Engagement & Activities Leader

Royal Society of Wildlife Trusts; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading wildlife organization in the United Kingdom is looking for an Engagement & Activities Leader to deliver engaging nature-based programs. This role involves coordinating events and volunteers, while ensuring activities cater to a diverse audience. Strong understanding of learning methods and UK wildlife is essential. The position offers a supportive environment, generous benefits, and an emphasis on inclusivity. Join us in helping nature recover through innovative engagement.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Flexible working hours

Salary exchange pension

Learning & Development Programme

Wellbeing initiatives

Cycle and electric vehicle schemes

Membership to wildlife trusts

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of different ways people learn and communicate.
• Experience engaging various audiences in different settings.
• Good knowledge of common UK wildlife and habitats.

Responsibilities

• Deliver nature-themed events and activities.
• Prepare a year-round program of activities.
• Coordinate team members and recruit volunteers.
• Develop learning resources to promote nature connection.

Skills

Strong understanding of learning styles

Ability to engage diverse audiences

Knowledge of UK wildlife and habitats

Excellent planning and organization skills

Job description

Closing date: Tuesday 9 December 2025

Salary: £23,600 - £24,920 (pro rata) per annum (FTE £29,500 - £31,150)

Contract type: Permanent / Working hours: Part time

Location: College Lake, Upper Icknield Way, Bulbourne, Tring, Buckinghamshire, HP23 5QG

The Engagement & Activities Leader will help nature recover by delivering an engaging programme of activities that will inspire a diverse range of visitors to connect with nature.

The Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust has a vision for more nature everywhere, for everyone. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. This includes you being comfortable bringing your whole self to work, and us co‑working with the diverse communities we serve to ensure we are meeting everyone’s needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver nature themed events and activities to visitors from a wide range of ages and backgrounds.
• Prepare and deliver a year‑round seasonal programme of bookable and drop‑in activities that will deliver a positive financial contribution.
• Coordinate team members and volunteer resources, including helping to recruit Activity Volunteers who assist in delivering the programme.
• Develop informative learning resources across a variety of media to promote nature connection.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of different ways people learn and communicate.
• Experience and ability to engage a wide range of audiences in varied settings to impart key concepts.
• Good knowledge of common UK wildlife and habitats.
• Excellent planning and organisation skills including financial awareness.

The Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust is committed to equal opportunities and maintaining a safe and secure environment for all children and young people. Therefore, the successful applicant for this position will be subject to pre‑employment checks including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please note, it is an offence to apply for this position if barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement with paid birthday leave, balance days, urgent personal business leave and generous occupational sick pay.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and family‑friendly policies.
• Flexible working to achieve work‑life balance.
• Salary exchange pension with generous employer contribution.
• Learning & Development Programme for all.
• Wellbeing initiatives including qualified Mental Health First Aiders, YuLife benefit package - access to immediate and confidential help for any work, health, or life matters; 3x life assurance, online GP access, discounts and trade YuCoin points for gift cards.
• Salary sacrifice Cycle scheme & Electric Vehicle scheme.
• Membership to BBOWTs, and The Wildlife Trusts, Staff Network Groups for social interaction, peer support, mentoring and personal development.