The Role: • This is a key role in the South West region Operation team which works with Site Managers and the Rainforest Project team based in Devon to support and deliver the management of the Trust s temperate rainforest sites, principally in Dartmoor and South Devon. • The work will include carrying out on-site inspections and surveys, organising and supervising a variety of contracts, overseeing the work of volunteers and communicating with the public. The area has a lot of active harvesting, so a working knowledge of timber mensuration is desirable for the role. • You will be responsible with planning, implementing, monitoring the financial management of budgeted woodland management programmes using contractors, agents and volunteers. • The work will include carrying out on-site inspections and surveys, organising and supervising a variety of contracts, overseeing the work of volunteers and communicating with the public. • Actively monitor and review the woodland management plans including woodland Condition Assessments, PAWS assessments, compartment record/species checks and site surveys throughout the South West. • You will be responsible for optimising the engagement opportunities for visitors, local community and volunteers across the key sites to support with events such as community tree planting. • You will be responsible for developing relationships with internal and external stakeholders to maximise income and grant aid potential to support ongoing projects and programmes. • This role is based in Devon and will require the successful candidate to travel around the South West region. The Candidate: • Experience of land-based management in the forestry and conservation sector, managing and supervising contracts and contractors on site. • Qualified to HND/degree level in forestry, land management or other related field would be desirable. • Understanding of project management and the ability to coordinate multiple workstreams and ongoing contracts at one time and to budget. You ll have a positive approach and be able to prioritise, manage your own time and meet targets to tight deadlines. • Experience in carrying out on-site inspections and surveys, frequently conducting woodland condition assessments, PAWS assessments and record/species checks. • You ll have a collaborative approach, with the ability to work with multiple teams, building relationships with both internal and external stakeholders effectively. • Ability to engage with visitors, local communities and volunteer manage to support with events across the South West region sites. • Knowledge of Health and Safety protocols, FSC and FISCA policies and procedures with the ability to supervise and manage adherence to these on a daily basis. • Strong communication skills, both written and verbally being able to liaise with contractors, site managers and wider members of the team and support those around you. • This role does require regular travel around the South West region. A full driving licence is required. A company car is provided with this role. Our Organisational Nature enables us to better understand what it means to be part of the Woodland Trust, empowering us to make an impact, every day. We want you to be able to role model our values; Grow Together , Focus , Explore and Make it Count to ensure each of us plays our part in helping to protect, restore and create our woods and trees. Benefits & Wellbeing: Joining our team means you'll be a big part of tackling environmental and climate issues. We take good care of our employees, offering support and training opportunities. We also offer: • Enhanced Employer Pension • Life Assurance • Flexible & Hybrid Working Options • Generous Annual Leave • Enhanced Parental Pay • Employee Assistance Programme Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: The Woodland Trust embraces diversity and inclusion. We want our team to reflect the UK's diverse community. We support people from all backgrounds to apply, especially those who are under-represented. Application Advice: Even if you don't meet every requirement of the role, we would encourage you to apply. Your enthusiasm for the environment and our core values-Grow Together, Explore, Focus and Make it Count-are what matter most. We also keep our candidates personal details hidden from the hiring managers, so they do not see your CV until shortlisting is completed. Make sure that your Personal Statement clearly shows your experience and passion for the role. Acceptable Use Policy - Artificial Intelligence (AI) We understand that candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their job applications-for example, to help structure or edit written responses. We welcome the use of AI in this way, particularly where it helps improve accessibility, such as for neurodivergent applicants. However, we ask that any information submitted reflects your own experience, skills and understanding. During interviews, candidates are expected to respond independently without the use of AI tools. Apply Now: If you're ready to make a difference and grow with us, send in your application today. We might close the job opening early if we get a lot of applications, so it's a good idea to apply soon. We look forward to hearing from you and working together to make a positive impact on our planet. First Stage Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams.
