Assistant Warden- Broadwater Warren

August 14, 2026

The RSPB is hiring an Assistant Warden for Broadwater Warren in Tunbridge Wells, UK. The role involves managing heathland and woodland reserves, habitat management, species surveying, and leading volunteer groups. Candidates should have experience in heathland and woodland management, volunteer leadership, and livestock management. This is a full-time, permanent position requiring 37.5 hours per week, with a focus on conservation and collaboration with stakeholders. Here’s an exciting chance to contribute to the conservation of the High Weald’s heathland and woodland nature reserves, including Broadwater Warren, Fore Wood, Morris Wood and Rowlands Wood. Broadwater Warren was a commercial forestry plantation purchased by the RSPB in 2007. Since then, we have restored approximately 85ha of the site to its former glory as an open heathland, with a further 100ha retained as woodland, which is being restored to native broadleaf. Fore Wood is a 56-ha ancient woodland site with a rich history of woodland management dating back to the Roman period. The sites support a wide range of heathland and woodland birds, including; Dartford warbler, Nightjar, Woodlark, Lesser-spotted woodpecker, Goshawk and Spotted flycatcher. The reserves are also particularly rich in butterflies, dragonflies & damselflies, flora and fungi. The successful applicant will be responsible for implementing the reserve management plans alongside the warden. This will include all aspects of habitat management, estate maintenance, species surveying and leading volunteer work parties across the reserves. Good interpersonal skills and a strong work ethic will be required to help lead our team of over 100 active volunteers. Key areas of work will include: • Maintenance of estate infrastructure • Habitat management as defined by the reserve’s management plan and agri-environment agreement • Maintenance of tools and machinery • Monitoring of critical species and habitats • Planning and leading volunteer work parties • Assist with management and welfare of the reserve livestock • Assist with ensuring legal compliance of conservation & land management operations • Assist with the supervision of contractors • Plan and implement small projects • Collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders • General administration and report writing. Essential: • Knowledge and experience of heathland management • Knowledge and experience of woodland management • Experience of managing and leading volunteers • Knowledge of livestock management • Experience and qualifications in chainsaw and brushcutter use and maintenance • Experience and knowledge of surveys and biological monitoring • Experience in undertaking practical tasks and infrastructure maintenance • First Aid qualification • Full UK driving licence Desirable: • Clearing saw qualification • Training and experience in 4 x 4 off road driving • Experience implementing risk assessments and updating health and safety records • Experience in report writing Additional Information This role is permanent/full-time working 37.5 hours per week. We are looking to conduct interviews for this position on 30/04/2025. For further information please contact <a href="mailto:phil.henderson@rspb.org.uk">phil.henderson@rspb.org.uk</a> As part of this application process you will be asked to complete an application form including evidence on how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience listed above. We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people on nature’s side and more diverse people. People of colour and disabled people are underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sectors. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application. The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship – the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK to be offered an employment contract.

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