Assistant Warden
WWT
About The Role
Due to an internal promotion we have an exciting opportunity for a proactive individual to join the team.
WWT Welney is seeking a dedicated and passionate individual to support the running of this remarkable RAMSAR, SPA, and SSSI wetland site in Norfolk.
WWT Welney Wetland Centre in Norfolk, takes in 700ha of the northernmost part of the Ouse Washes supporting countless wetland species including breeding populations of black-tailed godwit, lapwing, redshank and snipe and attracting mass winter gatherings of many thousands of wild ducks and swans. With its modern visitor centre, Welney is the gateway to Norfolk and the Ouse Washes
Your role will be varied including biological recording and surveying, habitat management, estate maintenance and cattle checks. You will also play a key role in running guided walks, assisting with events and to promote and supervise volunteers.
About You
To join as Assistant warden you will:
- bring a good mix of practical conservation and engagement experience
- bring knowledge of UK wetland species to support the onsite species monitoring
- be a people person, who can work within a small team and confidently engage with the public
The ideal candidate will have a passion for wildlife conservation, willingness to learn and experience within the field. If this sounds like you click apply.
About Us
We’re WWT, and we’re on a mission to restore the super-powered ecosystems we call wetlands. There’s never been a more important moment for our work, and we’ve got some phenomenal people on the case.
Whether they’re taking a new visitor under their wing, or conducting ground-breaking research further afield, our team are second to none. And there’s nothing we love more than watching them soar.
Whatever you do here, you’ll be helping to restore wetlands and unlock their power. So, the only question left is, what role will you play?
Why you’ll love working at WWT
- Wake up every day knowing your work is helping to restore wetlands, and our world
- Be surrounded and inspired by our team of passionate, dedicated people
- 33 days annual leave (which goes up to 38 days after 5 years of service) – this includes bank holidays and you have flexibility to take those days whenever you want
- Free entry to all our wetland centres, including your family
- Free car parking and secure bike storage areas
- Colleague discount on shopping and memberships
- Cycle to work scheme
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life Assurance of three times your salary, for peace of mind for your loved ones
- Independent personal, workplace and financial advice from Care first
WWT is an equal opportunities employer and all applications will be considered solely on merit.
Registered Charity Number England & Wales, no 1030884 and Scotland, no SC039410
About WWT
We are the wetland restoration charity. Together we will unlock the power of wetlands – and help nature burst back to life. Since the 1940s, we have been dedicated to protecting wetlands and saving wetland species.
We are a growing, global community of nature lovers. Our vision is a world where healthy wetland nature thrives and enriches lives.
We are the wetland restoration charity. Together we will unlock the power of wetlands – and help nature burst back to life. Since the 1940s, we have been dedicated to protecting wetlands and saving wetland species. We are a growing, global community of nature lovers. Our vision is a world where healthy wetland nature thrives and enriches lives.
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