RSRN Red Squirrel Ranger

BIAZA (British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums); Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading wildlife conservation organization in the Liverpool City Region is seeking an individual to contribute to a vital project aimed at restoring red squirrels to the area. The role involves implementing a grey squirrel control programme and requires community engagement as part of the conservation efforts. This is a fixed-term position running until December 2029, with an average of 22.5 hours per week. Applications can be sent via email, and the position closes on January 25, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to implementing a grey squirrel control programme.
• Engage local community in conservation efforts.

Job description

Knowsley Safari

Merseyside Closing date for applications is: 25th Jan 2026

This role, funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, is designed to connect the local community to our natural heritage as part of a wider conservation project aiming to see Red Squirrels (Sciurus vulgaris) return to the Knowsley Estate and the surrounding areas. The post holder will contribute to the implementation of a targeted grey squirrel control programme to clear the current grey squirrel population on the Knowsley Estate and prevent incursion from the surrounding areas.

Contract: Fixed Term until December 2029

Hours: 1170 hours per annum (based on an average of 22.5 hours per week)

For more information about Knowsley Safari and this role, please visit the Knowsley Safari website to download the recruitment pack.

Apply for this job:

Please send your completed application form along with your CV to [e-mail] by the closing date of midnight Sunday 25 January 2026.