Jan 30, 2026
Full time
The Role: • This is a key role in the South West region Operation team which works with Site Managers and the Rainforest Project team based in Devon to support and deliver the management of the Trust s temperate rainforest sites, principally in Dartmoor and South Devon. • The work will include carrying out on-site inspections and surveys, organising and supervising a variety of contracts, overseeing the work of volunteers and communicating with the public. The area has a lot of active harvesting, so a working knowledge of timber mensuration is desirable for the role. • You will be responsible with planning, implementing, monitoring the financial management of budgeted woodland management programmes using contractors, agents and volunteers. • The work will include carrying out on-site inspections and surveys, organising and supervising a variety of contracts, overseeing the work of volunteers and communicating with the public. • Actively monitor and review the woodland management plans including woodland Condition Assessments, PAWS assessments, compartment record/species checks and site surveys throughout the South West. • You will be responsible for optimising the engagement opportunities for visitors, local community and volunteers across the key sites to support with events such as community tree planting. • You will be responsible for developing relationships with internal and external stakeholders to maximise income and grant aid potential to support ongoing projects and programmes. • This role is based in Devon and will require the successful candidate to travel around the South West region. The Candidate: • Experience of land-based management in the forestry and conservation sector, managing and supervising contracts and contractors on site. • Qualified to HND/degree level in forestry, land management or other related field would be desirable. • Understanding of project management and the ability to coordinate multiple workstreams and ongoing contracts at one time and to budget. You ll have a positive approach and be able to prioritise, manage your own time and meet targets to tight deadlines. • Experience in carrying out on-site inspections and surveys, frequently conducting woodland condition assessments, PAWS assessments and record/species checks. • You ll have a collaborative approach, with the ability to work with multiple teams, building relationships with both internal and external stakeholders effectively. • Ability to engage with visitors, local communities and volunteer manage to support with events across the South West region sites. • Knowledge of Health and Safety protocols, FSC and FISCA policies and procedures with the ability to supervise and manage adherence to these on a daily basis. • Strong communication skills, both written and verbally being able to liaise with contractors, site managers and wider members of the team and support those around you. • This role does require regular travel around the South West region. A full driving licence is required. A company car is provided with this role. Our Organisational Nature enables us to better understand what it means to be part of the Woodland Trust, empowering us to make an impact, every day. We want you to be able to role model our values; Grow Together , Focus , Explore and Make it Count to ensure each of us plays our part in helping to protect, restore and create our woods and trees. Benefits & Wellbeing: Joining our team means you'll be a big part of tackling environmental and climate issues. We take good care of our employees, offering support and training opportunities. We also offer: • Enhanced Employer Pension • Life Assurance • Flexible & Hybrid Working Options • Generous Annual Leave • Enhanced Parental Pay • Employee Assistance Programme Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: The Woodland Trust embraces diversity and inclusion. We want our team to reflect the UK's diverse community. We support people from all backgrounds to apply, especially those who are under-represented. Application Advice: Even if you don't meet every requirement of the role, we would encourage you to apply. Your enthusiasm for the environment and our core values-Grow Together, Explore, Focus and Make it Count-are what matter most. We also keep our candidates personal details hidden from the hiring managers, so they do not see your CV until shortlisting is completed. Make sure that your Personal Statement clearly shows your experience and passion for the role. Acceptable Use Policy - Artificial Intelligence (AI) We understand that candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their job applications-for example, to help structure or edit written responses. We welcome the use of AI in this way, particularly where it helps improve accessibility, such as for neurodivergent applicants. However, we ask that any information submitted reflects your own experience, skills and understanding. During interviews, candidates are expected to respond independently without the use of AI tools. Apply Now: If you're ready to make a difference and grow with us, send in your application today. We might close the job opening early if we get a lot of applications, so it's a good idea to apply soon. We look forward to hearing from you and working together to make a positive impact on our planet. First Stage Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams.
