Assistant Conservation Officer

Would you like to join our team and help conserve Britain’s favourite farmland bird?

The Barn Owl Trust is a small, national, Devon-based charity engaged in practical and advisory
work, research, education, and owl care. We respond to 4,000 enquires a year from across the
UK.

We’re looking for someone who’s highly motivated, with a keen interest in owls, and a good
working knowledge of UK farmland birds and habitats.

The position is full-time and based near Ashburton (Devon). It is an extremely diverse role. It requires the strength and ability to safely lift and erect a
24 kg ladder, a head for heights, and DIY-type skills, alongside excellent communication and IT
skills, and a willingness to be office based (mostly screen work, seasonally up to 85% of the
time).

• Starting Salary: £23,557.72.
• Initial 12-month contract (renewable).
• Interviews will be held in person on Wednesday 2nd October 2024 at Ashburton,
  Devon, UK.

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 18th September 2024