National Trust
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
This is a rare and exciting opportunity for an exceptional person to lead, develop and grow the conservation joinery team from our well-equipped specialist craft centre in West Wycombe. You and your team will be right at the heart of the National Trust's important conservation work, helping our charity to look after some of the most precious and significant buildings and mansions in the London & South East region. Internally, this role is known an 'Building Supervisor (Specialist Crafts)' Salary: up to £41,000 depending on skills and experience. What it's like to work here This is a leadership and management role with a good amount of autonomy and an opportunity for you grow and develop a team that will be central to our regional conservation efforts. Your team will include 3 specialist craftspeople, at least 1 apprentice and a part-time facilities and support services coordinator. You will routinely work from Park Farm at West Wycombe, our recently refurbished and modernised specialist craft centre. You'll also regularly visit other National Trust places to discuss projects - there is a works vehicles available for this if required. There will be some, but limited, scope to work from home if required. You'll report one of our region's Senior Building Surveyors and be supported by other specialist consultants. You'll work with a variety of people across the region, including property managers, building surveyors, facilities managers and project managers. Our Specialist craft team is one of 9 across the country, so there will be opportunities to link up with other similar teams, sharing best practice, learning from each other and working collaboratively. As well as getting to work in some truly spectacular places, you'll also receive training and development to help you thrive in your role. What you'll be doing You'll be responsible for leading and developing an enduring regional specialist craft capability that preserves traditional skills whilst promoting modern conservation techniques. As such, you'll manage and supervise a team of joiners including apprentices and will play an active role in their training and development. You will be responsible for liaising with property teams about craft projects, working closely with them and others to bring conservation requirements to life. You'll also be the site manager for our newly refurbished craft centre, managing risk and compliance, and taking a pro-active approach to all aspects of work the joinery team carries out. This will include making sure the workshops, stores, vehicles and equipment are safe and comply with appropriate regulations. You'll have the support of a part time business coordinator to assist you, including with National Trust systems, policies and ways of working. Who we're looking for Applications from National Trust redeployees will be assessed against the following criteria for the role. In your application, please provide details of how you meet the minimum criteria below: Qualified and experienced Jonier to NVQ3 standard Practical knowledge in the delivery of specialist conservation and repair work Experience of managing work on site and supervising a joinery workshop team Knowledge of risk management, compliance and construction H & S legislation Additional criteria for all other applicants: Effective communication, collaboration skills and managing information Budget and resource management ability Assisting in preparing schedules of work Knowledge of relevant legislation The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan EV car lease scheme Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most Trust places
This is a rare and exciting opportunity for an exceptional person to lead, develop and grow the conservation joinery team from our well-equipped specialist craft centre in West Wycombe. You and your team will be right at the heart of the National Trust's important conservation work, helping our charity to look after some of the most precious and significant buildings and mansions in the London & South East region. Internally, this role is known an 'Building Supervisor (Specialist Crafts)' Salary: up to £41,000 depending on skills and experience. What it's like to work here This is a leadership and management role with a good amount of autonomy and an opportunity for you grow and develop a team that will be central to our regional conservation efforts. Your team will include 3 specialist craftspeople, at least 1 apprentice and a part-time facilities and support services coordinator. You will routinely work from Park Farm at West Wycombe, our recently refurbished and modernised specialist craft centre. You'll also regularly visit other National Trust places to discuss projects - there is a works vehicles available for this if required. There will be some, but limited, scope to work from home if required. You'll report one of our region's Senior Building Surveyors and be supported by other specialist consultants. You'll work with a variety of people across the region, including property managers, building surveyors, facilities managers and project managers. Our Specialist craft team is one of 9 across the country, so there will be opportunities to link up with other similar teams, sharing best practice, learning from each other and working collaboratively. As well as getting to work in some truly spectacular places, you'll also receive training and development to help you thrive in your role. What you'll be doing You'll be responsible for leading and developing an enduring regional specialist craft capability that preserves traditional skills whilst promoting modern conservation techniques. As such, you'll manage and supervise a team of joiners including apprentices and will play an active role in their training and development. You will be responsible for liaising with property teams about craft projects, working closely with them and others to bring conservation requirements to life. You'll also be the site manager for our newly refurbished craft centre, managing risk and compliance, and taking a pro-active approach to all aspects of work the joinery team carries out. This will include making sure