SummaryAs a Ranger, you’re a champion of nature conservation and the great outdoors, playing a crucial role in keeping the nation’s beloved countryside and coast in good shape for wildlife and for people.This is a hands-on practical role, carrying out a wide range of countryside management tasks such as dry stone walling, fencing, hedge-laying, gate hanging and other estate maintenance work, helping to maintain and enhance the landscape.You should be willing to work some weekends, bank holidays and evenings, and be on call.What it's like to work hereNorth and West Lakes is the largest countryside portfolio within the National Trust, located in the Lake District National Park, World Heritage site. It comprises 33,000 hectares spread across 6 valleys and includes managing heritage coastline for partners. The portfolio stretches from Borrowdale in the east across to Buttermere, the Whitehaven coast, Ennerdale and the Wild Ennerdale partnership down to Wasdale, Eskdale and The Duddon valley. Our landholding covers SSSI’s and SAC protection for Lakes, Commons, Atlantic oakwoods, lakeshores and heathlands. North and West Lakes comprises some of the most iconic and highly visited mountains - Scafell, Great Gable, Catbells and lakes – Derwentwater, Buttermere and Wast Water in the Lake District. As well as being home to the communities and tenants who work here, the area forges special memories for many of our visitors.What you'll be doingYou’ll be helping to protect and care for habitats, wildlife, buildings 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 forPractical conservation skills, with experience of managing land, habitats, access and working outdoors, including competent use of tools, machinery and equipment (with relevant certificates).Ability to carry out physical tasks to protect and improve landscapes, habitats and visitor access.Confident engaging with visitors, explaining the work you’re doing and helping them understand and enjoy the place.Strong safety awareness, able to work safely, follow risk assessments and help others stay safe.Good team player, experienced in working well with colleagues and supporting volunteers, with a willingness to learn.Organised and responsible, able to plan work, manage time and use tools and materials effectively, with an understanding of how to support the property’s long‑term care.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
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