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Opportunities

Browse our opportunities here, ranging from volunteer positions to fully-funded courses tailored to Scilly residents. 

Community Research Coordinator - APPLICATIONS CLOSED

Hugh Town, Isles of Scilly TR21, UK

Courses & Resources
Interested in research of your own or learning something new?
Check out the courses below which are free or funded for the Isles of Scilly community - open to all, no experience needed. 
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Missing Pieces Project - Historic England

Online

Ongoing

The Missing Pieces Project invites you to share your pictures and stories of the unique, significant and memorable places on the National Heritage List for England (otherwise known as ‘the List’). The List is a register of all nationally protected historic buildings and sites across England.

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Council of the Isles of Scilly - Local Plan Development

Online

Ongoing

The Council of the Isles of Scilly are moving into the early evidence‑gathering and engagement stage of their Local Plan development and we are seeking views on the key themes and issues that the new Local Plan should address.

Find out more and sign up to their consultation database

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South West Marine Ecosystems Webinars

Online

The South West Marine Ecosystems programme brings the marine community together to consider changes in our local seas.

They host a series of themed webinars including seabirds, Marine Protected Areas (MPAs), Fish, Seals and Plastic Pollution ,which can be viewed via their YouTube Channel.

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Field Studies Council - Natural History Courses

Online

(Fees apply for some courses)

The Field Studies Council is an environmental education charity. They run a series of courses covering all aspects of the natural world for beginners, enthusiasts, volunteer recorders and professionals, including animals, plants, habitats and conservation.

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'Greatest Gull' - Summer Exhibition 

IOS Steamship Office, St Mary's

Summer 2026

This exhibition by the IOS Museum, Five Islands Academy and IOS Wildlife Trust centres around the plight of the greater black-backed gull, and how this once hunted and hated predator is now on the Endangered Species Red List. 

The exhibition dives further into their lives, habitats and conservation.

 

Archival items such as taxidermy birds, antique collected eggs and early glass-plate photographs from the Museum's archive to explore changing attitudes to these gulls over time.

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Isles of Scilly Community Archaeology Group Meeting
Sunday 26th April
In Person

Burial chambers, Cruther's Hill, St Martins

 

Join the volunteers to conserve historical sites around the islands.

Further event details on their Facebook page

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Talk - A History of Pilot Gig Rowing & The World Pilot Gig Championships

By Andrew Hicks, local boat builder

Thursday 30th April at 10.00am

Porthloo Boat Building Shed

In Person

Free event

Join local boat builder Andrew Hicks for a fascinating look at the history of pilot gig rowing and the early days of the World Pilot Gig Championships.


This is a great opportunity to hear stories from someone closely connected to the sport and learn more about how the Championships began and evolved over the years.

Organised by The World Pilot Gig Championships and Visit Isles of Scilly

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Webinar - Together for Nature: One year of delivering the Nature Recovery Strategy

Thursday 7th May

1.30pm - 3.00pm

Online

Free

Join the Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Local Nature Partnership for their 'Together for Nature' webinar marking one year since the adoption of the Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Nature Recovery Strategy.

Over the past year, pertners across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly have begun turning strategy into much-needed action for nature. In this webinar we want to celebrate the collective progress we have made and look ahead to the next phase of delivery.

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WiSe Operator & Adventure Course

Monday 18th & Wednesday 20th May

7pm - 9.30pm

Online

(Fees apply)

The WiSe Scheme is the UK's national training scheme for best practice around marine and coastal wildlife to minimise disturbance.

The WiSe Combined Boat Operators and Adventure Course is delivered in an online format and lasts around 5 hours, usually over two evening sessions or one single daytime session.

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Isles of Scilly Community Archaeology Group Meeting
Sunday 24th May
In Person

Burial chambers and cottages, Samson

 

Join the volunteers to conserve historical sites around the islands.

Further event details on their Facebook page

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Energy Advice & Support 

Thursday 28th May

11.00am - 12.00pm

St Mary's Library

Virtual Drop-in

Speak to National Energy Action online for expert energy advice.

Every 4th Thursday of the month at St Mary's Library

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CIOS Consultation - Isles of Scilly Children & Young People's Plan 2026-2029 

Closes Tuesday 2nd June at 12.00pm

Online

The Council of the Isles of Scilly have launched a consultation on their draft Isles of Scilly Children and Young People's Plan 2026-2029 


They want to know what you think of the priorities and actions set out in the draft plan, as it will help focus efforts to respond to the needs of local families over the next 3 years.

