Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust

At WWT we shape unforgettable experiences. We are a warm, welcoming and genuine charity that protects and restores Wetlands. WWT Martin Mere has 600 acres of amazing wetland scenery which is home a such an assortment of wildlife. We are looking for volunteers who can support our team in our Café and shop to ensure we offer excellent customer service to our visitors. By providing excellent customer care in our shop, you will be encouraging our visitors to support the wider conservation work of WWT. The money that is taken in retail is instrumental to the conservation work that WWT can afford to carry. Volunteers are an essential part of the WWT team. You'll get a warm welcome, including information on training, equipment and anything else you need. If you are interested in volunteering for WWT but don't wish to apply online, please email or leave a message at with your name and number. About You Who are we looking for? This role would suit you if: Have an enthusiastic and friendly manner Have an eye for detail and creativity A confident attitude and / or experience in successful face-to-face contact with the public Commitment to excellent customer serviceAre happy using a computer/till Like working in a busy environment An interest in birding and optics equipment (if you'd like to get involved in promoting and selling our optics) We are particularly looking for people to help on Mondays, Thursdays or Fridays. About Us We're WWT, and we're on a mission to restore the super-powered ecosystems we call wetlands . There's never been a more important moment for our work, and we've got some phenomenal people on the case. Whether they're taking a new visitor under their wing, or conducting ground-breaking research further afield, our team are second to none. And there's nothing we love more than watching them soar. Whatever you do here, you'll be helping to restore wetlands and unlock their power. So, the only question left is, what role will you play? Why you'll love volunteering at WWT Feel good knowing you are helping to restore wetlands, and our world Be surrounded and inspired by like-minded wetland lovers Hear from the people who inject their energy, passion and expertise into wetlands and wildlife - talks, walks, webinars, tea and cake Free entry to all our wetland centres, including your family Volunteer discount on shopping and memberships Access to webinars and practical information to help you manage daily life

Transactional Accounting Manager Salary: £35,437 per annum Contract: Permanent Work Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compressed working considered. Location: Based at WWT Slimbridge, with an option for hybrid working (with the requirement to spend 2-3 days a week on site) + some travel to WWT sites. About The Role Do you have a strong focus on improving processes? Do you thrive on developing systems and people? WWT is seeking an experienced manager to lead, coach and support the transactional accounting team. This role is key to shaping Accounts Payable and Receivable operations as WWT moves its financial systems to the cloud. The role will partner with managers across WWT to understand and comply with financial procedures as well as deliver KPI dashboards. This role will also ensure: the accurate weekly recording of income from tills; gift aid is claimed each month; accurate reconciliations; tight controls; and a smooth month end. This role supports WWT's Thrive ambition to become a more thriving, sustainable and effective organisation as we enhance our financial processes and controls across WWT. About You You will be an experienced accounting professional with strong system and technical skills. You will be AAT qualified or qualified by experience. You will need: excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines, holding yourself and others to agreed timetables; experience with AP automation and P2P systems; the ability to train and coach colleagues both within Finance and across WWT. About Us We re WWT, and we re on a mission to restore the super-powered ecosystems we call wetlands. There s never been a more important moment for our work, and we ve got some phenomenal people on the case. Whether they re taking a new visitor under their wing, or conducting ground-breaking research further afield, our team are second to none. And there s nothing we love more than watching them soar. Whatever you do here, you ll be helping to restore wetlands and unlock their power. So, the only question left is, what role will you play? Why you ll love working at WWT Wake up every day knowing your work is helping to restore wetlands, and our world Be surrounded and inspired by our team of passionate, dedicated people 33 days annual leave (which goes up to 38 days after 5 years of service) this includes bank holidays and you have flexibility to take those days whenever you want Free entry to all our wetland centres, including your family Free car parking and secure bike storage areas Colleague discount on shopping and memberships Cycle to work scheme Contributory pension scheme Life Assurance of three times your salary, for peace of mind for your loved ones Independent personal, workplace and financial advice from our Employee Assistance Programme Additional Information: This is a full time position working 37.5 hours Monday to Friday. For this role we can offer the opportunity for hybrid and compressed working (with a minimum of 2 - 3 days a week in the office). We will also consider offering this role part time working a minimum of 30 hours a week. The role is based at Slimbridge with some travel to WWT sites. Closing Date: Tuesday 5th May 2026 Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. WWT is an equal opportunities employer and all applications will be considered solely on merit. No agencies please.