New Forest National Park Ranger

New Forest National Park Authority; New Forest; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A parks authority in the UK is seeking an experienced ranger to engage with visitors and promote the heritage of the National Park. The role includes providing face-to-face interactions, running activities, and working closely with local communities. Candidates should have a strong interest in nature and excellent communication skills. Full-time and part-time options are available, and the salary ranges from £30,184 to £33,901 per annum.

Qualifications

• Interest in natural and cultural heritage of the National Park.
• Ability to explain countryside issues clearly.
• Experience working with the public.

Responsibilities

• Provide face-to-face interactions to engage park users.
• Promote the New Forest Code through talks and guided walks.
• Conduct visitor surveys and attend community events.

Skills

Public engagement

Communication skills

Stakeholder liaison

Job description

Overview

£30,184 - £33,901 per annum

New Forest, Hampshire

Up to 37 hours per week

About the role

We are looking for an experienced individual to join our team of rangers, which provides the New Forest National Park Authority with a first point of contact throughout the National Park and its surrounding communities.

If you have the right qualification or experience, we want to hear from you!

Being practised at working with members of the public, you will provide face-to-face interactions, helping them to enjoy and understand what makes the National Park special and encourage a sense of care and responsibility whilst avoiding negative impacts.

You will use our mobile information unit to engage with Forest users and promote the New Forest Code, give talks and guided walks, run seasonal activities, and attend local community events. There will be resources to prepare, local businesses which need our literature, visitor surveys to do and potential for some more practical projects.

We are looking for a skilled individual who can liaise effectively with different stakeholders, including members of the public, partner organisations, and local communities.

Requirements

You will probably have a real interest in the natural and cultural heritage of the National Park, and your knack for clearly explaining countryside issues will help you confidently communicate your knowledge and passion to a wide range of people. This externally funded role requires a valid driving licence, is subject to a DBS check, and involves working some weekends and bank holidays. Based at our office in Lymington, but significant time will be spent within and just outside the boundary of the National Park, especially in the southern and eastern areas.

This role is full-time at 37 hours per week, but part-time hours will be considered. The starting salary is £30,184, with incremental progression up to £33,901 per annum. The quoted salary range is based on full-time hours.

How to apply

For full details and to apply, please go to www.newforestnpa.gov.uk/jobs and complete an application form. CVs are not accepted.

Closing date: 2pm on Monday 29 September 2025

Interviews: Wednesday 15 October 2025

Contact

For queries, please email [e-mail] or call 01590 646649 during normal office hours.

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