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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.Â
Hours: 975 hours per year. This role is based on annualised hours, where the amount of hours you work each month may vary, however your salary will be paid in 12 equal instalments over the year.
Average shift pattern will be 7.5 hour days, 2 days one week and 3 the next. Working days are flexible but will usually be during the working week, Monday to Friday. There is some weekend cover required so some weekends and bank holidays will need to be worked.
Duration: Permanent
Salary: £11.64 an hour
Interview date: Thursday 31st October 2024
For this role, you’ll need to complete our online assessment instead of using a C.V. 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 herePopular Felbrigg Portfolio comprises two of the most elegant country houses in East Anglia; Felbrigg Hall and Sheringham Park and their estates. There are also countryside areas at West Runton. The rolling landscaped parks with a lake, woods, heathland and coast are great for family days out. There is a wide diversity of work across the portfolio but woods and wetlands provide a particular focus. Roles within Felbrigg Portfolio’s team are highly sought after, and the team pride themselves on their conservation successes.Â
The team comprises of a Countryside Manager, Area Ranger, who line manages this post, 3 Rangers, a gardener and 2 other Assistant Rangers. Training will be provided where necessary to develop the successful candidate so they can perform to the top of their potential.
What you'll be doing As Assistant Ranger, you’ll undertake different task 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.Â
You can view the full role profile for this role in the document attached. You don't need to have all of the knowledge, skills and experience listed in the role profile; this is just to provide a full picture of what’s possible in this role.
Who we're looking for We’d love to hear from you if you are:- 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 othersÂ
- 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
- Free parking at most locations
- Independent financial advice
