To deliver this role successfully, you'll need:to have practical experience of woodland managementto have in date/refreshed NPTC certificates including chainsaw units 201, 202, (maintenance and cross cutting, small fell). Climbing certificates NPTC CS38, Tree climbing and aerial rescueNPTC tractor, PA1/PA6 spraying, NPTC chipperto be able to communicate effectively with staff, volunteers, contractors, and visitorsto be a driver with a full UK Driving licencestrong practical outdoor experience covering the main aspects of Arboricultural and woodland work supported by appropriate qualifications to level 2 (or equivalent level of vocational experience)to be competent with machinery and equipment including routine maintenancea proven track record in health and safety and environmental complianceForesterCragside is one of the most popular visitor attractions in the Northeast, welcoming around 250,000 visitors every year. Located in stunning, rural Northumberland 15 miles from the coast, and only 30 miles from the vibrant city of Newcastle. You'll join a high performing property team, experienced in a broad range of disciplines. Everyone works closely together to look after Cragside for our visitors – both present and future to enjoy. Managing the extensive landscape requires close co-operation between the outdoor teams, especially when it comes to delivering an exceptional, seamless visitor experience across the property. At Cragside, visitors have access to the entire estate should they wish to explore it fully. Click here for more information about this location As a Forester, working within the forestry team, you'll be responsible for helping care for, and manage, the estate. This will include carrying out a wide range of tree and woodland practical maintenance activities, along with some wildlife conservation activity.A natural ambassador for the National Trust, you’ll be responsible for helping with excellent communication of our conservation and woodland management work to a wide range of audiences, both new and existing, as well as contractors. You’ll be required to be First Aid at Work qualified including forestry first aid F.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 Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you. Closing Date: 13th April 2025 Interview Date: 28th April 2025To apply for this vacancy simply click the 'apply' button in the top right hand side of the page.If you need any help with your application, i.e. due to technical difficulties, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at recruitmentenquiriesnationaltrust.org.ukIf you require an adjustment to the application process, for example due to disability or medical condition, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at adjustmentsnationaltrustjobs.org.uk and we'll support you as best as we can. For examples of how, please see our supporting you page.Equal Opportunities Statement The National Trust celebrates diversity and is committed to creating a fair and equal society, free from discrimination. You can read more about our commitment to inclusion and diversity here. Safeguarding Statement The National Trust is committed to a safe recruitment processes to help the organisation attract and appoint the right staff/volunteer for the role and responsibilities as set out in the vacancy advert. We will not accept applicants who are not suitable to work with children, young people or adults at risk. If you have any questions around your suitability for this vacancy, please contact the people service centre. Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early and therefore we encourage you to apply for this position early. 162577IRC162577MorpethPermanent f/t (1950 hrs py)Ends: Apr 13th 210.9 mi from Hanbury Hall, Droitwich WR9 7EA, UKYours will be a key, hands-on role in helping to maintain excellent standards of presentation, woodland and tree safety management, and conservation in order to deliver a visitor experience worthy of one of the north east’s major visitor attractions. The estate is a grade 1 registered landscape, and the emphasis is, therefore, on Arboricultural principles and practices, rather than commercial forestry.We will provide the appropriate training, so you are, in time, competent in the following: tree safety inspections, med fell, assisted fell, and windblown timber CS39/204 using a chainsaw from a rope and harness, forestry machine operator units FMO 208, 209 (base unit and line skidder).The working pattern is Sunday to Thursday, including Bank Holidays.Internally you'll be known as a Forester - Commercial Forestry Ops.Cragside, Rothbury, Morpeth, NE65 7PXCompliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK26,793 pa