Seasonal Access Rangers (Visitor Engagement)

Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority; Skipton, York and North Yorkshire, Lewes; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in environmental conservation seeks two Seasonal Access Rangers to enhance visitor experiences in a breathtaking national park. This role involves engaging with visitors, offering guidance, and ensuring responsible exploration of the stunning Yorkshire Dales. You will work full-time during the summer months, contributing to the maintenance of public paths and enhancing the overall visitor experience. Join a team committed to diversity and inclusion, where your passion for the outdoors can shine. If you love nature and enjoy working with people, this is your chance to make a difference in a beautiful outdoor setting.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Flexible working options

Employee discounts

Free parking

Commitment to staff wellbeing

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and approachable individuals who love the outdoors.
• Excellent communication and people skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly advice at popular locations in the National Park.
• Assist with maintenance of public rights of way and Authority property.

Skills

Communication Skills

People Skills

Countryside Management

Basic Maintenance Skills

Job description

Do you love the outdoors and enjoy engaging with people? Would you like to spend your summer working in one of the UK’s most spectacular landscapes? If yes, please read on.

We’re looking for two Seasonal Access Rangers to join our Southern Ranger Team. In this rewarding role, you’ll help visitors make the most of their time in the National Park while ensuring they explore it responsibly.

About Us

We are the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority, dedicated to protecting, enhancing and promoting the breath-taking landscapes, wildlife and heritage of the Yorkshire Dales. From rolling heather moorlands to dramatic crags, waterfalls and hidden caves, the National Park offers an unforgettable outdoor experience.

The Role

As a Seasonal Access Ranger, you’ll be out and about in the National Park, engaging with visitors and local communities, offering guidance, and ensuring everyone enjoys their visit responsibly. You’ll be:

1. Providing friendly, face-to-face advice at popular locations such as Grassington and Malham;
2. Assisting with the maintenance of the public rights of way, and Authority property;
3. Enhancing the visitor experience by sharing your knowledge of the area;
4. Helping to de-escalate any visitor management issues.

You’ll be based at our Grassington Office, near Skipton, working full-time (37 hours per week) from 14 July to 7 September 2025.

What We Offer

• Rate of pay: £490 - £548 per week
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Flexible working options
• Employee discounts on a range of goods and services
• Free parking
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing

About You

We’re looking for enthusiastic, approachable, and outdoors-loving individuals with:

1. Excellent communication and people skills
2. A passion for the countryside and visitor engagement
3. Availability to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays
4. A full driving licence and access to a vehicle (with appropriate insurance) for travel across the Park
5. Basic countryside management and maintenance skills

Join Our Team!

We’re committed to diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from all backgrounds. As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria.

For an informal chat about the role, contact Kate Hilditch, Area Manager (South) on 01756 751631 or email [e-mail]

Key Dates

Application deadline: 11pm, Monday 19 May 2025

Interviews: Thursday 5 June 2025

Ready to spend your summer in the great outdoors? Apply now and be part of something amazing!

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