill Fellowships are looking for people with the passion and potential to make a real difference, from every part of society. A range of eligible Programmes include: Caring for our natural environment Climate change Education [...]
New skills and career pathways for greenspace
New skills and career pathways for greenspace have been shared by Greenspace Scotland. This initiative by Borders College and SRUC will make skills, learning and career pathways easier to find and follow on topics relevant to a wide range of greenspace and workforce needs. This offers pathways for those in [...]
Careers in Nature: Caring for and restoring Scotland’s Nature – online event 26 September 2023
Are you aged between 14 – 19 years? Have you thought about a career which really makes a positive difference to our planet? Are you thinking about a career with nature, or working outdoors? Then this virtual insight session with NatureScot on 26th September (13:30 - 14:30) is for you! Follow the link [...]
Steps to a career in wildlife management
Checkout this blogpost by Scotland’s Nature Ponies, coastlines and rugged mountains – a pathway into deer management on Rum (12 April 2023). Here, Beth Lamont describes her unconventional route into the sector and her experiences as a NatureScot Wildlife Management Practical Placement on Rum National Nature Reserve (NNR).
Applications for 2023 Young Darwin Scholarships are open!
This Field Studies Council (FSC) scholarship scheme supports individuals aged 16-25 with a real interest in the natural world. It includes an immersive experience and package of ongoing support to nurture their passion and knowledge. To celebrate their 80th anniversary FSC will be offering 80 scholarships in 2023 and you [...]
