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About the Project
Forest of Selwood (FoS) is leading an exciting community nature restoration project to restore and create wildflower meadows at two sites in the Frome area:
Long Ham Meadow, Witham Friary — owned by FoS
Land in Bruton — leased by Bruton Town Council
The project aims to catalyse the restoration of up to 25 acres of wildflower meadow and engage at least 75 local people in hands-on restoration and monitoring activities. It aims to inspire individuals and organisations to undertake their own meadow restoration on public and private land, and in gardens.
Working together in nature, participants will develop a sense of agency in addressing the ecological crisis, build community connections, and combat the social isolation, depression and anxiety that can arise from environmental concerns.
Role Overview
This is a new and varied role, central to making the project a success. The Coordinator will work alongside experienced trustees and community partners to engage volunteers, run practical events, manage project administration and help document and share the project’s impact. The post holder will be a community-facing, organised and enthusiastic individual with a genuine interest in nature and people.
Responsibilities
Volunteer Engagement & Support
Recruit and support volunteers across both sites, working with partner organisations including BrueCrew, One Planet Bruton, Friends of Long Ham Meadow, The Balsam Centre and Witham Friary Parish Council
Act as the primary point of contact for volunteers, providing a welcoming and inclusive experience
Help onboard new volunteers and maintain ongoing relationships with existing ones
Support volunteers to carry out wildlife monitoring (butterflies, bumblebees and wildflower planting success)
Event Organisation
Deliver a programme, working with y trustees, of practical conservation days, community workshops and celebration events at sites in Bruton, at Long Ham and other sites throughout 2026 and 2027
Coordinate the events programme with partners and promote via social media and newsletter
Organise a final project event to bring together all participants to evaluate progress, achievements and future learning
Liaise with expert trustees and external specialists to provide appropriate guidance and tuition at events
Community & Media Engagement
With the assistance of Trustees appoint a videographer to co-create a series of participatory videos with local people about nature restoration and meadow creation
Support promotion of the project through FoS social media channels and newsletter
Engage with community allotment users and the wider public at the Bruton site
Share project results with community organisations across the area
Project Administration
Maintain records of volunteer participation, activities and outcomes
Collect and collate participant feedback, including surveys on how views on the ecological crisis have changed
Contribute to monitoring and evaluation reporting
Provide general administrative support to the project as required.
Person Specification
Essential
Experience of working with volunteers or community groups
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied workload and coordinate events
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a friendly and inclusive approach
A genuine interest in and commitment to nature conservation and the environment
Ability to work independently and use initiative, with minimal day-to-day supervision
Willingness to work outdoors in all weathers and undertake practical conservation tasks
Good IT skills including use of email, social media and basic office software
Full UK driving licence and access to own transport (the sites are rural)
Desirable
Experience of meadow management, wildflower planting or ecological surveying
Experience of producing video or social media content
Knowledge of the local area and existing networks in Frome, Bruton or surrounding villages
Experience working in the charity or voluntary sector
First aid certificate (or willingness to obtain one)
Terms & Conditions
This is a fixed-term, part-time post funded for 12 months. The post is subject to a three-month probationary period. Some evening and weekend working will be required to support events, for which time off in lieu will be given. The post holder will be based at home with regular travel to both project sites.
Forest of Selwood is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Closing date: 29 May 2026Interviews: 3 June 2026 Bruton/ Brewham
For an informal conversation about the role, please contact:Charles Couzens, Trustee, 07850 629328
