As an Entry Level Officer (ELO) you will support in the delivery of the Red Squirrel Recovery Network project funded by National Lottery Heritage Fund and in partnership with Knowsley Safari, Northumberland Wildlife Trust, Cumbria Wildlife Trust, UK Squirrel Accord, APHA, Bright Green Nature, Galloway and South Ayrshire Biosphere and Restoring Upland Nature, while receiving training in a professional working environment that will aim to elevate your skills and knowledge, preparing you for further career progression and opportunities. As part of your training and post you will also be required to create and complete a portfolio of work and one personal project.

During the 10 month project each Entry Level Officer will have an in-depth introduction, giving them many opportunities within the team and the Trust; which may include, but not limited to: 

• Participation in practical on-site conservation work
• Supporting volunteers and volunteer recruitment
• Engaging with local community groups
• Attending events/conferences and
• Participate in surveys and producing reports 

The post holder will need high levels of confidence, the ability to manage workload, communicate effectively, and be passionate about the natural world. Whilst we are not expecting applying ELOs to have in-depth knowledge or skill set specialising in habit, species, and/or project work, we do require a high level of enthusiasm and drive; the ELO program is a fun and engaging opportunity but requires hard work and dedication.

At LWT we take great pride in our entry level programme and the career opportunities if offers both internally and externally within the environmental and conservation sector. Over half of the current employees began their careers through traineeships:

“The traineeship let me learn on the job while earning, giving me the skills and confidence I would need for job applications within the same team and sector afterwards. It was a great way to bridge the gap between volunteering and employment after being out of work, and having a chance to enter a sector that can be hard to get in to without experience.” 

“The traineeship provided direct work experience, a training budget and lots of CPD that really rounded out my CV and helped me into my first role with wildlife conservation - nearly 10 years ago now!”

“I came through Carbon Landscape - as did several of the peat team past and present – I wouldn’t be here without it.”

In return we offer:

• 28 days holidays plus bank holidays per annum, increasing with length of service (Pro rata for part time employees)
• Free Employee Assistance Programme, offering mental health, financial and legal advice and support
• Cycle to work scheme
• Shop/Café/Event Discounts
• Free on-site parking
• A friendly and flexible working environment 

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 25th January 2026

Interviews:  Monday 2nd February 2026

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.