Ranger

As a Ranger, 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.

Salary: £27,612 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Hours/ working pattern: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week. For this role you will be required to work some weekends, bank holidays and evenings.

What it's like to work here:Stonehenge Landscape is the base for the National Trust's South Wiltshire Property Group. Set in the Stonehenge and Avebury World Heritage Site, Stonehenge its known for its internationally important archaeology and chalk grassland restoration work. You'll be part of a team of Rangers that cover the whole of Wiltshire Landscape portfolio. From the southern team base at Stonehenge, you'll be supporting the Area Ranger in the management of the grassland and archaeology. We have some small, but interesting woodlands which we are busy opening up to make better for wildlife, heritage and people.

What you'll be doing:You’ll be helping to protect and care for archaeology, habitats, wildlife 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 use machinery and equipment, with relevant certificates
• a driver with 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)
• Rental deposit loan scheme
• Season ticket loan
• EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria)
• 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

Requirements :Compliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK

Permanent f/t (37.5 hrs pw)