Assistant Engagement Officer (Welcome to Nature)

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Assistant Engagement Officer (Welcome to Nature), Bardon Mill

Client: Northumberland National Park Authority

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Job Category: Other

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Posted: 25.05.2025

Expiry Date: 09.07.2025

Job Description:

Welcome to Nature – Assistant Engagement Officer

Location: The Sill National Landscape Discovery Centre, Bardon Mill, Northumberland

Contract Type: Fixed-Term to 30/9/26 / Part-Time

Hours: 18.5 hrs/week

Line Manager: Healthy Parks Healthy People Project Officer

Start Date: ASAP

Additional Information: Some evening or weekend work may be required. Travel within the National Park will be expected.

Project Background

Welcome to Nature is a key initiative within a national programme supported by Vodafone, aimed at improving access to nature and raising awareness of its health benefits. The project focuses on increasing engagement with the natural world, enabling more people to explore and enjoy the National Parks, and enhancing the experience of current visitors.

Through Welcome to Nature, Northumberland National Park will work in partnership with community groups across the Northeast to co-curate engagement opportunities, develop inclusive resources, and foster deeper connections between people and landscape.

Job Purpose

To design, coordinate, and deliver inspiring engagement activities and learning opportunities that connect diverse groups of people with the landscapes, nature, and heritage of Northumberland National Park. The role will support delivery of the Welcome to Nature project and wider audience development work in partnership with colleagues, volunteers, communities, and partner organisations.

Key Responsibilities

Programme and Workshop Delivery

• Design and deliver high-quality, inclusive nature connection sessions and engagement workshops adaptable to different settings and audiences.
• Develop creative, engaging, and accessible resources to support programme delivery.
• Work closely with the Welcome to Nature Project Officer to co-curate an activity plan aligned with project objectives and community needs.
• Gather meaningful feedback and participation data for project monitoring and reporting.

Partnership Working and Volunteer Support

• Collaborate with colleagues, local groups, and partners to deliver inclusive activities across the National Park and wider region.
• Supervise, support, and train volunteers involved in the project.
• Contribute to developing new partnership opportunities with local organisations and community stakeholders.

Communications and Promotion

• Support promotion of events and activities through digital channels, including the Authority’s website and social media.
• Represent the Authority at events and meetings to promote the Welcome to Nature project.

Operational and Administrative Support

• Maintain accurate records of participation and service delivery.
• Ensure risk assessments are completed for all activities and events following Health and Safety procedures.
• Act as the nominated First Aider at events.
• Contribute to a culture of excellent customer service across all engagement work.

Person Specification

Experience and Skills

• Experience in designing and delivering outdoor learning, engagement, or environmental education activities.
• Strong communication skills to engage diverse audiences through workshops, presentations, and facilitation.
• Proven ability to plan and organise projects or events with attention to detail and effective time management.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with partners and volunteers.
• Creative problem-solving skills and flexibility to meet diverse needs.

Technical and Practical Skills

• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to lead countryside or nature-based activities outdoors.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and safeguarding procedures in community settings.
• Willingness to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and occasional overnight stays.
• Ability to travel within the National Park and UK as needed.
• Commitment to equality, inclusion, and anti-discriminatory practices.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Experience working with volunteers, community groups, environmental or heritage organisations, and facilitating professional development or training sessions.

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