ROLE DESCRIPTION VOLUNTEER TRAINEE COUNTRYSIDE RANGER TITLE: Volunteer Trainee Countryside Ranger – Occombe REPORTS TO: Ranger Team Leader SALARY: HOURS: Voluntary 4 days per week for 9-12 months PRIMARY ROLE: Free basic accommodation is provided and there is a budget for relevant training. The main focus will be on carrying out practical habitat management across a wide variety of our sites. Some of the key work areas include limestone grassland management, scrub clearance and woodland management in the winter. Coast path cutting and footpath maintenance in the summer. You will also get involved with site patrols, boardwalk repairs, fencing and livestock checks. WHAT WE OFFER • 9 – 12 Month Training programme – 4 days a week • Free on site accommodation including bills ( excl TV licence) • Training budget to spend on external courses of choice but must include First Aid and Brushcutter courses • Work experience in a successful organisation that will demonstrate your abilities and commitment to future employers • Full mentorship throughout your placement from an experienced member of staff guiding you through your professional development,including 1:1’s and a reference for future employers • Working in a supportive environment alongside other long-term volunteers • Networking opportunities within the organisation, partner organisations and other organisations that work within the same sector. Volunteer Trainee Countryside Ranger January 2024 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
TORBAY COAST AND COUNTRYSIDE TRUST
1 role available
Torbay Coast & Countryside Trust, Occombe Farm, Preston Down Road, Preston, PAIGNTON
TQ3 1RN