Job Description
£27,254 - £29,064 per annum
Full Time
Permanent
Cromer
About The Role
We are looking for an Assistant Countryside Ranger to join our small team who ensure the implementation of practical work at the Council’s woodlands and informal open spaces across North Norfolk, maintaining them as high quality, welcoming and accessible public spaces. The team are responsible for the day-to-day management of these sites for community recreation, nature conservation and forestry.
We are seeking individuals who can contribute to all areas of the service, including, but not limited to:
- practical woodland and conservation management
- providing guidance and assistance to visitors
- looking after volunteers
- helping to deliver school, group, and family events
About You
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, self-motivated, resourceful, adaptable to change, and able to work in a fast paced and often reactive environment.
You will hold a minimum level 2 NPTC chainsaw qualification and have a good standard of general education. You will have previous experience of working in a customer focussed environment as well as knowledge of conservation, biodiversity and woodland management.
You will have excellent communication and organisational skills, as well as being proficient in the use of IT. Problem solving, promotion & marketing skills, and the ability to carry out physical work are all requirements of the successful applicant.
Previous experience working with children and volunteers is desirable but not essential.
A flexible approach to working hours and access to transport is essential.
Closing Date
11.59pm on 3rd July 2026
[We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a sufficient number of suitable applicants.]
Interviews
Week commencing 13th July 2026
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About Us
North Norfolk is a fantastic place to live, work and visit. It covers 360 sq miles of coastal and rural environment, with over 100,000 people living in 120 distinct communities. Our district is one of England's top holiday destinations and a place where people positively choose to live.
We're committed to promoting equality of opportunity for the people and communities of North Norfolk. We respect and value differences in our district and across our workforce, and we want everyone to feel included and able to play their part in making North Norfolk a great place to live, learn, work and visit. Our coast and environment are extremely important to us.