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SalaryPlease note accommodation is not provided with this role so please consider where you'll live before applying if you do not live locally already.
Rangers have been a part of the National Trust since the beginning, our place in the organisations future means that we need to think long term about how we look after our special places. As part of the wider Ranger team, we need you to think about our impact on the environment, and find better ways to do things.
The Farne Islands National Nature Reserve is an amazing group of Islands, located off the stunning Northumberland Coast. As one of the UK’s most important breeding sites for seabirds, they are inundated with nesting birds during the summer months. Species which breed on the islands include Atlantic Puffin, Common Guillemot, Razorbill, Black-legged Kittiwake, Northern Fulmar, European Shag and Common Eider. The Islands also have one of the largest Atlantic Grey seal colonies in the UK and every winter the islands are abundant with endearing white seal pups which are born from October to January. There is a wealth of history linking the Farne Islands with early Christianity, with Inner Farne designated a Scheduled Monument, and historic buildings including St Cuthbert’s Chapel which dates back to the 14th century. Attracting thousands of visitors, the Islands are an inspiring National Nature Reserve and a valued Northumberland treasure. Before you apply please read this article which explains the journey we have been on in recent years on the Farne Islands.
Contracts: We have 6 opportunities available:
4 x 4th March to 31st August 2024
2 x 4th March to 15th December 2024
Salary: £21,021pa
Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week. You'll spend 5 days working on the island and two days off on the mainland (see attached document for more information about the shift patterns you'll work).Interviews: in person week commencing the 29th of January
We are developing our Ranger team on the Farne Islands and have other opportunities currently available:
Ranger: job reference IRC145979 Boat Operator / Ranger: job reference IRC145984
If you would like to be considered for other roles, please do apply. What it's like to work here
The Farne Islands are a fascinating and unique place to work, where no two days are the same. You'll spend a lot of time working in amongst the birds of the island and learn all about monitoring the different species. As part of a close-knit team of assistant rangers and rangers, you'll get stuck into every challenge, contributing, and supporting a strong team effort. When open to the public you will split your day between monitoring, habitat management and visitor engagement. Depending on avian flu and building works you may occasionally stay on the island with your colleagues and will be truly immersed in island life.
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What you'll be doing
As an Assistant Ranger your role in visitor engagement is key, sharing your enthusiasm and pride for its important bird populations as well as it’s significant historical value. You'll manage your own monitoring plots and create habitat for the nesting species such as Eiders and Arctic Terns. You'll take part in group cliff counts and nest counts which contribute to the islands overall census. As part of a team you'll maintain the islands, cutting back vegetation and scrubbing jetties, it is likely you will also be asked to help support the team with avian flu. You'll promote the work that we do and connect people to our cause, sharing your knowledge and passion to emphasise the importance of protecting the Farne Islands for the future.
Due to location, we would encourage you to consider how you would travel in the area prior to applying, public transport is not always reliable and having your own means of transport and a driving license would be encouraged.
Who we're looking for We’d love to hear from you if you are:- 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.
- 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
