Summary
**Important notice**
In line with our redeployment policy, we’ll prioritise applications from employees who are under formal notice of redundancy.
With a love for the great outdoors, you’ll enjoy working with nature and want to inspire and motivate others. You’ll help to make habitats for wildlife better and make everyone feel welcome at our places
Based on the stunning North Norfolk Coast, you’ll help safeguard rare species, manage dynamic habitats, and create meaningful connections between people and nature. This is a physically demanding, hands-on role that offers a unique opportunity to live and work in a remote, tide-dependent location. Seasonal accommodation is provided, and the role includes weekend, bank holiday and occasional evening work, with some on-call responsibilities.
Salary: £24,862.50 per annum
Contract: Fixed Term Contract until 10-Oct-2026
Hours/working pattern: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
For this role, you’ll need to complete our online assessment instead of using a C.V. or online application form. This will help us understand more about your strengths and give you more information on the role.
What it's like to work here
Waking up to the sounds of seals, seabirds, weather and waves is pretty magical. From March to October, you'll be living and working with a small team in the iconic blue Lifeboat House on Blakeney Point. Access is tide-dependent, so you’ll use a boat and 4x4 vehicle to get around. Planning your days off and supermarket trips takes a bit of strategy, but it’s all part of the adventure. You’ll be part of a small, dedicated team working in a truly dynamic coastal environment.
What you'll be doing
Your summer role is varied and hands-on. You’ll prepare for the arrival of nesting seabirds by installing electric fencing, signage, and miles of pin and rope to guide visitors safely around sensitive areas. Predator control is also a key responsibility, along with enforcing dog restrictions to protect wildlife during critical breeding seasons. Once the birds arrive, your focus shifts to monitoring and surveying, and engaging positively with visitors and volunteers to build understanding and support for conservation.
You’ll help maintain site presentation, support volunteer activity, and contribute to the day-to-day running of Blakeney Point. With changing tides, shifting weather and a seasonal cast of wildlife, no two days are the same. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in coastal conservation and visitor engagement in a truly special place.
Who we're looking for
We’d love to hear from you if you're:
1. able to demonstrate practical experience in land, conservation and access management to level 2 or have 6 months vocational experience
2. willing to work outside in all weathers and deliver tasks when the weather conditions aren’t ideal
3. comfortable working in a flexible and adaptable way
4. able to work alone or under direction, and as part of a team
5. positive with an approachable attitude
6. happy and willing to learn new things
7. enjoy the work you do and happy to share this with others
The package
The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.
8. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary
9. Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
10. Tax free childcare scheme
11. Rental deposit loan scheme
12. Season ticket loan
13. Perks at work discounts i.e. gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
14. Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria
15. Flexible working whenever possible
16. Employee assistance programme
17. Free parking at most locations
18. Independent financial advice