the workshops, stores, vehicles and equipment are safe and comply with appropriate regulations. You'll have the support of a part time business coordinator to assist you, including with National Trust systems, policies and ways of working. Who we're looking for Applications from National Trust redeployees will be assessed against the following criteria for the role. In your application, please provide details of how you meet the minimum criteria below: Qualified and experienced Jonier to NVQ3 standard Practical knowledge in the delivery of specialist conservation and repair work Experience of managing work on site and supervising a joinery workshop team Knowledge of risk management, compliance and construction H & S legislation Additional criteria for all other applicants: Effective communication, collaboration skills and managing information Budget and resource management ability Assisting in preparing schedules of work Knowledge of relevant legislation The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan EV car lease scheme Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most Trust places
The Woodland Trust
The Woodland Trust is looking for a Public Affairs Manager to take lead responsibility for managing the Woodland Northern Ireland s (WTNI) relationship with the NI Executive, Government, relevant statutory agencies and key NI , ROI and UK political audiences. To advocate and campaign for changes in legislation, policies, incentives, strategies and plans which reflect the Trust s priorities in NI and the Island of Ireland . To take responsibility for leading on local development plan consultations and the Trust s relationship with local councils and the wider eNGO sector. The Role: In the context of our Corporate Strategy, UK policies and position statements and Northern Ireland Plan, to define our Northern Ireland Public Affairs and campaigning goals and to develop and manage a prioritised programme of policy and advocacy work to achieve them. Collaborate with colleagues across Northern Ireland and the UK to maximise the Trust s policy and advocacy impact, enabling colleagues to be effective policy advocates. Provide technical and expert support, advice and briefings to the Northern Ireland Director, and other colleagues where relevant, on policy and advocacy matters. Lead Public Affairs in the Northern Ireland team, and any consultants as appropriate, providing clarity of direction, inspiring our staff and building capabilities and skills, upholding and actively promoting the values and behaviours of the Trust. Oversee, and where relevant lead, the development and management of relationships with NI Government, including Ministers, MLAs, researchers, advisors and civil servants, as well as local government, statutory bodies and other influential organisations across farming, forestry and business in line with the NI public Affairs plan. Represent the Trust and our policy and advocacy priorities externally, including negotiating consensus positions within external coalitions including NI Environment Link, with key stakeholders and potential partners. Actively monitor, gather intelligence, understand and analyse relevant areas of NI policy and politics, acting on key opportunities. Evaluate future threats and opportunities facing the Trust s cause in NI, brief colleagues and steer our advocacy messaging accordingly. Work closely with other teams and departments, especially Comms & Engagement, UK Campaigns and Conservation and External Affairs, to coordinate and integrate political advocacy and campaigning messages with the Trust s wider communications and influencing strategies and plans. Contribute to ensuring appropriate and efficient use Woodland Trust funds, including setting and managing the NI Public Affairs budget. Monitor and report on progress against KPIs, and the team s contribution to the Trust s strategic aims. The Candidate: You ll be experienced in building strong relationships and proven record in delivery in partnership with local councils You ll be experienced influencing legislation and working directly with government depts. You ll have a proven track record in public affairs and policy delivery and experience of working with the environmental/voluntary sector. You ll be experienced with relationship management - a developer of relationships with exceptional networking ability; able to spot opportunities and connections, evaluate them and act on them, both internally and externally. You ll be experienced setting clear goals and priorities and take responsibility for their delivery, You ll be experienced demonstrating tenacity and enthusiasm in achieving them. You ll need a working knowledge of current affairs, and the processes through which legislation and policy are developed and delivered. You ll need to know of current environmental policy, conservation and land management issues. You ll need to know of the NI Executive and Government and the ability to use that knowledge to achieve results. You ll need to know how to communicate effectively through both written and oral, research and analytical skills. You ll need to know current affairs, and the processes through which legislation and policy are developed and delivered. Educated to degree level or equivalent in relevant subject or extensive experience Full UK driving licence would be an advantage. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Basic Background Check, as part of our pre-employment screening. Benefits and 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 Plus Bank Holidays (pro rata d for part-time) Buy and Sell Holiday Scheme Enhanced Parental Pay Employee Assistance Programme About Us: The Woodland Trust is the UK s leading woodland conservation charity. We want to see a world where trees and woods thrive for people and nature. The Trust engages and inspires people to make their difference tackling the nature and climate crisis helping protect, restore and create our vital woods and trees. Our Commitment to Diversity and 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, and CVs are redacted until after shortlisting is complete. 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 - 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.
