Nature Connection Officer

Nature Connection Officer

Closing date:
Monday 16 February 2026 Salary:
Scale C per annum – currently beginning C1 £ 26,195 Contract type:
Fixed term /

Working hours:

Full time

Location:

Northumberland Wildlife Trust, Green House, St Nicholas Park, Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 3XT

The Nature Connection Officer leads on the coordination and development of nature-based opportunities for young people aged 16–24.

Paula Turner (HR and Payroll Officer)
Northumberland Wildlife Trust
St Nicholas Park
Gosforth
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE3 3XT

Championing Nature is a six-year programme designed to create lasting connections between people and nature in urban communities. Funded by The All England Lawn Tennis Club and Emirates, it is being delivered by four Wildlife Trusts across the UK, including Northumberland Wildlife Trust.

At Northumberland Wildlife Trust, Championing Nature launched in June 2025 and focuses on Newcastle and the urban fringe of North Tyneside and Northumberland. It brings together education, family holiday activity and targeted youth engagement.

The Nature Connection Officer leads on the coordination and development of nature-based opportunities for young people aged 16–24. The role supports young people at a key life stage to connect with nature, improve wellbeing, build confidence and skills, and feel part of the environmental movement, while creating clearer pathways into further involvement or careers in the sector.

The programme has been co‑designed with local 16‑24‑year‑olds through workshops, surveys and pilot activities delivered in 2025. Young people told us they want fun, hands‑on and social activities that support wellbeing and creativity, alongside accessible, youth‑led opportunities that reduce barriers to participation and help everyone feel safe and welcome.

Building on this work, the Nature Connection Officer will deliver an engaging programme of events and activities, with scope to continually innovate and adapt based on participant feedback and emerging opportunities. The aim is to ensure the programme remains relevant, inclusive and inspiring.

Through their involvement, young people should strengthen their connection to nature, develop conservation knowledge and gain transferable skills such as communication, leadership and problem‑solving. The programme also supports Northumberland Wildlife Trust to strengthen relationships with emerging adults, improve progression routes and embed more inclusive youth practice across the organisation and the wider sector.

To apply for the position of Nature Connection Officer, please complete the corresponding application form in full, and return it to the address above.

Please note, CVs and/or covering letters will not be accepted.

If you require further information regarding any aspect of the application process, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

Thank you for your interest in Northumberland Wildlife Trust.