Ranger - Arundel
4 weeks ago
Summary
We've got an exciting opportunity for a Ranger to join one of our teams on the South Downs.
As a Ranger, you're the heart and soul of the National Trust in the landscapes we protect. You're a champion of nature conservation and the great outdoors, and you'll play a crucial role in keeping the nation's beloved countryside and coast in good shape, for wildlife and for people.
This is a fixed term contract due to end when the previous employee returns from maternity leave. At this point we cannot confirm exactly how long this contract will last, but it is unlikely to be more than 12 months.
Interviews will be held on the 18th of June.
What it's like to work here
The South Downs Central ranger team are based in the historic Slindon Estate Yard, near Arundel. The team cover over 2000 hectares of beautiful woodland, heathland, downland, sand dunes, salt marsh and mixed agricultural land, split between the South Downs National Park and Chichester Harbour Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Reporting to the Area Ranger for East Head, Sullington Warren and Warren Hill, you'll be part of a team that includes a Lead Ranger, 2 Area Rangers, and 2 other Rangers.Click here for more information about this location
What you'll be doing
Your position will focus on East Head in Chichester harbour and Sullington Warren and Warren Hill near Storrington. You'll be helping to protect and care for habitats, wildlife, buildings and machinery. You'll pass on your knowledge and enthusiasm to encourage others to love this area as much as you do. Whenever and wherever you come across people, you'll take the time to talk to them and answer their questions.
You'll make sure that the conservation work and outdoor experiences on the land in your care are of the highest standard. You'll build relationships in the local community, proudly representing the Trust and talking to people about the work you and the team are doing.
You'll be working some weekends, bank holidays and evenings, and be on call on a rota basis.
Please also read the full role profile, attached to this advert.
Who we're looking for
We'd love to hear from you if you're:
practically experienced in conservation work, to protect and improve habitats and landscapeshappy to talk to all kinds of people about the work you're doing, and why it mattershard-working and willing to learnable to work safely, using risk assessments and following guidelinesexperienced in managing land, access and conservation, and working outdoorsable to use machinery and equipment, with relevant certificatesa driver with a full UK driving licenceThe package
The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.
• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary
• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
• Tax-free childcare scheme
• Rental deposit loan scheme
• Season ticket loan
• EV car lease scheme
• Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.
• Flexible working whenever possible
• Employee assistance programme
• Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
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