Lead Ecologist - Wildscapes CIC
Closing date: Sunday 8 November 2026 Salary: £37,385.84 Contract type: Permanent / Working hours: Full time Location: Sheffield & Rotherham Wildlife Trust, 37 Stafford Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S2 2SF Remote working Work For Us
Sheffield and Rotherham Wildlife Trust are recruiting for a Lead Ecologist to join our team in Wildscapes CIC
We are looking for a lead ecologist to become part of a new team who are genuinely shaping the organisation in ensuring our activities reflect and support the aims of the CIC and the wider Wildlife Trust.
About the Role
To deliver ecological surveys and related contract work for Wildscapes CIC, primarily working across South Yorkshire and the surrounding counties.
The successful candidate will provide technical ecological advice to clients and staff to ensure the delivery of high-quality ecological services.
Wildscapes CIC delivers a range of ecological services which includes but is not exclusive to:
- Protected Species Surveys bats, GCN, birds, water vole, otters, badgers)
- Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, which will include Phase 1 Habitat Surveys or UK Habitat Classification Survey (UKHab)
- Biodiversity Net Gain Assessments
- Ecological Impact Assessments
- Ecological Management Plans
- Mitigation and Protected Species Licencing
- Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW)
The successful candidate will have a good level of knowledge and skill in general ecological assessment (i.e. Preliminary Ecological Appraisal, including Phase 1 Habitat and UKHab, and Ecological Impact Assessment) and will specialise in one or two protected species, specifically including bats.
The successful candidate will support the Wildscapes Ecology Manager and the broader team in ensuring that Wildscapes CIC is an innovative social enterprise with an excellent reputation, delivering for people, wildlife, the natural environment, and Sheffield & Rotherham Wildlife Trust.
Benefits and Working Arrangements
We offer flexible blended working, a 9% pension contribution (after qualifying period), training, staff development and staff events.
- flexible blended working
- a 9% pension contribution (after qualifying period)
- training
- staff development
- staff events
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Lead Ecologist - Wildscapes CIC in Sheffield employer: Wildlife Trusts
Devon Wildlife Trust is an exceptional employer that champions a culture of inclusion and impact, making it a rewarding place to work for those passionate about conservation. Located at Cricklepit Mill in Exeter, employees benefit from agile working options, a supportive environment for professional growth, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the community. With a strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, the Trust fosters a collaborative atmosphere where every team member's contributions are valued.
