Ranger

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.

You'll be required willing to work some weekends, bank holidays and evenings, and be on call.

What it's like to work here:Working as part of a team of six Rangers, you'll be involved in looking after the in-hand Portland flock, Red and Fallow deer herds. Reporting to the Area Ranger, you'll help shape future land management decisions to work towards the Calke 50-year vision, creating a wood pasture landscape.

Sitting within the National Forest, you'll have the opportunity to be part of landscape scale change. Your day to day will include looking after the large number of veteran trees, ecological monitoring, meadow management and visitor infrastructure, which includes a historic tramway cycle trail, footpaths, benches, boundaries and entrance ways.

The 1,000+ hectare Calke estate contains a wide variety of important habitats, including broadleaf woodlands, species-rich hay meadows, wetlands and lake systems, limestone grasslands, and some of the finest wood pasture to be found anywhere, which has earned the park SSSI and National Nature Reserve status. The extensive collection of ancient and veteran trees, beautiful vistas, and huge amount of wildlife make Calke an inspiring place to be a Ranger. Our work balances managing the site for wildlife with ensuring our visitors can access and appreciate nature.

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What you'll be doing: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, rather than rushing away to the next task.

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 letting people know about the work you and the team are doing.

**Please also read the full role profile, attached to this advert.**

Who we're looking forWe’d love to hear from you if you’re:

- practically experienced in conservation work, to protect and improve habitats and landscapes
- happy to talk to all kinds of people about the work you’re doing, and why it matters
- hard-working and willing to learn
- able to work safely, using risk assessments and following guidelines
- experienced in managing land, access and conservation, and working outdoors
- able to work with livestock to help care for our rare breed sheep and deer herd
- able to use machinery and equipment, with relevant certificates including a full UK driving licence

The packageThe 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
- Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
- Flexible working whenever possible
- Employee assistance programme
- Free parking at most Trust places
- Independent financial advice

Requirements :Compliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK
Permanent f/t (37.5 hrs pw)