The Wild Path #20
Kendal highlights, free Expo tickets, and this week’s top outdoor jobs.
Issue 20 - Week of 24th November 2025
📬This Week on The Wild Path
Kendal Mountain Festival was fantastic this year. It was brilliant meeting so many people from The Wild Path community in person, and connecting with organisations who are doing incredible work across the outdoor sector. Thank you to everyone who stopped to say hello, shared what you’re working on, or told us how The Wild Path is helping you, it really meant a lot. It’s been a big week of growth for the community, and we’re excited to keep building on it.
We’re also continuing our partnership with the National Outdoor Expo: use the code WILDPATH to grab one of 100 free weekend tickets for the Birmingham event on 21–22 March 2026. Once the free tickets are gone, the code switches to £5 weekend passes.
And a quick reminder that The Wild Path has been shortlisted for the Open Outdoors Award by The Great Outdoors Magazine, recognising organisations that promote access and diversity in the outdoor sector. If you haven’t had a chance to vote yet, we’d be so grateful for your support.
Thanks for reading, sharing, and being part of this growing community. You can also keep up with us on LinkedIn and explore more on teamwildpath.com.
This Week’s Round Up
🌱 Conservation & Education
Safaris Manager – Knepp Wildland and Gardens
Lead Knepp’s safari and visitor experiences, connecting people with one of the UK’s most iconic rewilding sites.
📍 Horsham 🏷️ Full-time
🔗 Click here to apply
📅 Deadline: 8 December 2025
Marine Partnerships Officer – Cornwall Wildlife Trust
Support collaborative marine conservation projects to protect Cornwall’s coastal and ocean habitats.
📍 Truro 🏷️ Fixed Term Contract
🔗 Click here to apply 📄 Download job pack
📅 Deadline: 30 November 2025 ⏳
🌟 Internships & Traineeships
Apprentice Instructor – Stanley Head Outdoor Education Centre
Train as an outdoor instructor while supporting the delivery of adventure sessions for young people.
📍 Staffordshire Moorlands 🏷️ Apprenticeship
🔗 Click here to apply
📅 Deadline: 4 December 2025
Animal Keeper Apprentice – Golders Hill Park Zoo (City of London)
Gain hands-on experience caring for exotic species at this unique inner-city zoo.
📍 Northwest London 🏷️ Apprenticeship
🔗 Click here to apply 📄 Download job pack
📅 Deadline: 8 December 2025
❄️ Seasonal Roles
Seasonal Instructors – Hautbois Activity Centre
Deliver outdoor adventure sessions for young people at this well-loved activity centre.
📍 Norwich 🏷️ Seasonal
🔗 Click here to apply 📄 Download job pack
📅 Deadline: 5 January 2026
🍴 Centres, Hospitality & Operations
Head of Mountaineering – Plas y Brenin National Outdoor Centre
Lead and develop Plas y Brenin’s mountaineering programme, managing an instructional team and ensuring high-quality, safe and innovative delivery across the centre.
📍 North Wales 🏷️ Full-time
🔗 Click here to apply
📅 Deadline: Rolling
Facilities Technician – The Outward Bound Trust
Support the smooth running of residential centres by maintaining facilities and equipment.
📍 Ullswater 🏷️ Full-time
🔗 Click here to apply 📄 Download job pack
📅 Deadline: 1 December 2025
Maintenance Manager – City Bouldering
Oversee maintenance and operational standards across City Bouldering’s climbing centres.
📍 London 🏷️ Full or Part-time
🔗 Click here to apply
📅 Deadline: Rolling
Duty Manager – Rainbow Rocket Climbing Centres
Lead the day-to-day operations and customer experience within this vibrant climbing centre.
📍 Cambridgeshire 🏷️ Part-time
🔗 Click here to apply
📅 Deadline: 28 November 2025 ⏳
ICT Service Manager – Natural Resources Wales
Manage ICT service delivery and support across NRW’s organisation-wide digital systems.
📍 Flexible 🏷️ Full-time
🔗 Click here to apply
📅 Deadline: 3 December 2025
Outdoor Instructor – Mendip Activity Centre
Deliver activity sessions and support seasonal programming at this established outdoor centre.
