Countryside Ranger

If you would like to apply for this job, please send your CV and covering letter to wakefield.hr@groundwork.org.uk

Groundwork Yorkshire Ranger team manage three country parks on behalf of the Land Trust: Fryston Country Trails, Frickley Country Park and Rabbit Ings Country Park. The rangers are responsible for keeping the sites safe for visitors, maintaining and improving habitats for the local wildlife and running events for schools and communities.

The role of Countryside Ranger will be to assist in the management and delivery of a range of activities that meet the maintenance requirements for three country parks: Fryston Country Trails, Rabbit Ings and Frickley Country Park. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who has experience working with and educating people of all ages, who loves being outdoors and has an interest in the natural environment.

Groundwork Yorkshire – Job Description

Post Title: Countryside Ranger
Salary: £25,973 p.a. (pro-rata)
Duration: Part Time, Permanent
Section: West Yorkshire Communities Team
Location: Main base: Fryston Country Trails – Castleford, Wakefield
Working across 3 sites: Fryston Country Trails, Frickley Country Park and Rabbit Ings Country Park.
Reporting To: Senior Ranger
Responsible For: Volunteers and visiting groups.

Post Hours/Holidays:

• 22.5 Hours per week.
• 25 days AL plus stat
• Flexi and TOIL system in operation

Special Conditions of Service

• The post will involve some evening and weekend work, as required, in relation to events and activities etc.
• Full driving licence required.
• Enhanced DBS check required

Objectives of the Post

• To enable Groundwork to fulfill its mission to build sustainable communities in areas of need through joint action, working with the community and partners to improve quality of life and bring about positive change to people’s lifestyles and the environment.
• To encourage the safe public use of the sites through effective community engagement and events.
• To assist in the management and delivery of a range of activities that meet the maintenance requirements for three country parks: Fryston Country Trails, Rabbit Ings and Frickley Country Park.
• To work with local schools, community groups and the public to develop and deliver innovative methods of environmental education through outdoor learning and events. To organise events on and around the sites to publicise and encourage greater community participation of the site facilities. To work in partnership with all local stakeholders (across sectors) who have an interest in the sites.