Countryside Ranger

Bracknell Forest Council; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Bracknell Forest Council is looking for a passionate individual to join their Ranger team. This role focuses on the conservation and management of green spaces, promoting community involvement and providing outdoor recreational opportunities. The ideal candidate should have practical skills and experience in conservation, along with a commitment to enhancing the natural environment for both the community and wildlife.

Benefits

25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 after 3 years

Opportunity to buy/sell annual leave

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Career development opportunities

Discounted leisure centre and gym membership

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and committed to improving outdoor spaces.
• Hands-on experience in conservation and green space management.
• Able to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage countryside sites for biodiversity and recreation.
• Support community involvement and promote local initiatives.
• Develop and implement site management plans.

Skills

Practical skills in conservation

Experience in green space management

Community involvement

Job description

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An opportunity has arisen to join our Ranger team. This is a superb opportunity for an individual with enthusiasm, practical skills and experience in conservation and green space management to join the team responsible for co-ordinating and implementing the management and maintenance of countryside sites, rights of way and nature reserves.

About you…

You are passionate about the natural environment and bring hands-on experience in conservation and green space management. Whether working independently or as part of a team, you are committed to making outdoor spaces better for both people and wildlife.

You are also someone who values community involvement and understands its importance in the success of long-term environmental projects.

About the team…

Bracknell Forest Council’s Parks & Countryside Service manages over 300 hectares of diverse green spaces, from wildflower meadows and ancient woodlands to children’s play areas and sports pitches.

We are a dedicated team focused on maintaining and improving these spaces to benefit both nature and the community. Our commitment to high-quality green infrastructure is reflected in the restoration of two of our historic parks, made possible by funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund and Big Lottery Fund.

At the heart of our work is a belief in the power of community engagement and sustainable land management.

• Manage sites within the Borough for the benefit of people and wildlife
• Support the production of SANG improvement plans / quality improvement plans and delivery of associated site works
• Develop, implement and review management plans and work programmes; ensuring sites are well maintained in accordance with good practice for recreation, landscape and biodiversity
• Provide opportunities for community involvement, including promoting and supervising participation by residents, volunteers and local groups. Ensure close links to ’Take Pride’ and other relevant local and national volunteering initiatives
• Encourage and support outdoor recreation and countryside access. Provide information and organise events to increase participation, enjoyment and understanding

The post includes working weekends, bank holidays and evening work in accordance with the requirements of the service.

• 25 days* annual leave increasing to 28 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.
• The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).
• An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.
• Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.
• Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)
• Career development through internal and external training opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.
• Sports and Social Club.
• Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.

Our values

At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.

Reasonable adjustments

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting [emailprotected] . We will work with you to support you throughout the process.

Interview date

Interviews will be held on Thursday 31 st of July

Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.

We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.

Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.