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Community Engagement Ranger- Bird Aware Solent

[fulltime] - Southampton

Posted: 31/01/2026

Job Details: Job Reference: HCC623207Salary Range: £27,780 - £30,564 p... Read More

Job Details: Job Reference: HCC623207
Salary Range: £27,780 - £30,564 per annum
Work Location: River Hamble Country Park, Southampton
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 1 March 2026
Interview Date: 12 & 13 March 2026 Do you care about wildlife and have a talent for clear, impactful communication? The Role: Bird Aware Solent is looking for a Ranger to join its friendly and passionate team. Our rangers raise awareness of the importance of coastal birds within the Solent’s three Special Protection Areas (SPAs) and encourage responsible recreation on the coast. The focus of this role will be providing a positive and engaging presence on the coast, speaking with visitors of all ages and backgrounds to encourage responsible behaviour through supportive, face to face engagement.What you’ll do: You will help deliver public events such as guided walks, talks and family friendly activities.
In addition to your engagement work, you will have responsibility for coordinating and developing signage across Solent sites. You will work closely with partners, land managers and stakeholders to design and deliver consistent, behaviour change led messaging that supports the protection of coastal birds. What we’re looking for: Applicants must have excellent communication skills, enjoy engaging with the public, and have strong attention to detail when developing signage.
A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle for work purposes are essential.
If you’re passionate about coastal wildlife and enthused by helping people connect with nature, we’d love to hear from you. Please explain how you meet the requirements included in the Candidate Pack in the application form where requested. Do not attach a covering letter as they will not be considered. Shortlisting will be based on the information provided in the job application form only.Why join us? We offer a flexible, motivating and inclusive workplace. We have created an environment that you can look forward to being a part of, where you are empowered to be your best and a workplace built on teamwork where people can grow and develop in their roles. Our benefits package includes details of the holiday entitlement, pension scheme, flexi-time scheme, family friendly policies and interest free travel loans and discounts. Additional Information: Community Engagement Ranger- Bird Aware Solent Candidate PackContact Details for an Informal Discussion: Toni Harris, Senior Ranger on antonia.harris@hants.gov.uk or 078603 58069 Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.
We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible. Read Less

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