Senior Reserves Officer x2

1x full time permanent

1xfull time maternity cover - starting date of 1 April 2026 (expected 9 months)

Closing date 12noon on 26th January

Interviews will be held in February

Werelooking fortwo people to take a leading role in the management of our nature reserves tohelp usmaintainthem in good ecological condition and develop them as safe & inspiring places for public access educationresearchand Senior Reserves Officeryoullwork closely with the Head of Reserves to plan and deliver habitat management and monitoring on yourallocatedsites particularly through volunteersgraziersand contractors.

For thepermanentrole we are keen to hear from those who have experience ofengaging local communities and particularly hard-to-reach groups toaccessgreen spaces and naturereserves.

What you will bring to the role:

Experience of habitat and estate management including inspectionsplanningand 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

Previousexperience of managing and motivating volunteer groups

Previousexperience of supervision of contractors

Due to the nature of the role a UK Driving Licence isrequired.

The Trust is committed to building an equaldiverseand inclusive workforce we encourage applications from a diverse range of suitably qualified 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 andService relatedholiday (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 toassistcareer 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 theappropriate level

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

INDMED

Shropshire Wildlife Trust (SWT) has a vision of a thriving natural world where Shropshires 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.