This exciting new role will work closely with our existing team and a network of volunteers, playing a pivotal role in enabling the supply of native and rare plant species to our reserves and across Cumbria at numerous project sites.
Horticulture Conservation Officer
Salary:£18,216.80 per annum (£26,024 FTE) based on a 24.5 hour week
Contract length: Fixed term for 20 months
As part of the Cumbria Seed Bank project, the purpose of the role is to coordinate and facilitate the collection and propagation of seeds from identified rare plants to contribute to the engagement of species rich grasslands, in conjunction with our grassland specialists.
Funded by the National Lottery Heritage, this project supports the work of a network of volunteers providing identification skills that will benefit both the project and the wider understanding and protection of grassland wildlife sites. In addition to working with existing partners, the role of the job will include developing new opportunities for volunteers and young people in the work of the seed bank and propagation nursery.
The role will involve regular weekend work, organising volunteer identification days and visits to see the work of the seed bank, along with working with and supporting the Horticulture Manager to collect, catalogue and store seeds in the seed bank and involve an element of tree growing for Skiddaw Forest.
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and have good communication skills, a willingness to learn and a flair and passion for Horticulture. A good general understanding of Horticulture practices and experience, working with volunteers and organising and leading activity sessions for groups would also be advantageous.
Completed application forms should be returned with a separate cover letter as an attachment outlining the candidate's suitability for the post and emailed to admin@cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk.
Postal applications can be sent to Claire Shepherd, HR Manager, Cumbria Wildlife Trust, Plumgarths, Crook Road, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 8LX
Please note: CV's will not be considered.
The closing date for applications is 9 am on Monday 6 January 2025.
Interviews will be held on either 15 or 16 January 2025 at our offices at Gosling Sike.
Expected start date: February 2025.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard anything within 14 days of the closing date, please assume your application has not been successful.
Cumbria Wildlife Trust is devoted to the conservation of the wildlife and wild places of Cumbria.