Red Squirrel Recovery Network Project Assistant

Northumberland Wildlife Trust; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional wildlife charity in Newcastle upon Tyne seeks a friendly and enthusiastic Project Assistant for the Red Squirrel Recovery Network. This part-time role (21–28 hours/week) will involve supporting a variety of conservation activities, including volunteer work, ecological surveys, and community events. Ideal for those looking to start a career in conservation, applicants should have a passion for wildlife and a willingness to learn. This fixed-term role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the natural environment.

Qualifications

• Outgoing, friendly, and enthusiastic personality.
• Willingness to learn and a can-do attitude.
• Interest in conservation and wildlife.

Responsibilities

• Support volunteer activities.
• Conduct ecological surveys and field work.
• Organize community events and education workshops.
• Assist with digital events and social media.
• Perform data analysis.

Skills

Volunteering

Ecological surveys

Community events organization

Data analysis

Social media management

Job description

Red Squirrel Recovery Network Project Assistant

Northumberland Wildlife Trust

Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne

National Living Wage

Part Time • Fixed Term

Closing on Wed, 11th Feb 2026

Conservation & Wildlife Ecology

We are looking for an outgoing, friendly and enthusiastic person to support the work of our Red Squirrel Recovery Network (RSRN) programme. This is a partnership between organisations to conserve, protect and celebrate red squirrels. This role would suit someone who is interested in taking a first step on a career path where you can make a real difference to the natural environment and local communities. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from young people (aged 18‑25) local to South East Northumberland. We don't expect you to have experience in all areas, but a can‑do attitude and a willingness to learn are essential.

The postholder will be expected to support a wide range of activities including supporting volunteer activities, ecological surveys and field work, community events and education workshops, digital events and social media, and data analysis.

Role: 21–28 hours per week, for a 10‑month contract. NWT operates a flexitime system.

The deadline for this application is 9.00 on 11 February 2026. An application form and full job pack can be found on our website. Please note CVs will not be accepted.

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About Northumberland Wildlife Trust

Northumberland Wildlife Trust is a charity dedicated to saving wildlife and wild places and helping people to get closer to nature. We are one of 46 Wildlife Trusts, a grassroots movement working across the UK to make life better – for wildlife, for people and for future generations. We aim to inspire people to value nature through our visitor centres, events, education programmes, volunteering and campaigns.