The Reserves Officer will report to the Nene Wetlands Senior Ranger and will lead on the day-to-day reserves management of Summer Leys and Titchmarsh Nature Reserves in the Nene Valley, through practical work, volunteer tasks, management planning and monitoring. The role requires good knowledge of the practice of nature conservation and principles of ecology, as well as an aptitude to undertake practical training. The role also involves liaising with visitors, graziers and the local community. The role is based at the Nene Wetlands Nature Reserve at Rushden Lakes and involves regular travel to Summer Leys and Titchmarsh.

Type of Contract: Permanent

Hours:  37.5 per week.       Full Time

Interview Date: Monday 15^th June 2026

Closing Date: Monday 8^th June 2026 at 9am

Please be aware that following your acceptance of the role you will be required to complete a confidential pre-employment health questionnaire. 

See the links on this page to download the job description for the role and an application form. We do not accept CV’s or cover letters.

Equality Diversity and Inclusion Statement:

“We’re wild about inclusion! We want our people/staff to be as diverse as wildlife.  As an inclusive employer we recognise that our workforce needs to better reflect the communities in which we live and work.  We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and cultures.  We believe that a diverse workforce will help us create our vision of ‘people close to nature, with land and seas rich in wildlife.”