Forestry Roots FAQ

Interested in Forestry Roots and want to know more, check out the answers to our most frequently asked questions below.

Who is Forestry Roots for?

Forestry Roots is designed for people who aren’t currently gainfully employed or employed in Forestry or Arboriculture, and who have faced barriers within education or employment.

What are the eligibility criteria?

Applicants must:

  • Be aged 18-30
  • Not be currently gainfully employed
  • Not be working in Forestry or Arboriculture
  • Have faced barriers within education or employment

Why does this traineeship have these eligibility criteria?

Forestry Roots is charitably funded and has been specifically designed to help young people who without this opportunity wouldn’t be able to get a job in the sector, by having strict eligibility criteria we ensure we are helping the people that need this specific opportunity.

What counts as a barrier to education or employment?

We appreciate that there are many different barriers that people may experience, they can include neurodiversity, mental health challenges, coming from a socioeconomically disadvantaged background, and many other lived experiences. Should you be unsure if you meet this criteria and want to speak in confidence to someone please get in touch. 

When do applications open?

Applications open each year in Spring. We announce this on social media and on our website so we would suggest following us and checking in regularly if you’re wanting to apply.

How many jobs are there each year, and where will they be?

The number of jobs can very depending on funding availability, and the jobs are usually in different locations each year but we try and get a good geographical spread but this does depend on which hosts apply each year.

I don’t meet the eligibility criteria, what advice can I get on getting a job in the sector?

We have a dedicated Forestry and Arboriculture Careers Advice Service which you are welcome to contact and we will do our best to help you figure out your best options to establish a career in Forestry or Arboriculture.

I’m an employer and interested in getting involved, what do I do?

You can contact us to find out more, applications open every December.