We’re looking for a Nature Recovery Assistant to support the development and delivery of ambitious urban rewilding projects across Greater London, whilst completing a bespoke training programme designed to upskill in the emerging needs of the green workforce. This unique, hands-on, 12-month opportunity is ideal for career changers or those looking to start a career in the nature recovery sector. You’ll gain experience across urban rewilding delivery, project development and management, community engagement, stakeholder collaboration, communications and sustainable finance, while taking part in a dedicated training programme designed to build the skills needed to meet the emerging requirements of the nature recovery sector.
Some examples of possible responsibilities across various areas are as follows:
On-site surveys and delivery
- Support ecological surveys and site assessments
- Assist with planning and coordinating site restoration activity
- Help collect monitoring data and support evaluation
Project coordination and stakeholder support
- Support basic project management tasks, including tracking actions and project reporting
- Assist with coordinating site visits, meetings, advisory groups, and working groups
- Help maintain positive relationships with landowners and other key stakeholders
- Support events, presentations, and knowledge-sharing activities
- Assist with reports, presentations, and project updates
Community Engagement
- Help plan and deliver inclusive workshops and citizen science activities
- Support community stakeholder mapping and outreach
- Support engagement with schools, youth groups, and community organisations
- Represent the project at events, with support from other team members
Research
- Carry out research to support nature-based finance approaches
- Assist with early exploration of funding and finance opportunities
- Support the team with gathering evidence to support best practice across rewilding and nature recovery and staying abreast of relevant sector news and updates
Communications
- Support internal communications and coordination across teams
- Help develop website content and public-facing materials
- Create content to raise awareness for the Trust’s Nature Recovery programmes e.g. blog posts
Our ideal Nature Recovery Assistant
- A passion for nature recovery and enthusiasm for rewilding in London
- Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Good administration skills and confidence using Microsoft Office and databases
- A proactive, adaptable attitude with a willingness to learn and take initiative
(Please see job description for full person specification)
Closing Date: 9am 10th August
Interviews: Are scheduled to take place between 24th – 27th August and reasonable adjustments will be offered to all candidates including the choice to meet online or in-person.
Key training dates for reference:
- 20th – 21st October 2026 (in-person in Leeds)
- 2 days (TBC) during week commencing 30th November 2026
- 25th – 26th May 2027 (in-person in Worcester)
- 21st – 22nd June 2027
- 5th – 6th July 2027
Does this sound like you? We’d love to hear from you!
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