Jobs at YORKSHIRE WILDLIFE TRUST

We are looking for a bright and energetic Project Assistant to join our Vale of York & Derwent Team to help deliver the YDCP Invasive Non-Native Species (INNS) Catchment Strategy, as well as supporting practical reserves work in autumn and winter. Yorkshire Derwent Catchment Partnership | Yorkshire Wildlife Trust

This role will primarily focus on the treatment of INNS (mostly giant hogweed) with pesticides and liaising with landowners to further the treatment of INNS. Working alongside the Partnership’s project team, you will assist delivering the annual INNS control programme and support producing the annual INNS treatment report and updating the INNS Catchment Strategy. Our INNS programme is focused on the eradication of giant hogweed throughout the Derwent Catchment by 2030. As this is a phototoxic species, which we treat using chemicals, you must be prepared to adhere to strict Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and biosecurity protocols.

Many of the physical tasks are carried out during the summer months in full PPE, with a full knapsack sprayer, so a good level of mobility and fitness is essential. Treating INNS along watercourses requires the ability to navigate uneven ground while carrying loads of up to 12kg on your back. It’s strenuous but very rewarding as this work helps native species to thrive, while protecting the stability of riverbanks and other waterways.

Work will often be carried out from early morning to avoid the heat of the day, so excellent time management skills are required. As you will often be working in public and private areas and engaging with landowners, you’ll need to be able to diplomatically interact with people in a positive and proactive manner.

As part of the role, you will have the opportunity to assist the team on reserves and with the other projects delivering river restoration, natural flood management, and biodiversity projects and attain a good level of understanding of the catchment-based approach (CaBA).

How to apply:

Please submit an up-to-date CV and supporting statement. When writing your supporting statement, please ensure you describe your relevant knowledge, skills and experience aligned to the Person Specification within the Job Description. Please be aware that if you only submit a CV, your application may not be considered.

Please DO NOT include any personal details (name, address etc) on your supporting statement.

Closing date: 26 th January 2026 at 09.00am

Interview date: 9 th February 2026

Please note that applications received after the closing deadline may not be considered. The Trust regrets that it is unable to give feedback on unsuccessful applications.

We are committed to creating a Movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone is able to be themselves and to reach their full potential. We want our people to flourish, just like nature.

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Nature Reserves Manager (West Yorkshire)

YORKSHIRE WILDLIFE TRUST

31,768 per year

Stirley Community Farm

Full-time

4th February 2026

Yorkshire Wildlife Trust is one of the UK’s fastest growing nature conservation organisations and we’re seeking to appoint an experienced Nature Reserves Manager for West Yorkshire.

This is an exciting, regionally based position, responsible for ensuring that our nature reserves in the area are managed to a high standard and that enables nature’s recovery and inspires our visitors with accessible and exciting wildlife experiences.

Working with an enthusiastic and knowledgeable staff team, experienced volunteers and a range of committed partners, you will help to recover and protect individual species and habitats across West Yorkshire, helping us to achieve an overall wilder Yorkshire!

You will join an established regional operations team and be responsible for managing and leading a staff and volunteer team, supporting our conservation grazing programme, undertaking ecological surveys and utilising technology to produce effective site management plans and mapping. In addition, you will support project fundraising and grant applications, maintain nature reserve infrastructure, assist with visitor engagement and lead on species recovery project work in the area.

We’d love to hear from you if you have experience of developing and undertaking nature conservation tasks and project work in the UK, possess up to date ecological knowledge, an awareness of the challenges faced by wildlife in the UK and have experience of managing staff teams and volunteers.

How to apply:

Please submit an up-to-date CV and supporting statement. When writing your supporting statement, please ensure you describe your relevant knowledge, skills and experience aligned to the Person Specification within the Job Description. Please be aware that if you only submit a CV, your application may not be considered.

Please DO NOT include any personal details (name, address etc) on your supporting statement.

Closing date: Wednesday 4 th February 2026 (midnight)

Interview date: 13 th February 2026

Please note that applications received after the closing deadline may not be considered. The Trust regrets that it is unable to give feedback on unsuccessful applications.

We are committed to creating a Movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone is able to be themselves and to reach their full potential. We want our people to flourish, just like nature.

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Wilder Communities Officer - Urban

YORKSHIRE WILDLIFE TRUST

27,697 per year

Stirley Community Farm

Full-time

11th February 2026

Yorkshire Wildlife Trust is one of the UK’s fastest growing nature conservation organisations and seeks to appoint a Wilder Communities Officer – Urban on a fixed term contract for an initial 12 months.

As the Trust seeks to inspire more people to act for nature in their neighbourhoods, this a rare opportunity for an experienced and motivated community organiser with a background in movement building to take on a role to ignite people’s passion for Yorkshire’s wildlife and facilitate community led nature restoration in the heart of Huddersfield and Bradford.

Using your knowledge and understanding of community organising and engagement, you will connect with, listen to, and collaborate with a wide range of people, to build reciprocal trusted relationships at a local level to support individuals, communities, and stakeholders to develop their collective power to act together.

By facilitating community led change, you will co-create nature-rich places that reflect local priorities, needs, and vision for urban communities that are designed with wildlife in mind, inspiring more people to join nature’s side by acting together to help deliver Yorkshire Wildlife Trust’s ambition for a wilder Yorkshire.

We’d love to hear from you if you are a collaborative team player and an exceptional listener with a passion for nature and a strong commitment to mobilising communities to bring about the change they want to see. You’ll be willing to undertake a DBS check, hold a driving licence and have a willingness to drive as required within Yorkshire making this an incredibly rewarding place to bring your career.

How to apply:

Please submit an up-to-date CV and supporting statement. When writing your supporting statement, please ensure you describe your relevant knowledge, skills and experience aligned to the Person Specification within the Job Description Please be aware that if you only submit a CV, your application may not be considered.

Please DO NOT include any personal details (name, address etc) on your supporting statement.

Closing date: Wednesday 11 February 2026 (midnight)

Interview date: Friday 27 th February 2026

Please note that applications received after the closing deadline may not be considered. The Trust regrets that it is unable to give feedback on unsuccessful applications.

We are committed to creating a Movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone is able to be themselves and to reach their full potential. We want our people to flourish, just like nature.

YORKSHIRE WILDLIFE TRUST

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