Bore Place Ranger

The National Lottery Heritage Fund; Chiddingstone Causeway; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A conservation organization in Chiddingstone Causeway is seeking an enthusiastic ranger to integrate nature into their initiatives. The role involves practical habitat management, volunteer supervision, and ecological surveys to enhance wildlife habitats. The ideal candidate will have experience in community engagement and knowledge of conservation laws. This position allows for hands-on contributions to ecological projects within the community. Join a team committed to inspiring connections with the natural world.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and skilled in conservation work.
• Experience in leading and supervising volunteers and community engagement activities.
• Knowledge of wildlife conservation laws and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Carry out practical habitat management and monitoring.
• Lead, supervise, and support volunteers and educational sessions.
• Conduct ecological surveys and monitor wildlife.

Job description

We're looking for an enthusiastic and skilled ranger to help put nature at the heart of everything we do. You'll combine hands‑on conservation work with community engagement, playing a vital role in improving habitats, supporting wildlife, and inspiring others to connect with the natural world.

• Carry out practical habitat management and monitoring across Bore Place in line with our habitat management plans.
• Lead, supervise, and support volunteers, work experience participants, external groups, and educational sessions in land-based activities.
• Conduct ecological surveys, monitor wildlife, and report findings.
• Ensure compliance with wildlife conservation laws and best practices.
• Support the development of our community garden and wider people-and-nature activities.
• Assist with on-site events and promotional activities.
• Work in line with all Health & Safety legislation, completing risk assessments and safety plans.
• Comply with relevant legal requirements including fire safety, food hygiene, COSHH and other statutory regulations.

As part of our People and Nature Together programme - made possible by The National Lottery Heritage Fund - we run outdoor learning, citizen science, nature events, skills training, and practical habitat restoration across the estate. We closely monitor six key indicator species (earthworms, dragonflies/damselflies, common blue butterflies, skylarks, reptiles, and dormice) to help guide our long-term nature recovery work.