IRC178219 – Ranger

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.

As a property, the High Peak in the Peak District is at the forefront of conservation – managing the land through a small, dedicated team, to the highest international standards for conservation, access and wider public benefits. We have a leading strategy for nature and people thriving in the High Peak, encompassing the creation of clough woodlands and restoration of wildlife rich ecosystems across large areas of moorland, all managed extensively through agri-environment agreements and farm tenancies.

As a Ranger, you’ll be part of a small flexible operational team. You’ll work integrally with volunteers and other Rangers to support our conservation work across a large area. Using seasonal work programmes, you’ll help maintain and deliver large scale moorland conservation work, contributing towards our Land and Nature targets. You’ll be responsible for elements of day-to-day estate management and maintenance, maintaining excellent standards of presentation and access infrastructure across some of the High Peaks busiest and most iconic locations.

You’ll be helping to protect and care for habitats, wildlife, 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

The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.

Benefits include:

• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary
• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
• Rental deposit loan scheme
• Season ticket loan
• EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria)
• Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria
• Flexible working whenever possible
• Employee assistance programme
• Free parking at most Trust places

Location: High Peak Estate, Edale End, Hope Valley, S33 6RF

Closing Date: 26th July 2026

The National Trust celebrates diversity and is committed to creating a fair and equal society, free from discrimination. We are committed to a safe recruitment process to help the organisation attract and appoint the right staff/volunteer for the role and responsibilities as set out in the vacancy advert.

Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early and therefore we encourage you to apply for this position early.