The Woodland Trust is looking for a Policy Advocate - Forestry and Land Use (Scotland) to help us increase the Trust s influence through policy and advocacy work. The Role: • This role is key to helping us target the forestry, farming and land use policy issues at the Scottish Government and statutory agency level. • You ll develop and lead the delivery of advocacy strategies that will ensure woods and trees are valued and recognised in key policies and decisions at national level. • You ll monitor, research and analyse relevant areas of the Scottish Government and Parliament politics and policies. • You ll work collaboratively with colleagues to support campaign development, policy development, inform and respond to public consultations. • You'll lead and write external policy reports, consultation responses, briefings and other materials. • You ll lead the Trust s advocacy relationship with civil servants and statutory agencies as relevant to the policy area. • You ll develop and advocate the Trust s positions and policy goals to internal and external stakeholders. • This role includes a mix of working from home and travel around Scotland. The Candidate: • You have an enthusiasm for the environment and share our core values-Grow Together, Explore, Focus and Make it Count. We are looking for candidates who have the following: • Experience working in a forestry and/or land use policy advocacy role. • Knowledge of deer management, farming, Rhododendron ponticum issues affecting Scotland s native woods. • Research and analytical skills specifically in Scottish Government and Parliament politics and policies. • Experience working collaboratively across multiple teams and departments. • Knowledge of Scottish forestry, farming and land use policy landscape. • Ability to understand complex information in short periods of time and the ability to communicate this with a variety of different audiences. • Well organised, detail-orientated, able to prioritise and work to tight deadlines. • Experience leading and developing advocacy strategies in relation to woodland creation, restoration and protection. • This role requires travel around the Scotland, so you need to have a clean UK driving licence. Benefits & Wellbeing: Joining our team means you'll be a big part of tackling environmental and climate issues. We take good care of our staff, offering support and training opportunities. We also offer: • Enhanced Employer Pension • Life Assurance • Flexible & Hybrid Working Options • Generous Annual Leave - 25 days + bank holidays (pro rata for part time) • Buy and Sell Annual Leave • Enhanced Parental Pay • Employee Assistance Programme About Us: The Woodland Trust is the UK's leading woodland conservation charity and is dedicated to creating a world where trees and woods thrive for both people and nature. Our mission involves engaging and inspiring individuals to contribute toward tackling the nature and climate crisis through the protection, restoration, and creation of essential woodland habitats. Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: To achieve our vision of a world where woods and trees thrive for people and nature, we need to better reflect society and the communities we work in. All people, no matter their background, identity, ability, or circumstance, should benefit from trees. People of colour and disabled people are currently under-represented across the environment and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we particularly encourage you to apply. Please contact us to discuss any additional support or adjustments you may need to complete your application. Application Advice: For fairness we keep our candidates personal details hidden from the hiring managers, we do not ask for your CV at application stage. Make sure that your Personal Statement clearly shows how your skills and knowledge link to the specifications in the job description and you share with us your passion for the role. Even if you don't meet every requirement of the role, we would encourage you to apply. Acceptable Use Policy - Artificial Intelligence (AI) We understand that candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their job applications-for example, to help structure or edit written responses. We welcome the use of AI in this way, particularly where it helps improve accessibility, such as for neurodivergent applicants. However, we ask that any information submitted reflects your own experience, skills and understanding. During interviews, candidates are expected to respond independently without the use of AI tools. Apply Now: If you're ready to make a difference and grow with us, send in your application today. We might close the job opening early if we get a lot of applications, so it's a good idea to apply soon. If we do close the advert early, and you have an application in process, we will email you prior to closing to give you time to complete. Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams on 4th November 2025.
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
The Woodland Trust is looking for a Policy Advocate - Forestry and Land Use (Scotland) to help us increase the Trust s influence through policy and advocacy work. The Role: • This role is key to helping us target the forestry, farming and land use policy issues at the Scottish Government and statutory agency level. • You ll develop and lead the delivery of advocacy strategies that will ensure woods and trees are valued and recognised in key policies and decisions at national level. • You ll monitor, research and analyse relevant areas of the Scottish Government and Parliament politics and policies. • You ll work collaboratively with colleagues to support campaign development, policy development, inform and respond to public consultations. • You'll lead and write external policy reports, consultation responses, briefings and other materials. • You ll lead the Trust s advocacy relationship with civil servants and statutory agencies as relevant to the policy area. • You ll develop and advocate the Trust s positions and policy goals to internal and external stakeholders. • This role includes a mix of working from home and travel around Scotland. The Candidate: • You have an enthusiasm for the environment and share our core values-Grow Together, Explore, Focus and Make it Count. We are looking for candidates who have the following: • Experience working in a forestry and/or land use policy advocacy role. • Knowledge of deer management, farming, Rhododendron ponticum issues affecting Scotland s native woods. • Research and analytical skills specifically in Scottish Government and Parliament politics and policies. • Experience working collaboratively across multiple teams and departments. • Knowledge of Scottish forestry, farming and land use policy landscape. • Ability to understand complex information in short periods of time and the ability to communicate this with a variety of different audiences. • Well organised, detail-orientated, able to prioritise and work to tight deadlines. • Experience leading and developing advocacy strategies in relation to woodland creation, restoration and protection. • This role requires travel around the Scotland, so you need to have a clean UK driving licence. Benefits & Wellbeing: Joining our team means you'll be a big part of tackling environmental and climate issues. We take good care of our staff, offering support and training opportunities. We also offer: • Enhanced Employer Pension • Life Assurance • Flexible & Hybrid Working Options • Generous Annual Leave - 25 days + bank holidays (pro rata for part time) • Buy and Sell Annual Leave • Enhanced Parental Pay • Employee Assistance Programme About Us: The Woodland Trust is the UK's leading woodland conservation charity and is dedicated to creating a world where trees and woods thrive for both people and nature. Our mission involves engaging and inspiring individuals to contribute toward tackling the nature and climate crisis through the protection, restoration, and creation of essential woodland habitats. Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: To achieve our vision of a world where woods and trees thrive for people and nature, we need to better reflect society and the communities we work in. All people, no matter their background, identity, ability, or circumstance, should benefit from trees. People of colour and disabled people are currently under-represented across the environment and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we particularly encourage you to apply. Please contact us to discuss any additional support or adjustments you may need to complete your application. Application Advice: For fairness we keep our candidates personal details hidden from the hiring managers, we do not ask for your CV at application stage. Make sure that your Personal Statement clearly shows how your skills and knowledge link to the specifications in the job description and you share with us your passion for the role. Even if you don't meet every requirement of the role, we would encourage you to apply. Acceptable Use Policy - Artificial Intelligence (AI) We understand that candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their job applications-for example, to help structure or edit written responses. We welcome the use of AI in this way, particularly where it helps improve accessibility, such as for neurodivergent applicants. However, we ask that any information submitted reflects your own experience, skills and understanding. During interviews, candidates are expected to respond independently without the use of AI tools. Apply Now: If you're ready to make a difference and grow with us, send in your application today. We might close the job opening early if we get a lot of applications, so it's a good idea to apply soon. If we do close the advert early, and you have an application in process, we will email you prior to closing to give you time to complete. Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams on 4th November 2025.
The Woodland Trust looking for an inspiring Resourcing Team Lead to join our People Team. This role is pivotal in shaping how we attract, select and onboard the very best talent for the Trust. You ll lead and develop a team of resourcing professionals, ensuring they provide a consistently high-quality service that reflects our values and commitment to diversity and inclusion. The Role: • Leading and motivating the resourcing team, creating a positive and collaborative culture. • Delivering inclusive, end-to-end recruitment campaigns that secure great outcomes for hiring managers and candidates. • Optimising our employer brand and candidate journey so that the Trust is seen as an employer of choice. • Partnering with colleagues across People, Finance and wider directorates to ensure our workforce planning and recruitment practices are strategic, fair and sustainable. • Using data and insights to shape decision-making, continuous improvement and future planning. • Driving key projects that support the Trust s long-term strategy, ensuring we have the right people in the right roles. • This role is offered on a hybrid basis. Our main office is in Grantham, Lincolnshire, but we ll only ask you to visit when there s a clear need-typically no more than once a month on average. The Candidate: You have an enthusiasm for the environment and share our core values-Grow Together, Explore, Focus and Make it Count. We are looking for candidates who have the following: • Proven experience in leading resourcing or recruitment services, with a strong grasp of best practice. • A passion for delivering inclusive, values-driven hiring that champions diversity and creates a sense of belonging. • Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the confidence to influence, challenge and educate managers. • The ability to balance hands-on delivery with strategic thinking, ensuring recruitment activity aligns with organisational goals. • An inspiring and supportive leadership style, committed to developing others and leading by example. Benefits & Wellbeing: Joining our team means you'll be a big part of tackling environmental and climate issues. We take good care of our staff, offering support and training opportunities. We also offer: • Enhanced Employer Pension • Life Assurance • Flexible & Hybrid Working Options • Generous Annual Leave - 25 days + bank holidays (pro rata for part time) • Buy and Sell Annual Leave • Enhanced Parental Pay • Employee Assistance Programme About Us: The Woodland Trust is the UK's leading woodland conservation charity and is dedicated to creating a world where trees and woods thrive for both people and nature. Our mission involves engaging and inspiring individuals to contribute toward tackling the nature and climate crisis through the protection, restoration, and creation of essential woodland habitats. Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: To achieve our vision of a world where woods and trees thrive for people and nature, we need to better reflect society and the communities we work in. All people, no matter their background, identity, ability, or circumstance, should benefit from trees. People of colour and disabled people are currently under-represented across the environment and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we particularly encourage you to apply. Please contact us to discuss any additional support or adjustments you may need to complete your application. Application Advice: For fairness we keep our candidates personal details hidden from the hiring managers, we do not ask for your CV at application stage. Make sure that your Personal Statement clearly shows how your skills and knowledge link to the specifications in the job description and you share with us your passion for the role. Even if you don't meet every requirement of the role, we would encourage you to apply. Acceptable Use Policy - Artificial Intelligence (AI) We understand that candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their job applications-for example, to help structure or edit written responses. We welcome the use of AI in this way, particularly where it helps improve accessibility, such as for neurodivergent applicants. However, we ask that any information submitted reflects your own experience, skills and understanding. During interviews, candidates are expected to respond independently without the use of AI tools. Apply Now: If you're ready to make a difference and grow with us, send in your application today. We might close the job opening early if we get a lot of applications, so it's a good idea to apply soon. If we do close the advert early, and you have an application in process, we will email you prior to closing to give you time to complete. Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams on 23rd October 2025.
