Tender Opportunities
The Leven Programme is committed to working directly with those who live, work and visit the local area. The River Park Programme as the most active project in the Programme began delivery phase in June 2025.
We are looking for organisations, companies and individuals to undertake paid projects. Below is a list of the current projects out to tender.
We are looking for people to join our Heritage and Archaeology Employability Course. It offers structured training in fieldwork, research, and transferable skills that can be used in a wide range of different sectors. Designed to enhance employability, this programme provides practical experience to help build your CV, and connect with industry professionals—all while exploring fascinating heritage sites. No prior experience required.
The employability project will run three times , each cycle consisting of three phases. Participants can do one, two or all three phases. Minimum age is 16.
The Heritage and Archaeology Employability Course is a flexible, practical programme designed to build skills, confidence and real-world experience. The project runs three times, with each cycle made up of three phases. Participants can choose to take part in one, two or all three phases.
The course begins with introductory training, a 10-week programme combining on-site work and indoor learning. Delivered twice weekly, it introduces archaeology basics, site safety, interpretation and a wide range of transferable workplace skills.
This is followed by an intensive three-week field school, offering an immersive, hands-on experience in excavation, surveying and conservation, giving participants a taste of real-world heritage work.
The final phase is a one-week paid work placement with an archaeology employer or third-sector heritage organisation, providing valuable workplace experience, networking opportunities and flexible arrangements to fit around existing commitments.
Timetable
Course 1: February – June 2026 - This course has started.
Course 2: August – October 2026 - Sign up to this one!
Course 3: February – June 2027
Deadline for applications for Course 2 is 22nd July
The first course started on the 23rd of February and the first 10-week block will run every Monday and Wednesday, 10.30 - 14.30, until the 6th of May.
The second course starts on 5th of August and will run each Wednesday - Friday until the 9th of October.
If you're interested please email Paul Murtagh for more information at Paul.murtagh@greenactiontrust.org
Further tenders will emerge in due course and there will also be updates on our social media
Job Opportunities
There currently arent any employment vacancies on the River Park Team but please check back regularly and keep an eye on our social media for opportunities.
Green Action Trust is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, and we encourage candidates to apply regardless of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or ethnicity, religion or belief.
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