📍 Mendip Hills 🏷️ Fixed Term Contract
🔗 Click here to apply
📅 Deadline: 18 January 2026
🏞️ Parks & Landscapes
Executive Director – National Parks England
Lead the strategic work of England’s national parks, representing their collective voice and impact.
📍 Remote 🏷️ Full-time
🔗 Click here to apply 📄 Download job pack
📅 Deadline: 8 December 2025
Assistant Operations Technician – The Broads National Park
Support practical operations across The Broads, helping maintain waterways and visitor infrastructure.
📍 The Broads National Park 🏷️ Fixed Term Contract
🔗 Click here to apply 📄 Download job pack
📅 Deadline: 8 December 2025
Gardener – Hell Bay Hotel
Maintain the grounds and landscape of this island hotel on Tresco, supporting its unique natural setting.
📍 Tresco Island 🏷️ Seasonal
🔗 Click here to apply
📅 Deadline: Rolling
Strategy Lead – Nature Recovery – South Downs National Park Authority
Develop and deliver strategy for nature recovery across the South Downs National Park.
📍 South Downs National Park 🏷️ Full-time
🔗 Click here to apply 📄 Download job pack
📅 Deadline: 14 December 2025
🐾 The trail doesn’t stop here - scroll on for more roles 👇
Member Spotlight
Meet Jane
Jane Nizi 📍Hereford
About Me
Hi, I’m Jane, a climber, hiker and trail runner. My business is called Figure Eight Creative and I work with outdoor brands by providing copy, content and comms services. I love the combination of creativity and strategy in my work, collaborating with clients to craft meaningful messaging that helps to inspire more people to get outdoors more often.
How did I get into the outdoors?
As a child, my parents would drag me out on walks and I was the queen of moaning all the way. And oh how things have changed! I really got into the outdoors when I moved to the Italian Alps to teach English after uni. I was drawn there by the skiing opportunities but ended up really getting into rock climbing, ice climbing, mountaineering and hiking. I’m now back living in the UK and spend as much time as I can outdoors (and now I’m the parent dragging my kids out on the hills as much as possible :-P)
Favourite adventure or experience?
A recent project that has been really rewarding was working closely with a client (an outdoor clothing and accessories brand) on their Impact Report. I helped to shape the structure and content of the report as well as editing the texts for readability and clarity. I loved the collaborative nature of the project and sustainability is close to my heart so it was all-round really interesting.
In the outdoors, I’m happiest when rock climbing. I did a lot when I lived in Italy and am hoping to get more trad leading experience under my belt on British rock. Saying that, one of my most memorable outdoor adventures was a 4-day trek in the Alps, staying in bivvy huts. On the second night, we watched the sunset as the clouds crept up the wild valley below our feet, under the watchful, quizzical gaze of a family of chamois - it was just magical.
One mindset or bit of kit I always take with me?
Emergency snacks. Defo want to avoid getting “hangry” when out on an adventure!
What am I looking for?
I’m looking to connect with new clients - any outdoor organisations or brands who believe in authentic human connections and looking after our planet and would like the fresh eyes of a creative and strategic writer to support their team. Plus I’m always happy to chat and connect with other outdoor creatives!
🐾 The trail doesn’t stop here - scroll on for more roles 👇
📣 Community & Support
Have a job or opportunity you want to advertise to our community?
Email us at ap@teamwildpath.com - we’re especially happy to feature freelance gigs, centre-based roles, and anything a little off the beaten path.
Need help with your CV or job applications?
If you’re applying for roles and want to stand out, we offer CV consultations and application support tailored to you.
💬Just reach out here to discuss options.
🛍️ Retail & Brands
Systems Controller – Cotswold Outdoor
Support stock systems and process improvements across Cotswold Outdoor’s distribution operations.
📍 Wiltshire 🏷️ Full-time
🔗 Click here to apply
📅 Deadline: 1 January 2026
Credit Controller – Regatta
Manage credit processes and customer accounts within Regatta’s finance team.
📍 Manchester 🏷️ Full-time
🔗 Click here to apply
📅 Deadline: 2 December 2025
Garment Technologist – Trespass
Ensure garment quality and technical standards across Trespass’s product range.
📍 Glasgow 🏷️ Full-time
🔗 Click here to apply
📅 Deadline: Rolling
Marketing Manager – Membership – Rapha
Lead membership marketing activity and engagement for Rapha’s global cycling community.
