Are you passionate about inspiring the next generation of conservationists? Do you thrive on building relationships, engaging with young talent, and shaping impactful early career opportunities? If so, we want you to join our team!
Early Careers Assistant
Vacancy Type: Fixed Term until 31st December 2026
Hours: Part time,15 hours a week
Salary: £9,561 per annum (FTE £23,903)
Function: People - HR, Volunteering & Training and Development
Working base: Based at any of our 9 Wetland Centres
Centres: Arundel BN18, Caerlaverock DG1, Castle Espie BT23, Llanelli SA14, London SW13, Martin Mere L40, Slimbridge GL2, Washington NE38, Welney CB6
About The Role
As an Early Careers Assistant, you'll play a vital role in promoting and developing WWT’s Early Careers programme. You’ll work closely with the Early Careers Development Officer to help deliver inspiring career opportunities across WWT. Your efforts will directly contribute to opening doors for young people in the conservation sector and support our Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging policy by breaking down barriers to recruitment and helping us create a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
What you’ll be doing
* Engaging & Inspiring – Build strong relationships with external partners (schools, colleges, universities, and training providers) to promote WWT’s early career pathways.
* Supporting Young Talent – Work with the Early Careers Development Officer to raise awareness of opportunities, attend career fairs, and engage with students.
* Keeping Things Running Smoothly – Provide essential administrative support to ensure the success of our Early Careers programme.
* Improving Processes – Help streamline and enhance systems to create a more efficient and impactful experience for early career professionals
* Collaborating & Innovating – Work closely with WWT’s People Team to ensure a seamless journey for early career talent.
* Making an Impact Online – Working alongside the WWT Marketing team, you will use digital marketing to promote our opportunities and success stories, positioning WWT as an employer of choice in conservation.
About You
What We’re Looking For
* A strong communicator who thrives on building relationships and communicate effectively using a range of platforms.
* Someone with a passion for engaging young people and promoting career opportunities.
* A well-organised team player with an eye for improving processes.
* Digital marketing and social media savvy to help us share our success stories.
While previous administrative experience is a plus, it’s not essential—we’re looking for someone with a proactive attitude, adaptability, an eagerness to learn, and a passion for making a difference.
At WWT, we’re dedicated to making a difference for both people and wildlife. By joining our team, you’ll be at the heart of inspiring the next generation of conservationists and shaping the future of our workforce.
If this sounds like you, we’d love to receive your application!
About Us
We’re WWT, and we’re on a mission to restore the super-powered ecosystems we call wetlands. There’s never been a more important moment for our work, and we’ve got some phenomenal people on the case.
Whether they’re taking a new visitor under their wing, or conducting ground-breaking research further afield, our team are second to none. And there’s nothing we love more than watching them soar.
Whatever you do here, you’ll be helping to restore wetlands and unlock their power. So, the only question left is, what role will you play?
Why you’ll love working at WWT
* Wake up every day knowing your work is helping to restore wetlands, and our world
* Be surrounded and inspired by our team of passionate, dedicated people
* 33 days annual leave (which goes up to 38 days after 5 years of service) – this includes bank holidays and you have flexibility to take those days whenever you want
* Free entry to all our wetland centres, including your family
* Free car parking and secure bike storage areas
* Colleague discount on shopping and memberships
* Cycle to work scheme
* Contributory pension scheme
* Life Assurance of three times your salary, for peace of mind for your loved ones
* Independent personal, workplace and financial advice from Care first
Additional Information:
This role is a fixed-term contract until 31st December 2026, funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. The outcomes of this project will not only shape WWT but will also be shared across the wider sector and the Heritage Innovation Fund.
This is a part time role, working 15 hours a week (regular working pattern to be agreed). The role can be based at any WWT site with hybrid working opportunities. Travel to other WWT sites and partner organisations will be required.
Closing Date: 12th March 2025
Interested?
If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website.
WWT is an equal opportunities employer and all applications will be considered solely on merit.
No agencies please.