Assistant Ranger

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

Important notice In line with our redeployment policy, we’ll prioritise applications from employees who are under formal notice of redundancy. With a love for the great outdoors, you’ll enjoy working with nature and want to inspire and motivate others. You’ll help to make habitats for wildlife better and make everyone feel welcome at our places. This is a great opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to the important work we’re doing.

As part of the Ranger team, you’ll need to think about our impact on the environment and how you can help. For this role, you’ll need to complete our online assessment instead of using a C.V. or online application form. This will help us understand more about your strengths and give you more information on the role.

Reporting to the Lead Ranger, you'll be based at The Shugborough estate. The wider Ranger team includes 1 Ranger and two assistant and farm manager and Lead Ranger. You'll be working with the team to deliver our conservation targets you will also be working with our livestock which includes Longhorn Cattle South Down sheep and Tamworth pigs.

As Assistant Ranger, you’ll undertake different task in countryside management. This will include nature conservation working to make habitats better for wildlife, site inspections, routine practical maintenance, monitoring of wildlife habitats, supporting volunteers, and helping to deliver activities that strengthen people’s connections with the outdoors. As no two days are the same, the nature of the role means a flexible approach is crucial to ensure the right level of support is given across the site.

So, whether you’re maintaining our green spaces or talking to people, you’ll inspire others to love our beautiful places as much as you do. You can view the full role profile for this role in the document attached. You don't need to have all of the knowledge, skills and experience listed in the role profile; this is just to provide a full picture of what’s possible in this role.

• able to demonstrate practical experience in land, conservation and access management to level 2 or have 6 months vocational experience
• willing to work outside in all weathers and deliver tasks when the weather conditions aren’t ideal
• comfortable working in a flexible and adaptable way
• able to work alone or under direction, and as part of a team
• positive with an approachable attitude
• happy and willing to learn new things
• enjoy the work you do and happy to share this with others

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)
• Tax free childcare scheme
• Rental deposit loan scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Perks at work discounts i.e. 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 locations
• Independent financial advice

to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.

Shugborough Estate, Milford, Stafford, ST17 0XB

Assistant Ranger - Career Level A2.pdf

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Closing Date: 1st March 2026

To apply for this vacancy simply click the 'apply' button in the top right hand side of the page. For some of our roles at some locations, you’ll need to complete our online assessment instead of using a C.V. or online application form. This will help us understand more about…