At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage with the community and maintain access to recreational facilities in beautiful forests.
- Company: Join Forestry England, passionate about preserving and enjoying our forests.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days holiday, discounts, free parking, and career development support.
- Other info: Permanent role with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while working in stunning natural surroundings.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a passion for community engagement.
The predicted salary is between 30105 - 30105 £ per year.
We are Forestry England. We live and breathe forests.
As a Community Ranger, your primary responsibilities will include maintaining and facilitating access to recreation facilities for the community. You will engage with opportunities to generate income, answer community enquiries and strengthen community connections and communications. You will build meaningful relationships and volunteer involvement to contribute to the overall enjoyment of the visitor experience.
The West England Forest District team are custodians of 38,500 ha of the Nations Forests in the west and south‑west of England. The role will be based in the Forest of Dean and Herefordshire, working from the Forestry England Office in Coleford.
Benefits:
- 25 days holiday a year, rising by one day each year’s service, up to 30 days (pro‑rated for part‑time employees) plus additional days off such as bank holidays.
- STaRis employee benefits scheme offering discounts on everyday supermarket shopping, as well as other things such as hotel stays, clothes, mobile phones, other electrical items, medical and car insurance, holidays, gym discounts, household bills, and the Headspace wellbeing app.
- Free parking at Forestry England sites and free entry to our National Arboretums at Westonbirt and Bedgebury.
- A commitment to lifelong learning through career development. Forestry England will support your career development in a variety of ways, including continual professional development, support for individual learning plans and sponsored membership of professional bodies.
- Alongside your salary, Forestry England contributes an average of 28.97% towards your pension. You will become a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension Scheme.
Community Ranger: West Dean in Coleford employer: Forestry England
Forestry England is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging work environment for its Community Rangers. With a strong commitment to employee growth through continuous professional development and a generous benefits package including 25 days of holiday, discounts on everyday expenses, and a robust pension scheme, working in the picturesque Forest of Dean offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature while making a meaningful impact in the community.
