Park Ranger

inploi; Cockenzie and Port Seton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leisure company is looking for a Park Ranger in Cockenzie and Port Seton to inspire guests to appreciate the outdoors. This role involves leading various activities and educating about conservation. Applicants should have a passion for nature, health and safety knowledge, and experience with young children. The position offers flexibility in hours and requires an Enhanced DBS check prior to employment.

Qualifications

• A love for the great outdoors and ability to inspire others.
• Knowledge of basic health and safety.
• Experience working with families and groups.

Responsibilities

• Lead activities such as bushcraft and creative sessions.
• Encourage exploration and appreciation of nature.
• Protect and manage habitats for wildlife.
• Educate guests on environmental conservation.
• Ensure safety in nature activity areas.

Skills

Passion for the great outdoors

Basic Health and Safety knowledge

Experience working with young children

Job description

Position: Park Ranger

Type: Full-Time / Part-Time / Seasonal

Pay Rates: Up to£12.21 per hour depending on age

Join our One Great Team here at Haven as a Park Ranger, where you'll inspire Guests to connect with nature and enjoy the great outdoors. If you’re passionate about nature, conservation, and delivering unforgettable outdoor experiences, this is the role for you!

Key Responsibilities

• Lead exciting activities such as bushcraft, den building, bat walks, and creative sessions like nest box making and pebble art.
• Encourage Guests to explore the park while fostering a deeper appreciation for the natural environment.
• Protect and preserve the countryside by managing habitats to support wildlife.
• Educate Guests on environmental conservation through engaging and informative experiences.
• Ensure a safe and secure environment within the park’s Nature activity areas.

Requirements

You may already be a Park Ranger or Activities Leader which is great, or maybe you have experience as a Cubs, Scouts or Guides Leader! All we are looking for is…

• A love for the great outdoors, a passion for working with nature and the ability to inspire and motivate others with outdoor learning.
• Basic Health and Safety knowledge
• Experience of working with young children (of all ages) and families / Groups of people
• This opportunity requires the new candidate to undergo, and satisfactorily complete, an Enhanced DBS check prior to starting work.