People are central to success on reserves and you will be committed to talking to the public & leading volunteer work parties and other activities. You’ll support with overseeing day-to-day volunteer activities, input into work schedules and ensure Health & Safety procedures are understood and followed, supporting safe working practices for everyone involved. Just as importantly, you’ll help develop these reserves as welcoming “flagships” for the Trust’s work, ensuring visitors enjoy safe and accessible trails, signage, interpretation and facilities. You’ll have a friendly, engaging manner & contribute to a positive visitor experience, acting as an ambassador for Suffolk Wildlife Trust at every opportunity - supporting open days, guided walks and talks and sharing the story of the Trust’s conservation impact through channels such as social media, local media and Trust communications.
To succeed in this role, it is essential that the successful applicant has previous experience in a similar role, broad habitat & conservation management knowledge and experience, including an awareness of agri-environment schemes and Cross Compliance. Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft 365, are also important, with a willingness to use GIS, volunteer management and CRM systems . You will be familiar with Health & Safety requirements and be a team player with excellent interpersonal & communication skills. You will also be well organised, practical and adaptable, and an effective problem-solver. Finally, you will be self-motivated, enthusiastic and engaging, committed to environmental issues and able to undertake outdoor work in all weathers.
Explore our Nature Reserves across Suffolk
This is a permanent, full-time position working 37.5 hours per week (five out of seven days each week, typically Monday to Friday from 9:00am to 5:00pm). The base of work will be Bradfield Woods and the starting salary will be up to £27,385.07 per annum depending on skills, knowledge and experience.
To apply for this opportunity, please submit an application via our website by 9:00am on Thursday 11 June 2026. The interviews are planned for Monday 29 June 2026 at Bradfield Woods.
