Location: Middleton Top Wardens Cottage, Middleton Top, Matlock
Reference: JOB/25/02895
Salary details: Grade 6 £12,994.50 - £13,229.00 per annum
Job term: Part Time
Appointment type: Permanent
Hours: 18 hours 30 minutes per week
Closing Date: 02 November 2025
Overview
Countryside Ranger – Be the Heart of Derbyshire’s Wild Spaces
Do you thrive outdoors, love practical work, and want to help protect nature?
We’re looking for a passionate and proactive Countryside Ranger to join our team and help care for some of Derbyshire’s most beautiful and important countryside sites. This is a hands-on role where you’ll be out in the field - managing habitats, supporting volunteers, and helping visitors connect with nature.
You’ll work as part of a friendly and committed team, delivering conservation projects, improving biodiversity, and making sure our sites are safe, welcoming, and inspiring for everyone.
Responsibilities
* You’ll help manage Local Wildlife Sites and Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSIs)
* You’ll lead and support volunteer groups in practical conservation work
* You’ll contribute to events, education, and visitor engagement
* You’ll be part of a team that’s passionate about protecting and enhancing Derbyshire’s natural and built heritage
The post will be based at Middleton Top, Derbyshire.
What we’re looking for
* Has experience in land and facilities management
* Enjoys working with people
* Is practical, innovative, reliable, and loves working outdoors in all weathers
* Wants to make a real difference to nature and communities
Whether you’re early in your countryside career or looking for a new challenge in a role that blends nature, people, and purpose—this could be the perfect fit.
How to apply
Want to chat about the role?
Drop me an email Mark.Brailsford@derbyshire.gov.uk I’d be happy to tell you more.
Benefits
* Generous Annual Leave Scheme Pro Rata (25 days increasing to 30 days after 5 years’ service): Ensuring a healthy work-life balance.
* Local Government Pension Scheme: Providing financial security.
* Wellbeing Support Framework: Includes OH physician services, fast track physiotherapy and confidential psychological support services.
* Training and Development: Opportunities for professional qualifications and ongoing training.
* Cycle to Work Scheme: Promoting a healthy lifestyle.
* Our Derbyshire Rewards: a package of benefits and discounts.
* & much more
Provisional Interview Date: Week Commencing 10th November 2025
Apply here
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