Assistant Ranger / Heritage Parks Gardener
| Posting date: | 15 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £26,718 to £30,269 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 October 2025 |
| Location: | Bracknell, Berkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Bracknell Forest Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | PL/25/321766 |
Summary
We have a great opportunity for an Assistant Ranger / Heritage Parks Gardener on a full time, permanent basis.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance.
About you...
As an Assistant Ranger/Heritage Parks Gardener, you will be passionate about conservation and nature, and keen to develop skills in the sector.
You are someone who values community involvement and understands its importance in the success of long-term environmental projects.
In your role as an Assistant Ranger/Heritage Parks Gardener, you will have shared responsibility for the maintenance and safety of the Heritage Parks sites, together with other works that will be allocated to the team from the wider Parks & Countryside service through the Lead Rangers.
About the team...
Bracknell Forest Council Parks & Countryside service is responsible for more than 300 hectares of countryside sites, ranging from large wildflower meadows and woodlands to play areas and sports pitches.
We endeavour to manage our sites for the benefit of people and wildlife, this being a key objective for the council.
Two of our historic parks have been restored with grants from the Heritage Lottery Fund and Big Lottery Fund. Involvement of local communities is also central to this success.
Key responsibilities...
To undertake estate management tasks including maintaining flower beds, cutting grass, planting shrubs, hedge cutting, sweeping leaves, removing litter, maintaining paths and other park infrastructure.
To undertake regular safety inspections of the parks and address resulting health and safety matters which arise.
To encourage community involvement and liaise with volunteers to help co-ordinate their work in the park.
To comply with all health and safety procedures, particularly in regard to machinery and equipment.
Carry out play area weekly inspections, reporting findings and making safe any issues.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance.
About you...
As an Assistant Ranger/Heritage Parks Gardener, you will be passionate about conservation and nature, and keen to develop skills in the sector.
You are someone who values community involvement and understands its importance in the success of long-term environmental projects.
In your role as an Assistant Ranger/Heritage Parks Gardener, you will have shared responsibility for the maintenance and safety of the Heritage Parks sites, together with other works that will be allocated to the team from the wider Parks & Countryside service through the Lead Rangers.
About the team...
Bracknell Forest Council Parks & Countryside service is responsible for more than 300 hectares of countryside sites, ranging from large wildflower meadows and woodlands to play areas and sports pitches.
We endeavour to manage our sites for the benefit of people and wildlife, this being a key objective for the council.
Two of our historic parks have been restored with grants from the Heritage Lottery Fund and Big Lottery Fund. Involvement of local communities is also central to this success.
Key responsibilities...
To undertake estate management tasks including maintaining flower beds, cutting grass, planting shrubs, hedge cutting, sweeping leaves, removing litter, maintaining paths and other park infrastructure.
To undertake regular safety inspections of the parks and address resulting health and safety matters which arise.
To encourage community involvement and liaise with volunteers to help co-ordinate their work in the park.
To comply with all health and safety procedures, particularly in regard to machinery and equipment.
Carry out play area weekly inspections, reporting findings and making safe any issues.
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