Do you have the skills to support communities, work collaboratively and lead habitat creation and species surveys?

This is an opportunity to make a real and positive difference to nature, communities and the climate in Somerset.

The Community Ecologist is a new role which will work alongside the existing Somerset Wildlife Trust staff, volunteers and local communities to co-produce projects that support local climate and nature action plans.

The Community Ecologist will provide non-chargeable advice, field surveys and practical support to Community & Volunteer Groups, Parish Councils & Local Authorities, Schools, Youth and educational settings. This Community Ecologist will advise, support and enable communities to take practical and meaningful action for nature’s recovery.

This role will bring a broad knowledge of UK fauna and flora and habitats, with good identification skills to a sufficient standard for managing engagement activities. This role would suit someone with previous paid or voluntary experience in a relevant role such as seasonal ecologist, seasonal ranger, community ranger, assistant surveyor or ecologist in consultancy setting.

To find out more, or to apply, please visit the Somerset Wildlife Trust website.