The Woodland Trust is looking for a Public Affairs Manager to take lead responsibility for managing the Woodland Northern Ireland s (WTNI) relationship with the NI Executive, Government, relevant statutory agencies and key NI , ROI and UK political audiences. To advocate and campaign for changes in legislation, policies, incentives, strategies and plans which reflect the Trust s priorities in NI and the Island of Ireland . To take responsibility for leading on local development plan consultations and the Trust s relationship with local councils and the wider eNGO sector. The Role: In the context of our Corporate Strategy, UK policies and position statements and Northern Ireland Plan, to define our Northern Ireland Public Affairs and campaigning goals and to develop and manage a prioritised programme of policy and advocacy work to achieve them. Collaborate with colleagues across Northern Ireland and the UK to maximise the Trust s policy and advocacy impact, enabling colleagues to be effective policy advocates. Provide technical and expert support, advice and briefings to the Northern Ireland Director, and other colleagues where relevant, on policy and advocacy matters. Lead Public Affairs in the Northern Ireland team, and any consultants as appropriate, providing clarity of direction, inspiring our staff and building capabilities and skills, upholding and actively promoting the values and behaviours of the Trust. Oversee, and where relevant lead, the development and management of relationships with NI Government, including Ministers, MLAs, researchers, advisors and civil servants, as well as local government, statutory bodies and other influential organisations across farming, forestry and business in line with the NI public Affairs plan. Represent the Trust and our policy and advocacy priorities externally, including negotiating consensus positions within external coalitions including NI Environment Link, with key stakeholders and potential partners. Actively monitor, gather intelligence, understand and analyse relevant areas of NI policy and politics, acting on key opportunities. Evaluate future threats and opportunities facing the Trust s cause in NI, brief colleagues and steer our advocacy messaging accordingly. Work closely with other teams and departments, especially Comms & Engagement, UK Campaigns and Conservation and External Affairs, to coordinate and integrate political advocacy and campaigning messages with the Trust s wider communications and influencing strategies and plans. Contribute to ensuring appropriate and efficient use Woodland Trust funds, including setting and managing the NI Public Affairs budget. Monitor and report on progress against KPIs, and the team s contribution to the Trust s strategic aims. The Candidate: You ll be experienced in building strong relationships and proven record in delivery in partnership with local councils You ll be experienced influencing legislation and working directly with government depts. You ll have a proven track record in public affairs and policy delivery and experience of working with the environmental/voluntary sector. You ll be experienced with relationship management - a developer of relationships with exceptional networking ability; able to spot opportunities and connections, evaluate them and act on them, both internally and externally. You ll be experienced setting clear goals and priorities and take responsibility for their delivery, You ll be experienced demonstrating tenacity and enthusiasm in achieving them. You ll need a working knowledge of current affairs, and the processes through which legislation and policy are developed and delivered. You ll need to know of current environmental policy, conservation and land management issues. You ll need to know of the NI Executive and Government and the ability to use that knowledge to achieve results. You ll need to know how to communicate effectively through both written and oral, research and analytical skills. You ll need to know current affairs, and the processes through which legislation and policy are developed and delivered. Educated to degree level or equivalent in relevant subject or extensive experience Full UK driving licence would be an advantage. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Basic Background Check, as part of our pre-employment screening. Benefits and 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 Plus Bank Holidays (pro rata d for part-time) Buy and Sell Holiday Scheme Enhanced Parental Pay Employee Assistance Programme About Us: The Woodland Trust is the UK s leading woodland conservation charity. We want to see a world where trees and woods thrive for people and nature. The Trust engages and inspires people to make their difference tackling the nature and climate crisis helping protect, restore and create our vital woods and trees. Our Commitment to Diversity and 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, and CVs are redacted until after shortlisting is complete. 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 - 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.
