Job role

The RSRN Project Assistant is an early career role designed to give more people the chance to have a career in the conservation sector. This role comes with a generous training budget and will provide opportunities to develop skills and experience as part of a conservation project. The postholder will be expected to support a wide range of activities, working alongside and supported by Project Officers and Community Engagement Officers. These activities will include supporting volunteer activities, ecological surveys and field work, community events and education workshops, digital events and social media, data analysis.

How to apply

To apply for the position of RSRN Project Assistant (early career role), please complete the corresponding Application Form in full and return it to the contact details above by the specified deadline.

Deadline to submit applications is 09:00 on, 16th November 2026.

Interviews are planned for the 14th December at our main office in Gosforth, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, with an intended start date of the 5th January 2027

Please note, CVs and/or covering letters will not be accepted.

If you require any further information, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

Thank you for your interest in in Northumberland Wildlife Trust.