Vacancies

What we are looking for:

• Friendly, positive and sociable person.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• A full driving licence.
• Experience in report writing, client liaison and project management.
• Competent user of Microsoft Office.
• Experience undertaking protected species surveys (especially bats).
• Experience as an Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW).
• Bat licence (Level 1 or higher).
• Experience using QGIS and/or AutoCAD.
• CIEEM membership, or eligibility for membership.

Desirable:

• Experience analysing bat sound files.
• A relevant degree in Ecology or a related discipline.
• Previous experience within an ecological consultancy environment.
• Additional protected species licences.

How we support your growth and wellbeing:

• We actively support professional development (e.g. protected species licences, technical courses, conferences, CIEEM CPD).
• Flexible working location to help balance fieldwork, office time and home life.
• Family-friendly employer with a culture that recognises life outside work.
• Time Off in Lieu (TOIL) system to fairly recognise additional hours, particularly during peak survey seasons.
• A supportive and friendly team who work closely together, share knowledge and provide mentorship.
• Team-building and planned social activities to help you feel part of the team, not just a resource on a project.

What else we offer:

• 28 days annual leave
• Additional day of annual leave on your birthday.
• Additional paid leave over Christmas and New Year (usually 2 weeks).

The Role

As an Assistant Ecologist, you will support our ecologists on a variety of projects, gaining hands-on experience while contributing to real-world outcomes for protected species and habitats.

You will:

• Undertake ecological surveys for a range of protected species and habitats, including bats, reptiles and badgers.
• Assist with report writing for Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA), including desk studies, data collation and basic analysis.
• Liaise with clients and colleagues to help organise surveys and ensure smooth project delivery.
• Support Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) roles on construction sites, helping protect wildlife during development.
• Have opportunities to assist the Environmental Consultancy team, including Nutrient Balance Assessments and shadow Habitats Regulations Assessments.

This is a 37.5 hour per week role on a temporary contract (April–October), ideal for someone looking to build field experience and progress within ecological consultancy.

What we are looking for:

• Friendly, positive and sociable person.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• A full driving licence.
• Some previous report writing or preparation experience (academic, voluntary or professional).
• Competent in Microsoft Office.
• Previous experience of undertaking protected species surveys, particularly bats (through work, volunteering or university projects).

.Desirable:

• Experience analysing bat sound files.
• A relevant degree in Ecology or a related subject.
• Previous experience within an ecological consultancy (paid or internship).
• Experience using QGIS and/or AutoCAD.
• CIEEM membership, or eligibility for membership.
• Protected species licences (e.g. bats, great crested newts, dormice).

How we support your growth and wellbeing:

Although this is a fixed-term role, we see our Assistant Ecologists as an important part of the team and are committed to helping you develop your skills and career.

We offer:

• Training towards career progression with in-house and external training providers (including support towards licences and CPD).
• Flexible working location – office-based near Wellington, Somerset, and/or home working as appropriate.
• Family-friendly employer with an understanding of work–life balance.
• Time Off in Lieu (TOIL) system to fairly recognise additional hours during busy survey periods.
• A supportive and friendly team who work closely together and share knowledge.
• Team building and social activities to help you feel part of the organisation.

You will be joining an experienced team where your input is valued, and your development as an ecologist is actively supported.

We value continuity within our team, and for the right candidate there may be the opportunity to move into a permanent role, subject to workload and performance