Exmoor Pioneers Assistant Engagement Ranger - Exmoor National Park
- Somerset
- Part Time
- £28,598 - £32,061 per annum (pro rata)
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Location: Dulverton, Somerset
About Us
Exmoor National Park is a unique and beautiful part of the country. Our vision is that Exmoor remains a beautiful landscape, leading the response to climate change and nature recovery, a welcoming place for all, as well as a great place to live, work and do business.
The Exmoor Pioneers programme seeks to connect people to the natural and cultural heritage of the former Royal Forest in the heart of Exmoor, support nature recovery, protect heritage at risk, and develop the skills needed to support this landscape in the future.
We are now looking for an Exmoor Pioneers Assistant Engagement Ranger to join us on a part-time basis, working 22.2 hours (3 days) per week, for a fixed-term contract until the end of January 2029. The preferred days of work are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, but alternatives could be considered, which would be agreed with the manager. Some weekend working would also be required.
The Benefits
- Salary of £28,598 - £32,061 per annum (pro rata)
- Generous annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Paid sickness, parental and compassionate leave, plus time off for dependants
- Time off to attend medical appointments
- Access to trained Mental Health First Aiders and a 24/7 confidential helpline
This is a rewarding opportunity for a youth work, teaching, health, countryside or recreation professional with experience working with young people and underrepresented groups to join our inspiring organisation.
You’ll have the chance to deliver meaningful activities and events that help people build confidence, improve wellbeing and develop a stronger connection to Exmoor, leaving a lasting impact on both individuals and the landscape itself.
What’s more, this part-time role offers the opportunity to do purposeful work while maintaining a healthy life balance that incorporates other commitments and interests.
So, if you’re ready to help people connect with this unique landscape and play your part in its future, read on and apply today.
The Role
As an Exmoor Pioneers Assistant Engagement Ranger, you will help deliver the inspiring and inclusive Exmoor Pioneers programme that connects people with the landscape, nature and heritage of Exmoor’s former Royal Forest.
Designing and delivering engagement activities and events, you will create opportunities for people to experience and understand Exmoor’s special qualities.
Working closely with the Pioneers team, you will support learning, wellbeing and participation by enabling a wide range of audiences, particularly those facing barriers, to access and enjoy the National Park.
Additionally, you will:
- Develop partnerships with organisations that support engagement and activities
- Support residential and day visits for young people to the National Park
- Assist in delivering volunteering opportunities
- Monitor and evaluate engagement activities and outcomes
- Ensure health and safety measures and risk assessments are in place for activities and events
About You
To be considered as an Exmoor Pioneers Assistant Engagement Ranger, you will need:
- Experience in youth work, teaching, health and wellbeing, countryside access, recreation, or countryside management
- Experience working with a range of young people, ideally in a countryside/outdoor setting
- Experience working with/managing volunteers
- Experience working with underrepresented groups
- Knowledge and experience of health and safety, and carrying out risk assessments
- Practical conservation skills
- A qualification at NCQ Level 3 (2 A levels or equivalent BTEC or SVQ)
This post requires a Disclosure and Barring Check as you will regularly work with children, young adults and vulnerable people.
Other organisations may call this role Assistant Ranger, Engagement Ranger, Countryside Ranger Assistant, Community Engagement Ranger, Park Ranger Assistant, Visitor Engagement Ranger, Countryside Engagement Officer, Outdoor Learning Ranger, or Visitor Experience Ranger.
Webrecruit and Exmoor National Park Authority are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.
So, if you’re looking for a meaningful role in a truly remarkable setting as an Exmoor Pioneers Assistant Engagement Ranger, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
The closing date for this role is 7th April 2026.
Job Details
- OrganisationOther Organisations
- Work LocationSomerset
- Work Postcode
- Reference
ELEDK0704/SM
- Occupational GroupEnvironment, Conservation & Waste
- Salary Details
£28,598 - £32,061 per annum (pro rata)
- Job TermFixed
- Appointment TypePart Time
- Hours
22.2 hours per week (3 days per week)
- Closing Date
06/04/2026
- DBS Check Required
No