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
The Woodland Trust looking for an inspiring Resourcing Team Lead to join our People Team. This role is pivotal in shaping how we attract, select and onboard the very best talent for the Trust. You ll lead and develop a team of resourcing professionals, ensuring they provide a consistently high-quality service that reflects our values and commitment to diversity and inclusion. The Role: • Leading and motivating the resourcing team, creating a positive and collaborative culture. • Delivering inclusive, end-to-end recruitment campaigns that secure great outcomes for hiring managers and candidates. • Optimising our employer brand and candidate journey so that the Trust is seen as an employer of choice. • Partnering with colleagues across People, Finance and wider directorates to ensure our workforce planning and recruitment practices are strategic, fair and sustainable. • Using data and insights to shape decision-making, continuous improvement and future planning. • Driving key projects that support the Trust s long-term strategy, ensuring we have the right people in the right roles. • This role is offered on a hybrid basis. Our main office is in Grantham, Lincolnshire, but we ll only ask you to visit when there s a clear need-typically no more than once a month on average. The Candidate: You have an enthusiasm for the environment and share our core values-Grow Together, Explore, Focus and Make it Count. We are looking for candidates who have the following: • Proven experience in leading resourcing or recruitment services, with a strong grasp of best practice. • A passion for delivering inclusive, values-driven hiring that champions diversity and creates a sense of belonging. • Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the confidence to influence, challenge and educate managers. • The ability to balance hands-on delivery with strategic thinking, ensuring recruitment activity aligns with organisational goals. • An inspiring and supportive leadership style, committed to developing others and leading by example. Benefits & Wellbeing: Joining our team means you'll be a big part of tackling environmental and climate issues. We take good care of our staff, offering support and training opportunities. We also offer: • Enhanced Employer Pension • Life Assurance • Flexible & Hybrid Working Options • Generous Annual Leave - 25 days + bank holidays (pro rata for part time) • Buy and Sell Annual Leave • Enhanced Parental Pay • Employee Assistance Programme About Us: The Woodland Trust is the UK's leading woodland conservation charity and is dedicated to creating a world where trees and woods thrive for both people and nature. Our mission involves engaging and inspiring individuals to contribute toward tackling the nature and climate crisis through the protection, restoration, and creation of essential woodland habitats. Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: To achieve our vision of a world where woods and trees thrive for people and nature, we need to better reflect society and the communities we work in. All people, no matter their background, identity, ability, or circumstance, should benefit from trees. People of colour and disabled people are currently under-represented across the environment and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we particularly encourage you to apply. Please contact us to discuss any additional support or adjustments you may need to complete your application. Application Advice: For fairness we keep our candidates personal details hidden from the hiring managers, we do not ask for your CV at application stage. Make sure that your Personal Statement clearly shows how your skills and knowledge link to the specifications in the job description and you share with us your passion for the role. Even if you don't meet every requirement of the role, we would encourage you to apply. Acceptable Use Policy - Artificial Intelligence (AI) We understand that candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their job applications-for example, to help structure or edit written responses. We welcome the use of AI in this way, particularly where it helps improve accessibility, such as for neurodivergent applicants. However, we ask that any information submitted reflects your own experience, skills and understanding. During interviews, candidates are expected to respond independently without the use of AI tools. Apply Now: If you're ready to make a difference and grow with us, send in your application today. We might close the job opening early if we get a lot of applications, so it's a good idea to apply soon. If we do close the advert early, and you have an application in process, we will email you prior to closing to give you time to complete. Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams on 23rd October 2025.