📍 London 🏷️ Full-time
🔗 Click here to apply
📅 Deadline: Rolling
Logistics Improvement Project Manager – Vivobarefoot
Drive logistics and supply chain improvement projects across Vivobarefoot’s operations.
📍 Bristol 🏷️ Full-time
🔗 Click here to apply
📅 Deadline: Rolling
📣 Engagement & Impact
EDI Strategy Lead – Walk Wheel Cycle Trust
Shape the organisation’s equity, diversity and inclusion strategy during a maternity cover period.
📍 Nationwide 🏷️ Maternity Cover
🔗 Click here to apply 📄 Download job pack
📅 Deadline: 7 December 2025
Readiness Director – Tour de France Grand Depart 2027 - British Cycling
Oversee operational readiness for the 2027 Grand Depart, coordinating planning across partners and teams.
📍 Manchester 🏷️ Fixed Term Contract
🔗 Click here to apply
📅 Deadline: 10 December 2025
Performance Coach – Paddle UK
Coach athletes in canoe slalom and kayak cross, supporting performance pathways at Lee Valley.
📍 Lee Valley 🏷️ Full-time
🔗 Click here to apply 📄 Download job pack
📅 Deadline: 11 December 2025
Senior Commercial Partnerships Manager – English Heritage
Lead commercial partnerships that grow income and brand reach for English Heritage.
📍 Flexible 🏷️ Fixed Term Contract
🔗 Click here to apply 📄 Download job pack
📅 Deadline: 30 November 2025 ⏳
Marketing & Communications Officer – National Trust for Scotland
Deliver marketing and communications activity supporting the Trust’s central services.
📍 Glasgow / Edinburgh / Helensburgh 🏷️ Fixed Term Contract
🔗 Click here to apply 📄 Download job pack
📅 Deadline: 30 November 2025 ⏳
Urban Rewilding Officer – Citizen Zoo
Deliver urban rewilding projects and support community-led nature recovery initiatives across London.
📍 London 🏷️ Fixed Term Contract
🔗 Click here to apply 📄 Download job pack
📅 Deadline: 30 November 2025 ⏳
Grants & Development Officer – Galapagos Conservation Trust
Support fundraising and grant development to protect the Galapagos Islands.
📍 London 🏷️ Full-time
🔗 Click here to apply
📅 Deadline: 3 December 2025
Marketing Manager – World Land Trust
Lead marketing strategy and campaigns supporting global nature conservation projects.
📍 Suffolk 🏷️ Full-time
🔗 Click here to apply 📄 Download job pack
📅 Deadline: Early December
CEO – Beaver Trust
Lead strategy, advocacy and organisational development at Beaver Trust.
📍 Remote 🏷️ Full-time
🔗 Click here to apply 📄 Download job pack
📅 Deadline: 10 December 2025
🙌 Voluntary & Trustee
Non-Executive Director – Blue Lighthouse CIC
Support the leadership and strategic direction of this community-impact CIC that supports Scotland’s frontline public service workers through surf therapy.
📍 Nationwide 🏷️ Volunteer
🔗 Click here to apply
📅 Deadline: Rolling
Non-Executive Director (Investment Committee) – National Trust
Advise on investment strategy and stewardship as part of the National Trust’s governance structure.
📍 Nationwide 🏷️ Volunteer
🔗 Click here to apply 📄 Download job pack
📅 Deadline: 30 November 2025 ⏳
Trustee Director, Pension Fund Board – National Trust
Provide governance oversight for the National Trust’s pension fund.
📍 Nationwide 🏷️ Volunteer
🔗 Click here to apply 📄 Download job pack
📅 Deadline: 30 November 2025 ⏳
🎲 Wildcard of the Week
Rafting Guide – Viking Rafting
Guide world-class whitewater rafting trips on Iceland’s glacial rivers as part of an experienced adventure team.
📍 Iceland 🏷️ Seasonal
🔗 Click here to apply
📅 Deadline: Rolling
That’s a wrap for this week 🌿
If you’ve applied for a role you’ve seen here - or even landed something through The Wild Path - we’d love to hear your story. Sharing these wins helps inspire the rest of the community.
Please don’t forget to vote for us in the Open Outdoor Awards, your support is what makes all this possible!
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See you next Thursday with more opportunities to take your career outdoors.