Volunteering Support Officer

Salary: Scale C per annum - currently beginning C1 £26,195

Closing date: Wednesday 8 April 2026
Salary: Scale C per annum - currently beginning C1 £26,195
Contract type: Fixed term / Working hours: Part time
Location: Northumberland Wildlife Trust, Green House, St Nicholas Park, Jubilee Road, Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 3XT

We are looking to appoint a very organised, flexible and motivated person to support our Volunteering Program.

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

The Volunteering Support Officer plays a key role in supporting Northumberland Wildlife Trust's (NWT) Central Team to deliver high quality volunteer experiences across the organisation. The post focuses on supporting volunteer led projects, most notably the seasonal Osprey Watch and delivery of Wildlife Workdays in partnership with internal teams. With over 500 registered volunteers, the role also provides essential administrative support, ensures effective communication, and helps to maintain an excellent volunteer journey from first enquiry to ongoing engagement.

Working from the St Nicholas Park Gosforth office, with regular travel to Kielder and NWT nature reserves, the post combines office based administration with hands on support in the field. The role also involves liaising with partner organisations, engaging the public, organising events, and ensuring volunteers are well supported, safe, and motivated.

Key areas of responsibility include supporting Osprey Watch volunteers, developing and delivering Wildlife Workdays for corporate organisations alongside NWT operational teams and maintaining volunteer records and systems, supporting recruitment, onboarding and volunteer celebration events.

The post holder will act as a positive ambassador for NWT, uphold organisational policies, and support the Trust's values, sustainability goals, and conservation mission.

To apply for the position of Volunteering Support 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.