IRC160270 – Area Ranger

The National Trust is seeking an experienced Area Ranger for nature conservation and land management in Keswick, UK. The role involves managing a team, developing conservation projects, and collaborating with local communities and farm tenants. Candidates should have experience in land management, strong communication skills, and a full UK driving license. The position offers a substantial pension scheme and other employee benefits.
Summary

We’re looking for an experienced Ranger who’s ready for a new challenge. You’ll be working at the forefront of nature conservation and land management, managing a dedicated team in a landscape that’s important for its rural communities, agriculture, wildlife and loved by millions of visitors.

What it’s like to work here

Located in the heart of the Lake District World Heritage Site, the North and West Lakes is the largest portfolio within the National Trust comprising of 33,000 hectares spread across 6 valleys. Caring for temperate rainforest and ancient woodland, peatlands, common land and iconic mountains and lakes, you’ll play a key role in protecting this important landscape.

What you’ll be doing

Working across Borrowdale and Newlands, you’ll be managing a team of rangers, developing an effective programme of work for your team guided both by business needs and by the Trust’s strategy for restoring nature and enabling everyone to enjoy the countryside.

You’ll work with farm tenants to deliver practical conservation projects that enhance biodiversity and promote sustainable land use. You’ll assist in planning and implementing initiatives like restoring habitats, managing woodlands, and improving water quality, while supporting farmers to integrate nature-friendly practices into their operations.

This role combines hands-on work with fostering strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders and local communities.

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’re:
• experienced in managing land, nature conservation and access for people, including running small projects and manging contractors
• experienced in working with farm tenants and engaging with rural communities with excellent communication skills and an ability to engage with empathy and understanding
• a strong team player, confident in developing and running programmes of work, with a track record in leading and managing people and volunteers
• confident and skilled in completing and supervising practical land management, with relevant qualifications
• able to take the lead on compliance with a strong knowledge of safety and environmental procedures such as tree safety management, access management and ensuring visitor safety
• knowledge of Agri-environment schemes
• happy to talk – with enthusiasm and commitment – to all kinds of people about the work you do and why it matters
• full UK driving licence

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)

• 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

National Trust place

Borrowdale, Bowe Barn, Keswick, CA12 5UP

Documents

Area Ranger – Career Level B (1).pdf

Requirements

Compliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK

Additional information

Closing Date: 23rd March 2025

Interview Date: 2nd April 2025

To 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 recruitmentenquiries@nationaltrust.org.uk

If 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 adjustments@nationaltrustjobs.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.