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Community Engagement Ranger

Job Details:

Job Reference: HCC624026
Salary Range: £27,780 - £30,564 per annum
Work Location: Isle of Wight (with travel to the mainland)
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 31 May 2026
Interview Date: 11 & 12 June 2026

The Role:

Bird Aware Solent is looking for a Community Engagement Ranger to join it’s friendly and passionate team. The rangers raise awareness of the importance of coastal birds within the Solent’s three Special Protection Areas (SPAs) and encourage responsible recreation on the coast. 

What you’ll do:

The focus of this role will be providing a positive and engaging presence on the coast, speaking with visitors of all ages and backgrounds to encourage responsible behaviour through supportive, face to face engagement. 

 

In addition, the post holder will also organise and deliver the Bird Aware event programme across all areas of the Solent region, including attendance at public events, talks and guided walks.

What we’re looking for:

Candidates must therefore have excellent face-to-face communication skills and be especially confident in striking up good rapport with people of all ages and backgrounds to encourage positive behaviour change.

 

A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle for work purposes are essential. 

 

Please note this role is based on the Isle of Wight and will involve regular travel to the mainland.

 

Please explain how you meet the requirements stated in the Candidate Pack below in the application form where requested. Do not attach a covering letter as they will not be considered. Shortlisting will be based on the information provided in the job application form only.

Why join us?

We offer a flexible, motivating and inclusive workplace, where talent is truly recognised and developed. We have created an environment that you can look forward to being a part of and where you are empowered to be your best and believe in creating a workplace built on teamwork where people can grow and develop in their roles.


If you think you have what it takes to make a real difference in Hampshire, get in touch!


To find out more about what we can offer you in return, please see our benefits package.

Additional Information:

Community Engagement Ranger Candidate Pack

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

Charlotte Goswell, Senior Ranger – Outreach on charlotte.goswell@hants.gov.uk or 07784 259928

 

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
 

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.
 

We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.


 

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