Yr 10 - 13 Work Experience - Allestree Park

Derbyshire Wildlife Trust; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local wildlife organization is offering unpaid work experience at Allestree Park for young people aged 14-18. Participants will engage in various conservation-based activities including habitat management, surveying, and communication. This experience is designed to enhance practical skills while contributing to wildlife restoration efforts. The program runs from May 11 to May 15, 2026, and participants must be able to travel to the site daily, dressed appropriately for outdoor work.

Qualifications

• Must be aged 14-18 (years 10-13) to apply.
• Ability to travel to Allestree Park and work outdoors.
• Need to bring appropriate clothing for weather.

Responsibilities

• Experience a range of conservation-based careers.
• Work on habitat management, surveying, and communications.

Job description

Step Into the Wild!

Ever wondered what it’s like to work for nature? Or are you intrigued about how we can help your studies and employability.

Our Work Experience Week enables you to get hands-on with real projects that enhance wildlife and restore habitats. From exploring nature reserves to learning how we care for species and ecosystems, you’ll discover the skills and careers that make a difference for our planet. This is your chance to experience life behind the scenes at a locally based wildlife organisation. Giving you a chance to play your part in creating a greener future.

Opportunity at Allestree Park

We are offering 20 young people (yrs 10-13) the opportunity to take part in a week long work experience placement at Allestree Park. During the week, you will get the opportunity to experience a range of conservation based careers through hands on workshops with our staff. The whole week will be spent outdoors working on the site trying out practical habitat management, surveying, engagement, communications and much more.

Participants will need to be able to travel to Allestree park and be on site 9.30-3.00 each day. They will need to bring clothes appropriate for the weather plus packed lunch and drinks for the day.

The dates are from 11th - 15th May 2026.

Please note that this is an unpaid work experience opportunity.