We're looking for you to join our team at Arnside and Silverdale. If you have experience in and a passion for practical conservation, volunteer management and community engagement then we'd like to hear from you. Working across a range of habitats, your love of the outdoors will inspire others who work alongside you or visit our sites.
Interview / assessment day: Monday 30th September, held at Silverdale, LA5 0RE.
Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week, mainly Monday to Friday, very occasional weekend / evenings.
Salary: £23,868 - £24,868pa depending on your experience.
Contract: Permanent
What it's like to work here
Reporting to the Area Ranger, the Ranger role in Arnside and Silverdale is very varied and no two days will be the same. Our land is made up of a scattering of countryside sites which range from Arnside Knott in the north, to Holme Park Fell in the east and extend down to Heysham Head at the south. Together, they form key elements in an incredibly diverse landscape and sit closely alongside many neighbouring conservation sites managed by other nature conservation partners and organisations.
Valuable habitats including ancient woodland, limestone pavement and species-rich limestone grassland provide the homes for an impressive range of rare and notable species. The area is extremely special to visitors due to its incredible wildlife and landscape and is enjoyed by many.
What you'll be doing
You'll work with a small team of Rangers and many extremely committed volunteers to manage some exceptional nature conservation sites. You'll help manage volunteers in all aspects of our work, including practical countryside management, ecological surveys and engagement work. You'll play a key role in enabling inspirational visitor experience by sharing your passion for the area and encourage public involvement with the conservation work that we do.
Part of the challenge of the role is to manage the many different needs of community, supporters and visitors in a balanced way that ensures their enjoyment, without overly impacting on wildlife, livestock or farmers. Your highly organised and self motivated approach will ensure you excel in this role.
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 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 use machinery and equipment, with relevant certificates
- a driver with a full UK driving licence.
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 salary
- Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
- 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