263508 (KMc) Rehabilitation Ranger

NHS Scotland; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

NHS Lothian Charity seeks a Nature Rehabilitation Ranger to join our Green Health team. The role blends practical conservation with nature-based health activities to support patients, staff and visitors across NHS sites.

Based primarily at Astley Ainslie Hospital, you will design and deliver activities that improve wellbeing and recovery, working with patients, staff, volunteers and partners to create greener healthcare spaces.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in land management or conservation.
• Experience delivering nature-based activities that engage and support people.
• Excellent communication skills and a passion for wellbeing and environment.
• Ability to work with patients, NHS staff, volunteers and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver nature-based activities that support physical health and wellbeing.
• Transform NHS greenspaces into spaces that support recovery.
• Collaborate with patients, NHS staff and volunteers on conservation projects.
• Work across NHS sites in Edinburgh region.

Skills

Land management

Conservation

Ranger services

Nature-based activities

Job description

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Contract: Fixed Term for 1 year

Base: Astley Ainslie Hospital with travel to NHS sites across Edinburgh

Are you passionate about nature, people and improving health and wellbeing?

NHS Lothian Charity is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Nature Rehabilitation Ranger to join our award-winning Green Health team. This unique role combines practical conservation, nature-based health activities and community engagement to improve the lives of patients, staff and visitors across NHS Lothian.

Working primarily at Astley Ainslie Hospital, with projects across other NHS sites, you will help transform NHS greenspaces into places that support health, wellbeing and recovery. You will work alongside patients, NHS staff, volunteers and community partners to deliver practical conservation projects, improve biodiversity and develop opportunities for people to connect with nature.

A key part of the role will be designing and delivering nature-based activities that support physical health, mental wellbeing, confidence and social connection. From therapeutic gardening and conservation activities to guided nature experiences, you will help people experience the benefits of nature as part of their recovery and wellbeing journey.

The successful candidate will have significant experience in land management, conservation or ranger services, alongside experience of delivering nature-based activities that engage and support people. You will be a practical, organised and motivated individual with excellent communication skills and a passion for improving both people's wellbeing and the natural environment.

This is a rare opportunity to work at the intersection of health, nature and sustainability, helping to create greener healthcare environments and improve outcomes for people across NHS Lothian.

Please note: As this post is part-time, the salary will be pro-rata.