Roadside Nature Reserve Volunteers posing for a picture in Oct 23

Information for current volunteers

As a valued volunteer for Kent Wildlife Trust, you can use this page to find all of the information you need. 

Use the tiles below to find what you need! If you have any questions, you can always reach out to [email protected].

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Volunteering newsletter

As a volunteer, you'll receive exclusive regular updates from us via email (don't worry, these volunteer updates will be monthly at a maximum - so no spamming your inbox!). If you have any questions, get in touch with [email protected].

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Volunteer handbook

All volunteers are sent a handbook when they join us, but you can also download it below. This handbook gives you important information about volunteering with Kent Wildlife Trust and what you can expect.

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Volunteer agreement

When you join us as a volunteer, there are certain things that are expected of you - and, likewise, that you can expect of us. All volunteers should make sure to read and understood the contents of this document.

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Safeguarding

We also make a commitment to safeguarding here at Kent Wildlife Trust that you will need to read and understand as a volunteer, too.

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Area Managers and Wardens

Not sure which area manager is responsible for which reserve? Our map of area managers, wardens, and the reserves they work on is always handy.

Safeguarding: everyone has a role

Safeguarding is about protecting children, young people and adults at risk – and it’s something we all share responsibility for.

Watch our short safeguarding video (under 8 minutes)

This video explains what safeguarding means why it matters, and the role we all play in keeping people safe.   Please note: this resource is for general awareness only and is not suitable for volunteers working directly with children or adults at risk.

Watch the video here: Safeguarding video for volunteers on Vimeo

Our commitment
At Kent Wildlife Trust, safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. We uphold the highest standards of charity governance and safeguarding awareness.

What to do if you have concerns
If you ever have a safeguarding concern, please contact [email protected]. You can also speak to your task day leader or volunteer supervisor for guidance and support.

Want more training?
If you feel additional safeguarding awareness training would help in your role, email [email protected] and we’ll assign you to an e-learning course.

Shoresearch team with volunteer award
Max Renton

More volunteering opportunities

Are you moving or simply want to explore other volunteering opportunities at Kent Wildlife Trust? Looking for general volunteering FAQs? Head to our main volunteering page for more.

Volunteering

The knowledge corner

Below are some quick links to training resources. The external courses aren’t affiliated with The Wildlife Trusts, but we are sharing for anyone who may find them relevant or worthwhile to explore.

With hundreds of free online courses, articles and resources on a multitude of topics, you’re bound to find a course for you with OpenLearn

Microsoft Learn - Excel

Coursera - Excel

edX - Excel

ExcelisFun one of many Excel themed YouTube channels