Red Squirrel Recovery Network (RSRN) Project Assistant (early career role)
St Nicholas Park,
Jubilee Road,
Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 3XT
Contact details
Paula Turner (HR and Payroll Officer)
Northumberland Wildlife Trust
St Nicholas Park
Gosforth
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE3 3XT
0191 284 6884paula.turner@northwt.org.uk
Job role
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’re 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. There will be plenty of training opportunities and time to shadow experienced members of staff.
The Red Squirrel Recovery Network (RSRN) is a partnership between organisations working in northern England and southern Scotland to conserve, protect and celebrate red squirrels. Together we are working towards safeguarding the species, raising awareness and supporting more people to take action to help red squirrels.
The RSRN Project Assistant is an early career role designed to give more people the chance to have a career in the conservation sector. This role comes with a generous training budget and will provide opportunities to develop skills and experience as part of a conservation project. The postholder will be expected to support a wide range of activities, working alongside and supported by Project Officers and Community Engagement Officers. These activities will include supporting volunteer activities, ecological surveys and field work, community events and education workshops, digital events and social media, data analysis.
How to apply
To apply for the position of RSRN Project Assistant (early career role), please complete the corresponding Application Form in full and return it to the contact details above by the specified deadline.
Deadline to submit applications is 09:00 on, 11th February 2026 and we expect interviews to take place on 2nd March.
Please note, CVs and/or covering letters will not be accepted.
If you require any further information, please do not hesitate to get in touch (RSRN@northwt.org.uk).
Thank you for your interest in in the Red Squirrel Recovery Network programme.