Ranger

National Trust; Botallack; On-site; GBP 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading conservation organization is seeking a Ranger in Botallack, England. You will play a crucial role in habitat protection and community engagement. Responsibilities include caring for wildlife and archaeological sites while educating the public about conservation efforts. Ideal candidates will have experience in conservation work, excellent communication skills, and a full UK driving license. This position is part-time with a fixed-term contract.

Qualifications

• Practically experienced in conservation work to protect habitats.
• Able to communicate effectively with the public.
• Hard-working and willing to learn.
• Experienced in managing land and conservation outdoors.
• Holds relevant certificates for machinery operation.

Responsibilities

• Protect and care for habitats, wildlife, and archaeology.
• Engage with the public to explain conservation efforts.
• Ensure conservation work meets high standards.
• Build relationships within the local community.

Skills

Experience in conservation work

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Land management experience

Ability to use machinery

Full UK driving license

Job description

Location: Botallack, St Just, TR19 7QQ
Contract Type: Fixed Term p/t (33.75 hrs per week for 9 months)
Reference/IRC: IRC169726
Closing Date: 25th January 2026
Salary: £24,113.70 pro rata (FTE £26,793 per annum)

As a Ranger, you’re a champion of nature conservation and the great outdoors, and you’ll play a crucial role in keeping the nation’s beloved countryside and coast in good shape, for wildlife and for people.

You should be willing to work some weekends, bank holidays and evenings, and be on call.

What it's like to work here

West Cornwall is a portfolio of diverse properties in the far west of the county. From industrial mining sites to formal gardens, ancient estates to beautiful beaches and soaring granite cliffs it has a strong, individual identity. On the moors of West Penwith the signs of history are everywhere in an archaeologically rich landscape. Farming is important and we work with tenant farmers as our partners. We also care for a significant residential let estate and look after landscapes loved by many. We’re a busy and creative team and we work hard for places we care about. Whether it’s conservation work to our properties, or engaging people with special places, we’re proud to make a difference.

The countryside team is based close to the Count House at Botallack (near St Just), set in an impressive landscape of engine houses and other historic mining structures, against a stunning backdrop of cliffs and sea.

What you'll be doing

You’ll be helping to protect and care for habitats, wildlife, access, archaeology, buildings and machinery. You’ll pass on your knowledge and enthusiasm to encourage others to love this area as much as you do. Whenever and wherever you come across people, you’ll take the time to talk to them and answer their questions, rather than rushing away to the next task. You’ll make sure that the conservation work and outdoor experiences on the land in your care are of the highest standard. You’ll build relationships in the local community, proudly representing the Trust and letting people know about the work you and the team are doing.

Who we're looking for

• practically experienced in conservation work, to protect and improve habitats and landscapes
• happy to talk to all kinds of people about the work you’re doing, and why it matters
• hard-working and willing to learn
• able to work safely, using risk assessments and following guidelines
• experienced in managing land, access and conservation, and working outdoors
• able to use machinery and equipment, with relevant certificates
• a driver with a full UK driving licence

Apply: IRC169726 - Ranger