National Trust for Places of Historic Interest or Natural Beauty
We're creating a new team of farming and nature advisors to help us achieve our ambitions for nature recovery, carbon sequestration and climate adaptation through sustainable land management. Our vision is for landscapes with more nature, accessible to more people and addressing the climate crisis. This is a fixed term contract that will end when the postholder returns to the role. The duration is unlikely to be more than nine months. This is a part time opportunity offering 24.5 hours a week. The role operates across the whole of Wales, with an initial focus in Eryri. A key part is supporting our farm tenants and commoners to identify and implement opportunities to reduce carbon footprints, using carbon auditing tools and encouraging practices that support climate change mitigation and nature recovery. What it's like to work here You'll work as part of National Trust Cymru's Land and Nature specialist delivery team; this is a flexible resource that provides land and nature expertise where required across Wales. As one of a multidisciplinary team of experts, including climate advisors and land and nature delivery advisors, you'll be working with others to help make things happen to deliver sustainable land management. What you'll be doing A key part of the role will be building strong working relationships with our farm tenants and commoners. You will help them identify and implement opportunities for reducing carbon footprints, including the use of carbon auditing tools and practices that support climate change mitigation and nature recovery. For our land management in hand, you'll provide technical guidance to ensure compliance with agricultural regulations and cross compliance standards, helping to manage risk and uphold best practice. You'll also play a vital role in assisting the administration and delivery of internally held agri environmental schemes, helping property colleagues understand scheme requirements, using Rural Payments Wales online and maintaining accurate records to optimise scheme outcomes. Who we're looking for Strong understanding of cross compliance (GAEC + SMR) and up to date knowledge of agriculture policy and grant schemes in Wales. Good understanding of the different conservation farming and land management systems and confidence in providing advice. Experience or willingness to learn how to undertake carbon audits on tenant farms. Up to date understanding and practical experience of developing environmental land management schemes. Experience in using GIS (e.g., LandApp, ArcGIS) and data management systems. A champion of inclusion, who helps support everyone to feel welcome. Effective teamwork experience, with the ability to work independently and prioritise work schedule. Excellent communication skills, able to build good working relationships particularly with partners, farmers and land managers. The package Substantial pension scheme of up to 10 % basic salary. Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18). Rental deposit loan scheme. Season ticket loan. EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria). Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts. Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible. Employee assistance programme. Free parking at most Trust places. Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you. National Trust place Eryri, LL48 6LF Documents Cynorthwyydd y Partner Cyflawni Adfer Natur a Defnydd Tir - G7.pdf Assistant Land Use Nature Delivery Partner FTC Mat Cov_wel.docx Assistant Land Use & Nature Delivery Partner - Grade 7.pdf Requirements Compliance. Eligibility to work in the UK. Additional information Closing Date: 15 March 2026 Important notice In line with our redeployment policy, we'll prioritise applications from National Trust employees who are under formal notice of redundancy. To apply for this vacancy simply click the 'apply' button in the top right hand side of the page. If you need any help with your application, i.e. due to technical difficulties, please call us on or email us at . If you require an adjustment to the application process, for example due to disability or medical condition, please call us on or email us at and we'll support you as best as we can. For examples of how, please see our supporting you page. Equal Opportunities Statement The National Trust celebrates diversity and is committed to creating a fair and equal society, free from discrimination. You can read more about our commitment to inclusion and diversity here. Safeguarding Statement The National Trust is committed to a safe recruitment process to help the organisation attract and appoint the right staff/volunteer for the role and responsibilities as set out in the vacancy advert. We will not accept applicants who are not suitable to work with children, young people or adults at risk. If you have any questions around your suitability for this vacancy, please contact the people service centre. Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early and therefore we encourage you to apply for this position early.
