Seasonal Ecologist – Fixed Term Contract

Exciting Opportunity to Join the Johns Associates Team!

Overview

Johns Associates is an award-winning, multi-disciplinary consultancy that has been part of the Ecology Group since November 2025. As a CIEEM Registered Practice, (and shortlisted for the CIEEM Small Consultancy of the Year Award in 2022), we pride ourselves in providing high quality advice and sustainable and creative solutions for our clients. We work across a wide variety of sectors and have a strong reputation for dealing with complex and challenging projects, providing the best outcomes for our clients, the environment, and local communities.

We are looking to recruit two enthusiastic Seasonal Ecologists to join our friendly and experienced team on a full-time basis for the busy 2026 survey season (1st April – 31st October). These positions will provide some excellent experience for your CV and you may be offered a permanent Assistant Ecologist role at the end of the contract period.

You will be based at our Grade II listed offices in Bradford on Avon with flexible working available (a minimum of three days in the office or on Site is required). Training and support will be provided for all elements of the role, as required.

 

What you will be doing

• Assisting with protected species surveys, likely to include bats (emergence and activity surveys), reptiles, badgers, dormice and GCN. There may also be opportunities to shadow other surveys such as otter, beaver and water vole, depending on project requirements during this time.
• Assisting with UKHab habitat surveys and BNG condition assessments.
• Contributing to PEA reports, species survey reports and technical notes.
• Undertaking desk studies for a range of projects.
• Undertaking bat call analysis and infrared camera analysis.
• Assisting with the management and preparation of survey kit.

 

What you need to have

• Graduate/ post-graduate degree in a relevant subject.
• Some survey or volunteering experience would be an advantage.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle insured for business use.
• Enthusiasm and a desire to learn!
• Excellent attention to detail.

 

What We Offer

In addition to the opportunity to work on a wide range of interesting projects across different sectors and to develop your skills and experience in a supportive environment, Johns Associates offers the following benefits and rewards to all staff:

• Competitive salary (£24,785 - £26,230 pro-rata for the contract period, depending on age)
• A balanced approach to the busy survey season, ensuring all staff have the opportunity to take Recovery Time
• Opportunity to work in a friendly and experienced team of 11 ecologists on a range of development and conservation-led projects
• Enhanced annual leave entitlementv Training and work-shadowing opportunities
• Support to achieve Qualifying membership of CIEEM

To apply, please submit a CV and covering letter/ email to jrolls@johnsassociates.co.uk

Closing date for applications is Friday 20th February 2026