Assistant Forest Ranger

We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join us as an Assistant Forest Ranger.

You’ll be part of something unique, helping to grow and shape one of England’s largest new woodlands and a diverse range of habitats. The Forest is a home to many rare and threatened species, such as brown hairstreak and purple emperor butterflies, as well as Red List bird species such as skylark and woodcock.

About the role

You’ll join our friendly and dedicated forestry team who are responsible for the management of our new woodland, and our mature and ancient woodland. You’ll be mainly focused in one large area of the Forest but could also work elsewhere across the estate as required.  The winter months will be predominantly focused on tree planting where you will create new woodland within the Heart of England Forest.  This role is ideal for a practical person wishing to further develop their land-based forestry and conservation skills. 

In this role you will work alongside the wider staff team, volunteers, corporate supporters and visitors to promote the charity and achieve our vision of a 30,000-acre broadleaf forest. If you enjoy working outdoors in all weathers, engaging with people and are passionate about woodland conservation, we would love to hear from you.

The Heart of England Forest is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Applicants must be willing to undergo protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Apply

To apply for this role, please complete the application form and equality and diversity monitoring form and email to jobs@heartofenglandforest.org.