Peatland Officer
Salary: Scale C per annum – currently beginning C1 £26,981 Closing date: Tuesday 5 May 2026 Contract type: Fixed term Working hours: Full time Location: Northumberland Wildlife Trust, Green House, St Nicholas Park, Jubilee Road, Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 3XT
The role will involve work across multiple projects to oversee the day‑to‑day delivery of the Northumberland Peat Action Plan and contribute to the wider work of the National Trust and partners. Officers will develop new skills through individual work programmes while applying existing competencies.
Nicola Thompson
Peatland Programme Manager
The Northumberland Peat Partnership (NPP) is a collaborative initiative that brings together a wide range of stakeholders to protect, survey and restore Northumberland’s peatlands. Our mission is to reverse historic damage by returning degraded bogs into healthy, peat‑forming condition that benefits both nature and people.
How to apply
To apply for the position of Peatland Officer, please complete the application form and return it to Lauren.thewlis@northwt.org.uk by the specified deadline. CVs and covering letters will not be accepted.
If you require further information, please contact Nicola.Thompson@northwt.org.uk with any questions about the job and person specification.
Thank you for your interest in Northumberland Wildlife Trust.
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