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: experienced in managing land, nature conservation and access for people, including running small projects and supervising contractors used to developing and running programmes of work to achieve specific goals in conservation or access a strong team player, with a track record in leading and managing staff and volunteers practical and skilled in looking after a range of habitats and landscapes, with willingness to be trained in chainsaw use, tractor driving and towing trailers able to work safely, and take the lead on compliance – including writing risk assessments, and safety and environmental procedures happy to talk – with enthusiasm and commitment – to all kinds of people about the work you do and why it matters a driver, with a full UK licence Criteria for all other applicants: experienced in managing volunteers and/or staff experienced in relevant land and access management and awareness of working in highly designated areas willingness to be trained to use machinery including brushcutter, tractor, chainsaw, trailer driving (must have a full UK licence) knowledgeable in health and safety requirements and other compliance issues relating to the countryside and visitor activities. customer aware and someone who takes pride on delivering excellent customer service organised and self-motivated, confidently able to manage a demanding workload with competing pulls on your time confident in monitoring budgets and supervising contracts Area RangerWe’re people focused and ecologically minded. We’re committed to delivering the National Trust strategy and work, ensuring Osterley’s networks of special habitats, wildlife, and access are well maintained and improved.You’ll support your fellow rangers in undertaking engagement and conservation work.You’ll play a key role in maintaining excellent standards of presentation and property maintenance, delivering vital compliance work across the estate, and successfully achieving Conservation Performance Indicator targets. You’ll build and maintain strong professional relationships with colleagues, contractors, tenants, and neighbouring land managers.You’ll also 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, so your business ideas will play an important part in the team’s success.Please also read the full role profile attached to this advert.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 (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: 1 February 2026 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. 169600IRC169600IsleworthPermanent f/t (37.5 hrs pw)Ends: Feb 1st Important notice In line with our redeployment policy, we’ll prioritise applications from National Trust employees who are under formal notice of redundancy. As an urban greenspace historic park and house the National Trust at Osterley is at the forefront of complimenting public access with conservation. The parkland is managed by a small but dedicated team, to the highest standards for conservation, access, and wider public benefit.As Area Ranger you’ll be responsible for day-to-day delivery of our land management and operations on property.Please note the advertised salary is inclusive of the Outer London weighting Allowance, currently £3,315 per annum (pro-rated if you are part time).Osterley Park, Jersey Road, Isleworth, TW7 4RBCompliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK30,108 pa