We are seeking a communications specialist to highlight the pioneering work that is being done to protect the UK's population of red squirrels and enhance red squirrel habitat across the North of England and South of Scotland.  

Our communications officer must be passionate about nature conservation, willing to travel and meet some of the amazing staff and volunteers working with red squirrels, and then tell their stories. 

The officer must be engaging, a superb writer and speaker and keen to use social media to get our message out across the project area and beyond. They will lead a campaign that will raise the profile of the vitally important work of the Red Squirrel Recovery Network.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team delivering innovative action that will receive national recognition, as well as helping and protecting our native red squirrels.

We offer 28 days holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing with length of service. A friendly and flexible working environment with the chance to be a part of the largest nature conservation body in the area, working together to improve our region for nature as well as engaging and inspiring people to connect and take action for wildlife. 

Further details including a full Job Description can be found in the Recruitment Pack below. Please review the Job Description before you apply.

Should you be interested in this position please complete the Application Form and Diversity Monitoring Form and return your application before the closing date stated. 

Completed applications can be returned via email to applications@lancswt.org.uk

The Diversity Monitoring form can be completed by clicking here. 

(CV's will not be considered -   No Agencies)

Closing Date for Receipt of Applications Is: Sunday 10th August 2025

Interviews:  Week commencing 18th August 2025

Lancashire Wildlife Trust is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.