Imagine waking up in a morning and being able to help with the management and restoration of some of our most beautiful nature reserves, where no two days are the same.

Working with a skilled and knowledgeable East Berkshire team of employees, volunteers and other trainees, you would be delivering a programme of works across our East Berks reserves, from heathland habitats boasting adders, dartford warblers and nightjars which can be seen at Wildmoor Heath, Padworth Common and Broadmoor.

We are looking for two dedicated and passionate people with a can-do approach to assist the Reserve Officer with the management of the heathland, woodland and floodplain meadow habitats. The successful applicants will gain the necessary certified qualifications and experience to land a conservation role after one year of training.

You would develop your skills assisting with the care and management of our Livestock of sheep and cattle, including regular stock checks, moving stock around the site and habitat grazing management

You would also develop your habitat conservation knowledge through working with the team on work parties, such as heathland birch removal, holly thinning in woodland and bracken control.

Conservation is a competitive field, and it can be hard to show that you have the experience needed to land your first job. If you have a real desire to work in this rewarding and satisfying field, but need to boost your skills and experience, a volunteer Wildlife Trainee position with BBOWT may be the perfect role for you.

With a mix of hands-on experience, role-specific training, and qualifications, our traineeships have a long track record of success in preparing trainees to get into paid employment. Directly moving into roles such as Assistant Reserve Officer a Wildlife Trust, Warden at RSPB and Ranger positions in local authorities.

For more information, please see the attached role description.

To apply for the role, please click 'APPLY HERE'.

Closing date: Thursday 23rd January 23:59