Assistant Ranger
4 weeks ago
Summary
We are recruiting an Assistant Ranger to assist in the practical delivery of our grant funded Species Recovery Project here on the Lizard in Cornwall. This role will be key to the delivery of this significant nature conservation project and will run until the project end date (31st March You will work alongside the project's existing Assistant Ranger delivering practical habitat creation and restoration activities that will aid the fortunes of some of the UK's rarest species.
What it's like to work here
The Lizard peninsula forms the southern-most point of mainland Britain and has long been renowned for its rare wildlife, unique geology and its landscape dominated by exposed heathlands and relatively wild coastal scenery. You'll be part of a Countryside based team and will work alongside other ranger and project-based staff (8 in total), as well as a large number of volunteers. You will be line managed by the Species Recovery Project Officer.
What you'll be doing
As an Assistant Ranger, you'll undertake different tasks in countryside management. This will include nature conservation tasks that will make habitats better for wildlife, site inspections, routine practical maintenance of countryside furniture, monitoring of wildlife habitats, and supporting and supervising volunteers. You'll also help deliver activities that strengthen people's connections with the outdoors.
You'll be able to work independently and plan your time effectively, as well as work alongside existing staff and volunteers. You'll be responsible for adhering to National Trust Health & Safety polices and take a role in the maintenance of the machinery you use. You'll regularly use brushcutters and chainsaws, for which training can be given if not already achieved, and there may be an opportunity to use tractor and flail depending on experience. You'll gain extensive experience in habitat management practices, including controlled burning of heathland and conservation grazing with ponies.
The nature of the role means a flexible approach is crucial, as well as optimism and a can-do attitude in the face of a repetitive physical task on a rainy day on the cliffs
You'll have a full clean driving licence.
Who we're looking for
We'd love to hear from you if you are:able to demonstrate practical experience in land, conservation and access management to level 2 or have 6 months vocational experiencewilling to work outside in all weathers and deliver tasks when the weather conditions aren't idealcomfortable working in a flexible and adaptable wayable to work alone or under direction, and as part of a teampositive with an approachable attitudehappy and willing to learn new thingsenjoy the work you do and happy to share this with others
The 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 salaryFree entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)Tax free childcare schemeRental deposit loan schemeSeason ticket loanPerks at work discounts i.e. gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discountsHoliday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteriaFlexible working whenever possibleEmployee assistance programmeFree parking at most locationsIndependent financial adviceClick here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you
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