Nature Reserve Warden – Aston Rowant National Nature Reserve

7 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Natural England Full time

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join Natural England's National Nature Reserves (NNR) team in the Thames Solent region. As a National Nature Reserve Warden, you will play a key role in the management and conservation of Aston Rowant National Nature Reserve, a 160-hectare site of chalk grassland, beech woodland, and lowland scrub/grassland mosaic.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver day-to-day site conservation management, including practical habitat management and species/habitat monitoring.
  • Livestock husbandry of Natural England's own livestock.
  • Build and maintain working relations with stakeholders, including landowners, neighbours, partner organizations, and community groups.
  • Contribute to NNR management planning and maintain management records.
  • Promote volunteering opportunities and build volunteer capacity to support NNR priorities.
  • Monitor and manage visitor behavior and patterns of use to support sustainable recreation.
  • Implement Health & Safety standards fully for yourself and others, including visitors, volunteers, and contractors.
  • Procurement of goods and services, including managing contracts.
  • Support the wider team ambitions for NNRs to be at the heart of the Nature Recovery Network in the surrounding landscape.

Requirements

  • Qualification and/or relevant experience in countryside management, forestry, agriculture, landscape management, or similar.
  • Understanding of conservation principles and practice for lowland semi-natural habitats, particularly chalk grassland, scrub, wetland, and woodland.
  • Understanding of livestock welfare codes and husbandry skills.
  • Experience of using land management machinery and equipment relevant to the role.
  • Ecological field skills, including the ability to identify key species on the Reserve; surveying and monitoring.

Working with Us

Natural England is a fantastic place to work, where difference is celebrated. We're committed to fairness and equality for all, so you feel valued for who you are and what you do. Our shared values help us work together to benefit the communities we serve. Our thriving employee-led diversity networks support our inclusive culture and contribute to our Diversity Action Plan.

Benefits

  • Salary of £25,064.
  • Contributions towards the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.
  • Learning and development tailored to your role.
  • An environment with flexible working options.
  • A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity.


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