Senior Reserves Officer x2

1x full time, permanent   

1x full time, maternity cover - starting date of 1 April 2026 (expected 9 months)  

Closing date 12noon on 26th January   

Interviews will be held in February   

We're looking for two people to take a leading role in the management of our nature reserves, to help us maintain them in good ecological condition and develop them as safe & inspiring places for public access, education, research and demonstration.  As Senior Reserves Officer, you’ll work closely with the Head of Reserves to plan and deliver habitat management and monitoring on your allocated sites, particularly through volunteers, graziers and contractors. 

For the permanent role, we are keen to hear from those who have experience of engaging local communities and particularly hard-to-reach groups to access green spaces and nature reserves.  

What you will bring to the role:   

·                  Experience of habitat and estate management including inspections, planning and directing work  

·                  Experience of managing projects for wildlife, including budget management  

·                  Experience of supporting & directing colleagues, such as a mentoring or coaching role  

·                  A passion for wildlife & nature  

·                  A personable manner and the ability to work with a wide range of people  

·                  Previous experience of managing and motivating volunteer groups  

·                  Previous experience of supervision of contractors  

Due to the nature of the role a UK Driving Licence is required.  

The Trust is committed to building an equal, diverse and inclusive workforce we encourage applications from a diverse range of suitably qualified candidates.  Please let us know if you require any adjustments to make our recruitment process more accessible.   

Why work for us - benefits we offer:   

·                  25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays and Service related holiday (pro-rated for part time staff)  

·                  Salary sacrifice benefits  

·                  Life assurance  

·                  Generous pension - company contribution 7%, employee contribution 3%  

·                  Enhanced Sick Pay  

·                  Flexible working policy  

·                  Employee Assistance Programme  

·                  Staff discounts  

·                  Employee away days  

·                  Enhanced pay for maternity and adoption leave  

·                  Coaching    

·                  Support with training and development to assist career progression  

·                  Inclusive & supportive work atmosphere   

Safeguarding:      

Shropshire Wildlife Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. For applicable roles, applicants must be willing to undergo reference checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service checks at the appropriate level       

No enquiries from agencies or for further advertising will be taken.   

Shropshire Wildlife Trust (SWT) has a vision of a thriving natural world, where Shropshire's wildlife and natural habitats play a valued role in addressing the climate and ecological emergencies, and people are inspired and empowered to take action for nature. We combine projects across Shropshire (including Telford & Wrekin) with advocacy and campaigning to restore nature and to engage people. We manage over 40 nature reserves and have almost 50 staff, 300 volunteers, and over 9000 members. SWT is an autonomous charity, but we are increasingly working collectively, as part of The Wildlife Trusts (TWT), to ensure that our local actions have a national impact and help to address global issues.

We value courage, respect, integrity, trust and responsibility. Whilst we are passionate in promoting our aims, we are not judgemental and are inclusive. We want our people to be as diverse as nature, so we particularly encourage applications from people who are underrepresented within our sector, including people from minority backgrounds and people with disabilities. We are committed to creating a movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities.

As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to offering an interview to anyone with a disability that meets all the essential criteria for the post. Please let us know if you require any adjustments to make our recruitment process more accessible.