At a Glance
- Tasks: Learn practical skills in urban nature conservation and community engagement while working outdoors.
- Company: Join the London Wildlife Trust, dedicated to protecting urban wildlife.
- Benefits: Earn £29,936 per annum, gain valuable experience, and receive support for your career.
- Other info: Ideal for those with limited experience but a strong desire to work in the environmental sector.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on nature recovery and conservation in London.
- Qualifications: Passion for nature, good communication skills, and a willingness to learn.
The predicted salary is between 29936 - 29936 £ per year.
Do you love nature and working outdoors? Are you practically minded and want to learn new skills? Have you thought about a career in nature recovery and conservation?
As part of the Keeping it Wild programme, we offer a unique opportunity to undertake a full-time, four month paid Traineeship based at London Wildlife Trust nature reserves, where you’ll spend time learning key skills from the London Wildlife Trust team, including valuable practical skills in urban nature conservation, community engagement, environmental conservation and communications.
Salary: £29,936 per annum (pro rata)
Tenure: Fixed-term contract for 16 weeks (4 months)
Traineeship start date: 11th January 2027 OR 7th June 2027
Trainees will develop a broad range of skills required in the conservation sector:
- Practical conservation & nature reserve management in an urban context
- Health and safety knowledge (including Outdoor First Aid qualification)
- Surveying and monitoring (seasonally dependent)
- Community engagement and environmental education (including supporting delivery of sessions)
- Work readiness, CV and job application support
Our ideal trainee will have the following key attributes:
- You are self-motivated with the ability to use your initiative and work independently
- You have a passion for nature and urban wildlife, and ambition to pursue a career in the environmental sector
- You have an interest and enthusiasm for practical work outdoors (in all weathers!)
- You are a team player with good people and communication skills (both written and verbal)
- You are able to commit to the full programme, including travelling to locations across London as outlined in the recruitment pack
Note: The traineeships are specially designed for people with very limited experience in the sector, and with a passion for nature and urban wildlife. Please ensure your answers genuinely reflect who you are, your experiences, and your suitability for the programme. We are looking for honest, personal responses written in your own words.
Please read through the recruitment pack and job description for the full person specification and detailed responsibilities.
Closing Date: Wednesday 30th September (11:59pm)
Interviews: Are scheduled to take place during weeks commencing 3rd / 10th November, and reasonable adjustments will be offered to all candidates.
Does this sound like you? We’d love to hear from you!
Our vision is a London alive with nature, where everyone can experience and enjoy wildlife. In order to achieve our goal of engaging everyone in protecting London’s wildlife for the future, we know that our staff team needs to better reflect and represent all of London’s communities.
We are also committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk is at the heart of our engagement with people.
Keeping it Wild Trainees in London employer: London Wildlife Trust
As a Learning Manager at London Wildlife Trust, you will join a passionate team dedicated to inspiring the next generation to connect with nature. With a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, we offer generous benefits including enhanced parental leave, flexible working options, and access to mental health resources. Our inclusive work culture fosters professional growth and collaboration, making it an ideal environment for those looking to make a meaningful impact in environmental education across London's diverse communities.
