As the evening ranger, you will be the eyes and ears of Lyme up until the estate closes at 8pm. You will have fantastic people skills and be able to work independently to deliver a variety of maintenance and security tasks. Lone working is a crucial part of this role, so your ability to work efficiently and manage your own workload is essential. A full clean driving license is also required.
What you'll be doing
As Assistant Ranger, you'll undertake different tasks in countryside management. This will include nature conservation, working to make habitats better for wildlife, site inspections, routine practical maintenance, monitoring of wildlife habitats, supporting volunteers, and helping to deliver activities that strengthen people's connections with the outdoors. As no two days are the same, the nature of the role means a flexible approach is crucial to ensure the right level of support is given across the site. So, whether you're maintaining our green spaces or talking to people, you'll inspire others to love our beautiful places as much as you do.
Minimum Requirements
* Full driving license
* Able to demonstrate practical experience in land, conservation, and access management to level 2 or have 6 months vocational experience
* Willing to work outside in all weathers and deliver tasks when the weather conditions aren't ideal
* Comfortable working in a flexible and adaptable way
* Able to work alone or under direction, and as part of a team
* Positive with an approachable attitude
* Happy and willing to learn new things
* Enjoy the work you do and happy to share this with others
£11.64 per hour
Contract Summary
With a love for the great outdoors, you'll enjoy working with nature and want to inspire and motivate others. You'll help to make habitats for wildlife better and make everyone feel welcome at our places. This is a great opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to the important work we're doing. As part of the Ranger team, you'll need to think about our impact on the environment and how you can help. For this role, you'll need to complete our online assessment instead of using a CV or online application form. This will help us understand more about your strengths and give you more information on the role.
What it's like to work here
This role is based at Lyme Park, 9 hours a week. Working hours are 16:00-20:30 Saturday and Sunday. Fixed Term from 5th April 2025 till 26th October 2025. Interviews week commencing 3rd March 2025.
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)
* Tax-free childcare scheme
* Rental deposit loan scheme
* Season ticket loan
* Perks at work discounts i.e. 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
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