We're creating a new team of farming and nature advisors to help us achieve our ambitions for nature recovery, carbon sequestration and climate adaptation through sustainable land management. Our vision is for landscapes with more nature, accessible to more people and addressing the climate crisis. This is a fixed term contract that will end when the postholder returns to the role. The duration is unlikely to be more than nine months. This is a part time opportunity offering 24.5 hours a week. The role operates across the whole of Wales, with an initial focus in Eryri. A key part is supporting our farm tenants and commoners to identify and implement opportunities to reduce carbon footprints, using carbon auditing tools and encouraging practices that support climate change mitigation and nature recovery. What it's like to work here You'll work as part of National Trust Cymru's Land and Nature specialist delivery team; this is a flexible resource that provides land and nature expertise where required across Wales. As one of a multidisciplinary team of experts, including climate advisors and land and nature delivery advisors, you'll be working with others to help make things happen to deliver sustainable land management. What you'll be doing A key part of the role will be building strong working relationships with our farm tenants and commoners. You will help them identify and implement opportunities for reducing carbon footprints, including the use of carbon auditing tools and practices that support climate change mitigation and nature recovery. For our land management in hand, you'll provide technical guidance to ensure compliance with agricultural regulations and cross compliance standards, helping to manage risk and uphold best practice. You'll also play a vital role in assisting the administration and delivery of internally held agri environmental schemes, helping property colleagues understand scheme requirements, using Rural Payments Wales online and maintaining accurate records to optimise scheme outcomes. Who we're looking for Strong understanding of cross compliance (GAEC + SMR) and up to date knowledge of agriculture policy and grant schemes in Wales. Good understanding of the different conservation farming and land management systems and confidence in providing advice. Experience or willingness to learn how to undertake carbon audits on tenant farms. Up to date understanding and practical experience of developing environmental land management schemes. Experience in using GIS (e.g., LandApp, ArcGIS) and data management systems. A champion of inclusion, who helps support everyone to feel welcome. Effective teamwork experience, with the ability to work independently and prioritise work schedule. Excellent communication skills, able to build good working relationships particularly with partners, farmers and land managers. The package Substantial pension scheme of up to 10 % basic salary. Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18). Rental deposit loan scheme. Season ticket loan. EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria). Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts. Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible. Employee assistance programme. Free parking at most Trust places. Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you. National Trust place Eryri, LL48 6LF Documents Cynorthwyydd y Partner Cyflawni Adfer Natur a Defnydd Tir - G7.pdf Assistant Land Use Nature Delivery Partner FTC Mat Cov_wel.docx Assistant Land Use & Nature Delivery Partner - Grade 7.pdf Requirements Compliance. Eligibility to work in the UK. Additional information Closing Date: 15 March 2026 Important notice In line with our redeployment policy, we'll prioritise applications from National Trust employees who are under formal notice of redundancy. To apply for this vacancy simply click the 'apply' button in the top right hand side of the page. If you need any help with your application, i.e. due to technical difficulties, please call us on or email us at . If you require an adjustment to the application process, for example due to disability or medical condition, please call us on or email us at and we'll support you as best as we can. For examples of how, please see our supporting you page. Equal Opportunities Statement The National Trust celebrates diversity and is committed to creating a fair and equal society, free from discrimination. You can read more about our commitment to inclusion and diversity here. Safeguarding Statement The National Trust is committed to a safe recruitment process to help the organisation attract and appoint the right staff/volunteer for the role and responsibilities as set out in the vacancy advert. We will not accept applicants who are not suitable to work with children, young people or adults at risk. If you have any questions around your suitability for this vacancy, please contact the people service centre. Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early and therefore we encourage you to apply for this position early.
