Project Assistant jobs in United Kingdom

Closing date: Sunday, 1 June 2025

Salary: £22,924.00 per annum

Contract type: Fixed term

Working hours: Full time

Location: Bolton ERC, Bury Road, Bolton, BL2 5DH

Lancashire Wildlife Trust has an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Project Officer to join the Peatland Programme and support our wetter farming projects across Greater Manchester, Lancashire, and North Merseyside.

The Trust is leading innovative land management trials on lowland agricultural peat, and the Assistant Project Officer will work alongside experienced team members to support project delivery.

This role offers a great opportunity for those looking to start a career in peatland restoration, developing skills in monitoring essential for the success of our wetter farming initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, enjoy teamwork, and work effectively with landowners and project partners.

We offer 28 days of holiday plus bank holidays per year, increasing with service. Our friendly, flexible environment provides the chance to contribute to conservation efforts and inspire action for wildlife.

Further details and a full Job Description are available in the Recruitment Pack below. Please review the Job Description before applying.

If interested, complete the Application Form and Diversity Monitoring Form, then send your application via email to applications@lancswt.org.uk before the closing date.

The Diversity Monitoring Form can be completed by clicking here.

(CVs will not be considered - No Agencies)

Closing Date for Receipt of Applications: Sunday, 1 June 2025

Lancashire Wildlife Trust is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.