 

Find out how to read the draft plan in full and complete the survey

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Feel Good Walk with IOS Children's Services 

Tuesday 16th June

10.00am

In Person

This walk is for anyone in the community - come along and meet new people, walk with a little one, chat about your childhood and leave with a smile on your face.

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Energy Advice & Support 

Thursday 25th June

11.00am - 12.00pm

St Mary's Library

Virtual Drop-in

Speak to National Energy Action online for expert energy advice.

Every 4th Thursday of the month at St Mary's Library

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Isles of Scilly Community Archaeology Group Meeting
Sunday 28th June
In Person

Farmhouse, chapel and cist grave, Teän

 

Join the volunteers to conserve historical sites around the islands.

Further event details on their Facebook page

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Our Safeguarding Children Partnership: Multi-Agency Neglect Training
Monday 6th July
Virtual

Course fee payable

This one-day course is designed for multi-agency professionals in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly who work directly with children and families.

The programme builds on existing safeguarding knowledge, providing an in-depth exploration of neglect and its impact across the child’s life course.

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Isles of Scilly Community Archaeology Group Meeting
Sunday 26th July
In Person

Mediaeval chapel, hut and church, St. Helen's

 

Join the volunteers to conserve historical sites around the islands.

Further event details on their Facebook page

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Energy Advice & Support 

Thursday 30th July

11.00am - 12.00pm

St Mary's Library

Virtual Drop-in

Speak to National Energy Action online for expert energy advice.

Every 4th Thursday of the month at St Mary's Library

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Isles of Scilly Community Archaeology Group Meeting
Sunday 23rd August
In Person

Burial chambers, Middle and Little Arthur

 

Join the volunteers to conserve historical sites around the islands.

Further event details on their Facebook page

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Energy Advice & Support 

Thursday 27th August

11.00am - 12.00pm

St Mary's Library

Virtual Drop-in

Speak to National Energy Action online for expert energy advice.

Every 4th Thursday of the month at St Mary's Library

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Isles of Scilly Community Archaeology Group Meeting
Sunday 20th September
In Person

Entrance grave and kelp pit, White Island

 

Join the volunteers to conserve historical sites around the islands.

Further event details on their Facebook page

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Energy Advice & Support 

Thursday 24th September

11.00am - 12.00pm

St Mary's Library

Virtual Drop-in

Speak to National Energy Action online for expert energy advice.

Every 4th Thursday of the month at St Mary's Library

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Isles of Scilly Community Archaeology Group Meeting
Sunday 18th October
In Person

Entrance graves, Samson Hill, Bryher

 

Join the volunteers to conserve historical sites around the islands.

Further event details on their Facebook page

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Energy Advice & Support 

Thursday 29th October

11.00am - 12.00pm

St Mary's Library

Virtual Drop-in

Speak to National Energy Action online for expert energy advice.

Every 4th Thursday of the month at St Mary's Library

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Isles of Scilly Community Archaeology Group Meeting
Sunday 15th November
In Person

Kelp pits and boulder wall, Toll's Island, St Mary's

 

Join the volunteers to conserve historical sites around the islands.

Further event details on their Facebook page

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Energy Advice & Support 

Thursday 26th November

11.00am - 12.00pm

St Mary's Library

Virtual Drop-in

Speak to National Energy Action online for expert energy advice.

Every 4th Thursday of the month at St Mary's Library

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Isles of Scilly Community Archaeology Group Meeting
Sunday 13th December
In Person

Guided walk, St Mary's

 

Join the volunteers to conserve historical sites around the islands.

Further event details on their Facebook page

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St Mary's Health Centre - Patient Participation Group
 

The Patient Participation Group (PPG) is a chance to discuss issues that matter to you and other patients, and work with us to make improvements.


Whether you’ve got ideas, feedback, or just want to get involved — we’d love to hear from you.


Join us and be part of shaping your local GP services.

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Three Seas Cornwall
Letter of Support - Carn Thomas Project

 

Three Seas Cornwall are working on a project to create 7 socially rented homes at the Carn Thomas Primary site - they need to show community support to help secure funding.


Signing a Letter of Support is quick, free, and shows the major funding body Homes England that Scilly needs and supports these seven new socially rented homes.


Complete the Letter of Support online by clicking the button below

Or call in and pick up a paper copy from the CRN office at Quay House, the PEC or the Library

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Hugh Town
St Mary's, Isles of Scilly
TR21 0HY

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