Salary: £22,084 - £27,829 (Band A1)

Location: Badenoch & Strathspey Area

Job Type: Fixed Term Contract; from 19 June to Sept 2023

Hours: 24 hours per week, including weekends and evening

Closing Date: 23:59pm, Tuesday 2 May 2023

Interview Date: Wednesday 17 May 2023 (held virtually)


Equalities:

CNPA is an inclusive organisation and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion and belief, pregnancy and maternity, relationship status, disability, age and social class. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities, disabled and LGBTQ+ communities, as they are under-represented in the environment sector.

We are Disability Confident committed employer, if you are an applicant with disabilities who meets the essential requirements of the post, we will interview you. In all circumstances CNPA appoints on merit-based evidence the applicant supplies in meeting the essential criteria for the post.


About Us:

The Cairngorms National Park (CNP) is the largest national park in the UK, covering 4500km2. It is also a place of sheer abundance, having more high mountain ground than anywhere else in the UK, the largest Caledonian forest, some of Scotland’s purest rivers and finest livestock rearing farmland. It is home to 25 percent of the UK’s rare and endangered species. It is a truly unique place to work, with our dedicated and passionate Visitor Services team who are committed to people and nature thriving together.

The Cairngorms National Park Authority (CNPA) was recognised as one of Scotland's top 10 flexible employers and listed in the UK’s Top 100 best not for profit companies to work for; we’re dedicated to both this fantastic landscape and our employees.

We now have an exciting opportunity for Trainee Rangers to join the CNPA and encourage people to have a safe, enjoyable and responsible visit to Cairngorms National Park.


The Role:

As a Trainee Ranger you will work with visitors & residents providing on hand communication and advice; talking with people in clear, positive, engaging, persuasive and easily understood ways to encourage responsible outdoor access, meaning you will ensure that both visitors and residents get the most value from their time in the National Park.

You will work under the direct supervision of the Cairngorms National Park Authority rangers and help with promoting responsible access opportunities, messages about responsible behaviour and the special qualities of the national park, meaning you will develop great working relationships with various groups, people and communities around the CNP.

You will work with rangers and partners to address the direct impacts of irresponsible behaviour such as campfires in woodland, informal / wild camping, irresponsible dog ownership and litter, meaning you will help keep this area a special place for all to enjoy.
You will assist the rangers to carry out inspections & audits of access routes & sites undertaking any basic maintenance, or repairs as required, meaning you will get to use your practical skills.

So, if you are keen to be a Trainee Ranger and encourage people to have a safe, enjoyable and responsible visit to Cairngorms National Park and you can display the skills and experience listed here, this is the role you’ve been waiting for.


CNPA Benefits:

• Civil service pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days with service, plus Public Holidays
• Professional development
• Flexible working
• Cycle to work scheme
• Use of pool cars


About You:

To be considered as one of our Trainee Rangers, you’ll need:
• A geographical knowledge of the “outdoors”
• An awareness of the Scottish Outdoor Access Code
• Good interpersonal skills with an ability to communicate well.
• A passion for enjoying the outdoors responsibly.
• Flexible approach to working hours as regular evening, morning and weekend working will be required.
• Physically fit and able/willing to work outside in all weather conditions
• Permission to work in the UK

Knowledge of the outdoors in the Cairngorms area/locality of work, an understanding of the Land Reform (Scotland) Act and the Scottish Outdoor Access Code, experience of working as part of a team in outdoor and countryside activities, a current UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle insured for use on road in the role (mileage reimbursed at standard Scottish Government rates) would be beneficial to your application.

Please note: the postholder will be required to have a satisfactory PVG Disclosure.


How to apply:

To apply, please click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below

Please note, we do not accept Curriculum Vitae (CV).

If you require more information, or if you require any adjustments to be made to the application process due to disability please email: [email protected]

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