Trills
Nature Recovery Trainee
Age - 28
Trills was struggling to find work and wanted to find a fulfilling new career that involved working outdoors and engaging with people.
As the Nature Recovery Trainee at Hyde Park Source, Trills found a role that aligned with their values and sparked a passion for building connections between communities and nature.
After feeling like their previous jobs weren’t meaningful enough, Trills found their New to Nature placement that offered the chance to gain new skills and have a positive impact.
Trills felt drawn to Hyde Park Source’s community-centred approach and felt excited by the prospect of getting to also work with partner organisations Leeds Coppice Workers and Fruit Works Co-operative. This collaborative way of working strengthened Trills’ enthusiasm and led to them developing valuable working relationships that made the role especially fulfilling.
“So many people who are desperate to work in this sector haven’t got a chance because it’s so competitive. People should definitely
get more access to these roles as it’s been so
life-opening.”
The placement helped Trills build confidence, gain skills in gardening and growing, as well as experience running workshops and connecting people to nature. Their experiences reinforced their desire to continue working outdoors and with communities.
After feeling uncertain about their career ambitions, the New to Nature programme helped Trills discover their passion for creating joyful spaces for communities to connect with the environment.
New to Nature is funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund as part of the celebrations to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee and the King’s Coronation, delivered through a partnership of Groundwork, The King’s Trust, Disability Rights UK, Mission Diverse and the Youth Environmental Service.
