Ranger

National Trust Group; SHREWSBURY; On-site; GBP 18,000 - GBP 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent conservation organization is seeking a Ranger at Attingham Park, Shrewsbury. The role involves physical conservation tasks, engaging visitors about nature, and managing the estate. Ideal candidates are experienced in conservation work, possess strong communication skills, and have a full UK driving license. This fixed-term position offers a part-time schedule with benefits such as free entry to National Trust sites and a robust pension scheme. Join to help protect our precious landscapes.

Benefits

Substantial pension scheme

Free entry to National Trust places

Season ticket loan

EV car lease scheme

Discounts including gym memberships

Holiday allowance up to 32 days

Qualifications

• Experience in conservation work to protect and improve habitats.
• Ability to communicate the importance of conservation.
• Willingness to learn and work hard.
• Competency in managing land and access safely.
• Using machinery with relevant certificates.

Responsibilities

• Protect and care for habitats and wildlife.
• Engage and educate visitors about conservation.
• Manage the Deer Park and wider estate.
• Support volunteers and community groups.
• Carry out estate maintenance tasks.

Skills

Physical task performance

Visitor engagement

Safety procedures knowledge

Collaboration

Work organization

Conservation management experience

Machinery operation

Full UK driving license

Job description

Overview

In line with our redeployment policy, we’ll prioritise applications from employees who are under formal notice of redundancy.

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.

This is a fixed-term role until 31 March 2027, working 18.75 hours per week, based at Attingham Park.

You'll work 2.5 days per week, with a working pattern of two weekdays and one in every four weekends. Weekend working is planned and shared in advance for the year. You'll be expected to work some bank holidays and evenings to help the property run smoothly at peak times.

What it’s like to work here

Attingham welcomes more than half a million visitors a year. Make no mistake, this is a busy and thriving place to be that is full of life and locally loved.

Whatever your role, you’ll play your part in helping us build relationships and make connections with our regular visitors, those new to Attingham, and those yet to visit, so we can keep Attingham a special place now, and for everyone, and for ever.

Built in 1785 and owned by the same family for five generations, today it is around 4,000 acres in size, and at its heart is a mansion, parkland, walled garden, play space, deer park and various food and beverage and retail outlets.

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.

As a ranger at Attingham, you'll be involved in practical management and maintenance of the Deer Park and wider estate, as well as supporting the property team deliver exceptional visitor experience. You'll be responsible for supporting regular volunteers, placement students, and corporate and community volunteer groups throughout the year.

Your role will cover a broad range of countryside and estate tasks, including tree and woodland management, deer herd management, grassland, orchard and hedge management, and the inspection, upkeep and repair of paths, fences, gates, bridges, benches and play areas. You'll also be responsible for the safe use, maintenance and record keeping associated with a wide range of vehicles, machinery and equipment.

Who we're looking for

Applications from redeployees are assessed against the minimum criteria for the role. In your application, please provide details of how you meet the minimum criteria below:

• ability to carry out physical tasks to protect and improve land, habitats, and access
• confidence in helping visitors understand and enjoy the place and its conservation work
• understanding of safety procedures and ability to help others stay safe
• experience in working well with colleagues and supporting volunteers
• capability to organise work and use tools, time and materials responsibly
• awareness of how to help the property run well and support its long-term future
• a driver with a full UK driving licence

Criteria for all other applicants:

• 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 package

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.

•Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary

•Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)

•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.

National Trust place

Attingham Park, Atcham, Shrewsbury, SY4 4TP

Documents

Ranger - Career Level B.pdf

Requirements

Compliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK

Additional information

Closing Date: 15th February 2026

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EqualOpportunities Statement

The National Trust celebrates diversity and is committed to creating a fair and equal society, free from discrimination. You can read more about our commitment to inclusion and diversity here .

Safeguarding Statement

The National Trust is committed to a safe recruitment processes to help the organisation attract and appoint the right staff/volunteer for the role and responsibilities as set out in the vacancy advert. We will not accept applicants who are not suitable to work with children, young people or adults at risk. If you have any questions around your suitability for this vacancy, please contact the people service centre.

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