Assistant Reserves Officer (East Berks)
Closing date: Sunday 1 November 2026 Salary: £25,213 per annum Contract type: Permanent / Working hours: Full time Location: Woolley Firs Environmental Education Centre, Cherry Garden Lane, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 3LJ
The Assistant Reserves Officer will help nature recover by managing a number of important nature reserves in East Berkshire. They will work with roving and site-based volunteer teams and contractors to implement a range of practical works.
The Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust has a vision for “more nature everywhere, for everyone”. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. This includes you being comfortable bringing your whole self to work, and us co-working with the diverse communities we serve to ensure we are meeting everyone’s needs.
The Assistant Reserves Officer will help nature recover by managing a number of important nature reserves in East Berkshire. They will work with roving and site-based volunteer teams and contractors to implement a range of practical works.
The Assistant Reserves Officer will work within a friendly, capable and enthusiastic team, including two reserves officers, a Land Manager and an experienced team of volunteers. You will help to implement all aspects of management of the Trust’s nature reserves in Berkshire.
What you’ll be doing:
- Practical conservation and estate management work on 16 reserves
- Organising and leading the Mid-Week volunteer team
- Managing a key volunteer/work party leader
- Handling livestock and assisting with livestock management and transport
- Managing the workshop facility, and ensuring all tools and equipment are maintained and safe to use
What we’re looking for:
- Practical conservation management experience using hand tools, power tools and machinery
- An ability to work with a minimum of supervision and show high levels of initiative
- Supervisory skills and experience
- Experience and competence working with livestock
This post will be DBS checked at basic level. A criminal conviction will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining the position. BBOWT will not unfairly discriminate on the basis of criminal convictions. BBOWT’s policy regarding this matter and the Disclosure and Barring Service Code of Practice are available on request.
For all your hard work you can expect a great rewards package in return. In addition to being part of a friendly, skilled and knowledgeable team, passionate about making a difference, when you work for us, you’ll also receive
- Generous annual leave entitlement with paid birthday leave, balance days, urgent personal business leave and generous occupational sick pay
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and family-friendly policies
- Flexible working to achieve work-life balance
- Salary exchange pension with generous employer contribution
- Wellbeing initiatives including qualified Mental Health First Aiders, YuLife benefit package - access to immediate and confidential help for any work, health, or life matters; 3x life assurance, online GP access, discounts and trade YuCoin points for gift cards
- Salary sacrifice Cycle scheme & Electric Vehicle scheme
- Membership to BBOWT’s, and The Wildlife Trusts’, Staff Network Groups for social interaction, peer support, mentoring and personal development
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Assistant Reserves Officer (East Berks) in Maidenhead employer: BBOWT
At Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. Our team enjoys a range of benefits including flexible working arrangements, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a tangible impact on local wildlife conservation. Located in a vibrant community, our culture encourages innovation and engagement, making it a fulfilling place for those passionate about nature and corporate partnerships.
