Force of Nature
The Force of Nature campaign is being led by Groundwork as part of their New to Nature programme. Funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, the campaign calls upon employers and organisations in the green space sector to improve accessibility and appeal for jobs for young people who are connected to nature, green space and the environment.
For the Green Space Skills Hub, this falls beyond the needs of young people and we hope that our jobs board showcases opportunities for Londoners of all ages and backgrounds, and those who are under-represented in the sector.
London is the city of diversity and community and needs its green spaces and nature to thrive. Creating a diverse and inclusive workforce in the green sector is essential for innovation and ensuring a sustainable future for all. The Green Space Skills Hub is proud to be the online destination to find green space and nature-based jobs across London supporting partners, candidates and employers.
The London Green Space Skills Hub is supporting the #ForceOfNature, and we invite you to support it too!
If you would like to get involved in promoting the Green Jobs campaign – Force of Nature – please contact us at greenspaceskillshub@groundwork.org.uk or access media resources and follow our social media guide and create your own social media posts:
The Need for Change in the Green Space Sector
The green space industry faces significant challenges that hinder the sector from reaching its full potential. To put it simply, the Green Space Skills Hub conducted a research report into perceptions of UK-based green space jobs and the sector: jobs relating to land management. We found that green space jobs are under-recognised for the required skills and lack public respect. We identified challenges and barriers facing employers and job seekers, including the lack of visibility of jobs within the industry and the career progression opportunities they provide. Furthermore, we identified potential activities that could help address these issues and outlined some recommendations that aim to raise the profile of the industry and attract more people into these jobs.
You can view the report below.
Encouraging Change in the Green Space Sector
You can help us improve access to the sector
and encourage change!
We are asking employers and organisations across the green space sector to support this campaign. We’re pledging to work towards a more inclusive environmental sector by:
Committing to an action plan designed to make our organisation more inclusive and diverse
Adopting recruitment practices that proactively seek to address a lack of diversity in the environmental sector
Opening up pathways for diverse talent by creating entry-level positions with prospects for career progression
Sign the pledge on behalf of your organisations.
Green Jobs Campaign Feb – March 2024
If you would like to get involved in promoting the Green Jobs campaign – Force of Nature – please contact us at greenspaceskillshub@groundwork.org.uk or access media resources and follow our social media guide and create your own social media posts:
