We’re looking for an individual with a passion for the environment and a strong understanding of how people, history and culture have shaped the landscapes we care for. This is a new and influential role that will help ensure landscape change across the North of England is ambitious, authentic and rooted in cultural heritage, while supporting transformational outcomes for nature in a changing climate.
This is a part time role, offering 30 hours per week, there is a degree of flexibility when these can be worked, to be discussed further at interview. You’ll be required to travel across the North of England , typically several times per month, depending on project needs, and the locations of sites and partners you’ll be working with. Specific contractual location and flexible working arrangements will be discussed at interview stage.
This role can be based either of our hubs in Cumbria, Manchester, Altrincham, York or Newcastle.
What it's like to work here:We’re at a pivotal moment in our organisational history. Our strategy, People & Nature Thriving, challenges us to think differently about how we care for places, respond to climate change and work with others to create meaningful, lasting impact. Working here means being part of a collaborative, expert and values‑led organisation, where curiosity, creativity and inclusion are encouraged. You’ll be supported to grow your expertise, contribute to national ambitions and help shape how people experience and connect with place.
What you'll be doing:Working across the North as part of our Restore Nature Specialist Delivery team, you’ll use your expertise in cultural and historic landscapes to inform and influence landscape change at scale. You’ll help ensure that decisions about nature recovery are grounded in an understanding of how landscapes have been occupied, shaped and valued over time, and how people continue to relate to them today.
This will include contributing to landscape design processes, shaping and commissioning heritage impact assessments, and embedding both tangible and intangible heritage into projects. You’ll work closely with colleagues and partners to inspire confidence in engaging people with place, support the development of high‑quality and inclusive interpretation, and represent cultural heritage in decision‑making.
Alongside project work, you’ll contribute to wider organisational change, including national programmes and the adaptive re-use of heritage assets, and build strong relationships with partners such as universities, research bodies, voluntary organisations and community groups.
Who we're looking forWe'd love to hear from you, if you:
- Have confidence and knowledge in two or more of the following areas: history, art or design history, architectural history, landscape history, museum studies, cultural heritage or social history
- Are up to date with standards, guidance and innovation relating to the care and management of buildings, landscapes and collections
- Have experience of developing engaging, accessible interpretation and visitor information
- Are committed to inclusive and diverse histories, programming and engagement
- Communicate clearly and confidently and can build strong relationships with a wide range of colleagues and partners
- Are an agile thinker and problem‑solver, able to use your expertise to influence decisions and navigate complexity
- Are proactive and well organised, with experience of managing projects and balancing quality, time and cost
- Act as a leader for inclusion, helping to create inclusive ways of working and welcoming cultures
The packageThe National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.
- Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary
- Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
- Rental deposit loan scheme
- EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria)
- Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
- Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.
- Flexible working whenever possible
- Employee assistance programme
- Free parking at most Trust places
Requirements :Compliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK
Permanent p/t (30 hrs pw)
