Nestled on the Suffolk Broads near Lowestoft, Carlton Marshes is Suffolk’s largest nature reserve and a destination for wildlife enthusiasts throughout the year. Managed by us at Suffolk Wildlife Trust, the reserve features an expansive landscape of grazing marshes, pools, reedbeds and wet grasslands, creating a rich & diverse habitats. The visitor centre provides a warm & welcoming base for exploring the reserve. Staff & our wonderful volunteers are on hand to share their knowledge, help identify wildlife and offer insight into the Trust’s conservation work. The visitor centre also features a café and retail shop, offering a relaxing space to enjoy views across the marshes while enjoying barista coffee, cakes & light refreshments.
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This is an opportunity to lead a busy and thriving café at one of Suffolk Wildlife Trust's flagship nature reserves. You'll work with a passionate team of staff and volunteers to deliver excellent customer service, maintain high standards and support the Trust's mission to bring nature back to Suffolk.
This is a permanent, full-time position working 30 hours per week over four days (Wednesday to Saturday each week). The base of work will be Carlton Marshes Visitor Centre near Lowestoft and the starting salary will be £21,200 per annum (FTE £26,500).
To apply for this opportunity, please submit an application via our website by 9:00am on Wednesday 19 August 2026. The interviews are planned for Wednesday 26 August 2026.
