Assistant Warden

RSPB; Phillack; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading conservation charity seeks a Part-Time Assistant Warden to manage operations at Hayle Estuary and Marazion Marsh in West Cornwall. This role emphasizes community engagement, habitat management, and volunteer leadership, contributing to wildlife conservation in picturesque reserves.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Life Assurance Scheme

26 days' Annual Leave (pro rata)

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience of practical habitat and estate management.
• Proven track record of working independently and in teams.
• Comfortable managing diverse volunteer teams.

Responsibilities

• Create annual and seasonal work plans in line with reserve objectives.
• Manage site operations safely and ensure risk controls are in place.
• Serve as the main contact for local community engagement.

Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Team Leadership

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Part-Time Assistant Warden
Reference: MAY20259260
Location: Hayle Estuary, West Cornwall
Salary: £27,123.00 - £28,956.00 Per Annum
Benefits: Pension Scheme, Life Assurance Scheme, 26 days' Annual Leave (pro rata)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part-Time – 22.5 hours per week

Join our team and help oversee two stunning nature reserves in West Cornwall. Hayle Estuary offers striking views and hosts wintering wetland birds, along with migratory waders, gulls, and terns in spring and autumn. Nearby, Marazion Marsh is a hidden gem with reedbeds that draw diverse warblers in summer. Leading local volunteers, you’ll play a vital role in conserving these special places for wildlife and people. Your friendly, dependable nature will help build strong relationships with colleagues and visitors, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

What's the role about?

You'll support the Site Manager in delivering the reserve management plan and ensuring smooth site operations. You'll lead habitat management with volunteers, maintain infrastructure, and oversee visitor facilities. Based at the RSPB Cornwall Reserves office in Penzance, your focus will be Hayle Estuary and Marazion Marsh. Success in this role relies on your ability to motivate volunteers and your dependable, efficient work style.

Key responsibilities:

• Create annual and seasonal work plans in line with reserve objectives.
• Manage site operations safely and ensure risk controls are in place.
• Serve as the main contact for the local community, building strong relationships.

Essential skills, knowledge and experience:

• You will have knowledge and experience of practical habitat and estate management.
• You will have a proven track record of working of completing work alone and working within a varied team.
• Comfortable managing volunteers from a range of backgrounds
• Full driving licence.
• Familiarity with machinery, tools, and equipment maintenance and operation.
• Competent in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong problem-solving abilities with practical solutions.
• Excellent verbal communication skills across various audiences.
• Experience in developing and implementing work plans.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage oneself and team accordingly.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in managing volunteer teams.

Closing date: 23:59, Sun, 29th Jun 2025
We are looking to conduct interviews for this position from 15th July 2025

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