We are looking for a confident, talented ecologist to work on an exciting new Nature Together project in Bristol led by Bristol City Council. This project is part of the UK-wide Nature Towns and Cities programme. The Community ecologist will work with three communities to co-produce projects that support their local climate and nature action plans. The successful candidate will use their experience in habitat creation and share their knowledge of local wildlife species with volunteers in the community, ensuring activity is aligned with local nature strategies and contribute to the wider communication, evaluation, dissemination activity/aims of the Nature Together Project. 

This transformative partnership project, supported by National Lottery Heritage Fund is designed to help reverse the nature and climate emergencies in Bristol, providing a better quality of life for all.  

Avon Wildlife Trust is a charity dedicated to working with local people for local wildlife, covering the West of England region (former county of Avon). It is supported by more than 17,500 members, manages over 30 nature reserves and is one of 46 Wildlife Trusts in the UK.

The Wildlife Trusts value diversity. We are committed to creating a movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures.

Closing date: 11.59pm, 12^th October 2025

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a first interview to take place on Wednesday 22nd October. 

Applicants may then be asked to attend a second interview on Thursday 30^th October.

If you would like to discuss this role or have any questions, please email hr@avonwildlifetrust.org.uk and a conversation can be arranged.

No CVs or agencies please.

Charity No: 280422 

Contact Details and How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, please download the Job Description, Application Form and Equality and Diversity monitoring at the bottom of this page. Before proceeding to 'Apply Now', fill in your application form and Equality and Diversity monitoring.

Please fill out the application form paying particular attention to the details of your relevant experience, knowledge and skills, which is used for shortlisting against the person specification. It is best not to assume prior knowledge and higher scoring is more likely if you explain carefully why you meet the person specification in the Job Description.

When you click 'Apply Now' you will be asked to attach your completed documents via our HR portal as part of the submission process. The portal will stay open for 24 hours to allow you to upload your documents. If the portal has closed, please email your documents to HR@avonwildlifetrust.org.uk

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To apply by post, please send applications marked confidential to HR, Avon Wildlife Trust, 17 Great George Street, Bristol BS1 5QT to arrive by the closing date.