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 accessconfidence in helping visitors understand and enjoy the place and its conservation workunderstanding of safety procedures and ability to help others stay safeexperience in working well with colleagues and supporting volunteerscapability to organise work and use tools, time and materials responsiblyawareness of how to help the property run well and support its long-term future Additional criteria for all other applicants:practically experienced in conservation work, to protect and improve habitats and landscapesexperienced in managing land, access and conservation, and working outdoorsable to use machinery and equipment, with relevant certificatesa driver with a full UK driving licence RangerWe're looking for someone to join the small team at Orford Ness, as one of our Rangers. Reporting to the Lead Ranger, you'll be delivering Conservation work while prioritising the LBBG project that has been taking place on this unique place on the Suffolk Coast for the last four years. You'll work as part of the property Duty Management team, including weekend and Bank Holiday working on a rota basis. You'll be responsible on the day for the smooth running of the property during opening hours, acting as the main contact point for staff, volunteers, and customers in case of emergency, enquiry or complaint.As a part of the S&E Coast portfolio Ranger team you will be delivering a program of practical work and visitor management, surveying & monitoring of species, and working alongside our teams of volunteers. Responsible for day to day practical and technical management of a countryside property, including equipment maintenance, habitat management, ecological monitoring, visitor experience and site presentation. As part of a small Ranger team supporting our Strategic “Restoring Nature” focus, you'll be adaptable and willing to step in to help across the property as well as the wider portfolio. You’ll build and maintain strong professional relationships with colleagues, Volunteers, contractors and partners. You’ll be responsible for helping with excellent communication of our conservation work to a wide range of audiences, both new and existing, through events, guided walks and engagement with local communities. You'll work as part of the property Duty Management team, including weekend and Bank Holiday working on a rota basis. Due to the location of Orford Ness you will also need to be comfortable working on/near water and be happy to train towards RYA Powerboat 2 qualifications (if not already held).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)• Rental deposit loan scheme• Season ticket loan• EV car lease scheme • 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: 30th November 2025 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. 167774IRC167774WoodbridgePermanent f/t (37.5 hrs pw)Ends: Nov 30th Important noticeIn line with our redeployment policy, we’ll prioritise applications from employees who are under formal notice of redundancy.As a Ranger, you’re a champion of nature conservation and the great outdoors, and you’ll play a crucial role in keeping the nation’s beloved countryside and coast in good shape, for wildlife and for people.You should be willing to work some weekends, bank holidays and evenings, and be on call.Orford Ness, Orford Quay, Woodbridge, IP12 2NUCompliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK26,793 pa