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 For all other applicants, we’d love to hear from you if you’re: 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 RangerOur days are rich with activity and purpose. Our ranger team at Mottisfont Abbey is dedicated to caring for these special places and ensuring they’re always at their best for the nation. We take great pride in the character and beauty of the landscapes we look after, and in what they mean to the people who visit and live nearby. Protecting those qualities is at the heart of everything we do. We’re fortunate to care for 6,000 acres of Hampshire countryside, home to an extraordinary range of internationally important habitats. From butterfly‑rich chalk downland and world‑famous chalk streams to ancient woodland, saltmarsh estuary, heathland, wood pasture and rare mire systems, each landscape needs thoughtful, hands‑on management to help it thrive. Alongside this, we work hard to balance conservation with welcoming visitors, ensuring everyone can enjoy these places while safeguarding them for the future.You’ll play an important part in our day‑to‑day care of the outdoors, helping us keep people safe and our landscapes well looked after. Much of your work will focus on tree safety, outdoor furniture and practical maintenance, alongside hands‑on habitat management. A good understanding of machinery and tools; how to use them, look after them and carry out basic repairs, will really help you thrive in the role. There’s plenty of variety, too. You might find yourself supporting species surveys, planting young trees, helping with river restoration or taking part in PAWS felling projects. You’ll enjoy being part of a supportive team, working alongside Rangers and volunteers, while also feeling confident tackling some tasks independentlyThe 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)• Rental deposit loan scheme• 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.• Flexible working whenever possible• Employee assistance programme• Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you. Closing Date: 8 March 2026Important notice In line with our redeployment policy, we’ll prioritise applications from National Trust employees who are under formal notice of redundancy. To apply for this vacancy simply click the 'apply' button in the top right hand side of the page.If you need any help with your application, i.e. due to technical difficulties, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at recruitmentenquiries@nationaltrust.org.ukIf you require an adjustment to the application process, for example due to disability or medical condition, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at adjustments@nationaltrustjobs.org.uk and we'll support you as best as we can. For examples of how, please see our supporting you page.Equal Opportunities 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. 171649IRC171649Nr RomseyPermanent p/t (18.75 hrs pw)Ends: Mar 8th 93.3 mi from MaidstoneThis part‑time role is ideal for someone who feels most at home outdoors, who cares deeply about the natural world, and who wants to play a meaningful part in looking after the habitats and wildlife in our care. As a ranger, you’ll be a vital presence in the landscapes we protect. You’ll help champion nature, bringing energy and practical skill to the day‑to‑day work that keeps these special places thriving. Whether you’re using machinery, working with hand tools, welcoming volunteers, or teaming up with colleagues, your efforts will help ensure our countryside flourishes for everyone, for ever. We’re open to flexible working and happy to explore a pattern that supports both you and the needs of the role.Mottisfont Abbey, Mottisfont, Nr Romsey, SO51 0LPCompliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK13.74 per hour