Join our team at Torbay Coast & Countryside Trust
We’re proud to offer a variety of roles across different locations within Torbay, each playing a vital part in our mission. This could be directly by working on the land that we care for, which includes ancient woodlands, meadows, country parks, coastline and even Sites of Special Scientific Interest. Or indirectly, as every role, even behind the scenes, contributes to our shared mission of preserving and celebrating Torbay’s incredible landscapes.
Why Join Us?
- Make a Difference: Every day, you’ll be contributing to the preservation of Torbay’s stunning coastlines, vital wildlife habitats, and treasured green spaces that locals and visitors alike enjoy.
- Inspire and Be Inspired: Join a team of passionate, like-minded people.
- Learn and Grow: We’re committed to your professional development, offering opportunities for training, skill-building, and career progression.
- Stunning locations: Our “office” includes some the most beautiful and diverse natural settings in the UK.
- Make Connections: Collaborate with local communities, volunteers, and partners who share your vision for a better, greener future.
Benefits of Joining Us:
- A supportive, inclusive culture that values your ideas and contributions.
- Access to beautiful, inspiring environments every day.
- Exclusive discounts and Trust Membership.
Current Opportunities
Occombe Volunteer Trainee Ranger
Would you like to gain the knowledge, skills and confidence to pursue a career in the environmental sector? We are recruiting two volunteer trainee countryside rangers for Occombe Farm Estate Team. Working across a range of beautiful sites across Torbay, this 9-12-month training opportunity offers valuable experience in practical habitat management; footpath maintenance; and public engagement.
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/orchard management in the winter, and 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:
• 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 1:1s 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.
“This placement is a wonderful way to get further into the field of conservation and to make connections to learn from. I have learned a lot more about practical conservation work and managing a nature reserve. I feel lucky to have had the opportunity to work and live in such a special place, working outdoors every day and becoming immersed in the surrounding wildlife.” – Emily Roulston, Trainee Countryside Ranger Jan-Nov 2023
For further details about the role, please email Sam Richards, Head Ranger at Occombe Farm sam.richards@countryside-trust.org.uk
| Summary | |
| Salary | N/A |
| Hours | 4 Days per week for 9-12 months. |
| Benefits | Free basic accommodation in our Gamekeepers Lodge set within Cockington Country Park including bills (excluding TV license). Training budget to spend on external courses of choice but must include First Aid and Brushcutter courses. |
| Location | Occombe Farm, Paignton, Devon |
| To Apply | Please complete the application form and send to: jobs@countryside-trust.org.uk |
Berry Head Volunteer Trainee Ranger
We are recruiting a volunteer trainee countryside ranger for Berry Head National Nature Reserve. Set on the beautiful coastline of South Devon, this 9-12-month training opportunity offers valuable experience in practical habitat management;
footpath maintenance; visitor engagement and ecological monitoring. Free basic accommodation and training budget included.
The main focus will be on carrying out practical habitat management between Berry Head and Sharkham Point. Some of the key work areas include grassland strimming and raking in winter, and coast path cutting and footpath maintenance in the summer. You will also get involved with seasonal guillemot counts, botanical surveying, butterfly transects, guided bat walks, livestock checks, site patrols, litter picking and public events.
| Summary | |
| Salary | N/A |
| Hours | 4 Days per week for 9-12 months. |
| Benefits | Free on-site accommodation including bills (excl. TV licence) Training budget to spend on relevant 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 regular 1:1s and a reference for future employers Working in a supportive environment alongside other long-term and local volunteers Networking opportunities within the organisation, partner organisations and other organisations that work within the same sector. |
| Location | Berry Head National Nature Reserve |
| Application Deadline | Closing date for applications: Sunday 9th February 2025 at midnight Proposed interview date: Tuesday 18 January 2025 (TBC) Preferred start date: Monday 10th March 2025 |
| To Apply | Please complete the application form and send to: jobs@countryside-trust.org.uk |
