Summary
We're looking for a skilled Ranger to join our Countryside team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in one of the most spectacular landscapes in the South East
This is a permanent, part-time role where you'll be working 3 days per week, ideally Tuesday to Thursday however, there is some flexibility in this which can be discussed at interview.
Interviews: 25 September 2024
We're also advertising a fixed term part-time Area Ranger role - IRC155087 for the Changing Chalk project, that you may also be interested in applying for.
What it's like to work here
With its rolling Downland and spectacular coastal views, the South Downs East estate includes some of the most iconic countryside sites in Sussex, from the white cliffs at Birling Gap to Europe's largest dry valley at Devil's Dyke, our sites are special places for wildlife and people. ??
We manage landscapes here, and work with our graziers, farm tenants, partners and stakeholders to ensure that we are achieving the best for wildlife and our visitors, whilst always ensuring that we protect the nature, beauty, and history of these special places for everyone, for ever
You'll be based at Saddlescombe farm, just five miles north of Brighton and report to the Area Ranger. You'll work with a small team of Rangers and many volunteers, working to restore our rare chalk grassland habitats and protect our nationally important archaeology.
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What you'll be doing
You'll be responsible for the day-to-day management of our busy Countryside sites, ensuring that we are delivering our conservation objectives, protecting our important archaeology and providing safe access for our visitors.
This will involve leading groups of volunteers and carrying out practical habitat management, rights of way maintenance, fencing and a myriad of other jobs – no week is the same here.
You'll be using chainsaws, brushcutters and other tools and machinery, whilst ensuring that you're working to the highest health and safety standards at all times.
Our sites receive many visitors, so sharing your wildlife knowledge and passion for the countryside will also be an important part of the role.
The nature of the role will require some lone working and occasional weekend working.
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 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
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