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We have an exciting opportunity available for a motivated and experienced Countryside Ranger (Recreation), to join us as a key member of the Dinton Pastures Country Park team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full-time, Permanent Contract.&nbsp;
Based at Dinton Pastures Country Park, working across Wokingham Borough Council’s 35+ countryside, parks and public open space sites.
Make nature welcoming, safe and unforgettable. Great outdoor places don’t manage themselves. Paths wear, signs fade, play spaces age, and visitor infrastructure needs constant care to stay safe, accessible and inviting.
As our Countryside Ranger (Recreation), you’ll play a key role in delivering the day-to-day management of the facilities and infrastructure that support recreation across the borough’s countryside estate. From play areas and paths to car parks and site furniture, your work will help ensure every site feels well maintained, safe and ready for the thousands of people who enjoy our green spaces each year
About the Role
This is a hands-on, operational role focused on supporting the safe, effective and welcoming management of the borough’s countryside sites. Working under the direction of the Countryside Officer (Operations), you will help deliver the infrastructure and facilities that enable high-quality recreation across a diverse and expanding portfolio of sites.
You will oversee day-to-day maintenance and site operations, support and supervise Duty Rangers, and work alongside staff and volunteers to ensure tasks are delivered consistently and efficiently across multiple locations. The role combines practical, on-site problem solving with coordination of planned maintenance, asset monitoring and contractor-led works.
Working closely with colleagues, you will help ensure that play areas, paths, car parks, public facilities and visitor information are well maintained and presented to a high standard. You will also contribute to the ongoing development of recreation services by supporting events and commercial activity, and by feeding into longer-term planning for infrastructure, accessibility and visitor experience.
This role suits someone who enjoys balancing practical outdoor work with organisation and coordination, and who is comfortable taking ownership of day-to-day delivery while working within a clear management structure in a public-facing countryside setting.
Benefits:
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 28 days (rising to 33 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
⭐ Enrolment to an excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐&nbsp;A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes
⭐ And much more!&nbsp;
Key Responsibilities
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<li>Lead and support Duty Rangers, staff and volunteers in delivering day-to-day site operations to consistent standards.</li>
<li>Maintain visitor infrastructure and facilities, including play areas, paths, car parks, toilets, signage and site furniture.</li>
<li>Coordinate asset maintenance and contractor works across countryside sites.</li>
<li>Ensure visitor information and interpretation are accurate, clear and well presented.</li>
<li>Support service improvements, events and recreational activities, contributing to more efficient and accessible countryside sites.</li>
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Essential Skills &amp; Experience
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<li>Qualification in countryside management, recreation, land management or a related field</li>
<li>Practical experience in estate, parks or countryside maintenance</li>
<li>Strong organisational and problem-solving skills</li>
<li>Experience supervising or supporting staff and/or volunteers</li>
<li>Full UK driving licence</li>
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Desirable Skills &amp; Experience
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<li>Play area inspection qualifications (e.g. RPII)</li>
<li>Experience managing contractors and planned maintenance programmes</li>
<li>Competence with machinery and power tools (e.g. mowers, strimmers, basic repairs)</li>
<li>Understanding of commercial activity within public outdoor spaces</li>
<li>Experience working with inspection, risk or asset management systems</li>
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Our Area:
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.
We’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.
If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!
Closing date: 11pm, Sunday 18th January 2026 Interview date: W/C 26th January 2026
For an informal discussion, please contact: Simon Bartlam <a href="mailto:simon.bartlam@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">simon.bartlam@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive daily, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.&nbsp;
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Cemeteries Manager to join us!
This is a full-time, permanent role with hybrid working, and a salary of £37,526 - £41,613 per annum.
About us:
The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is set in the wider county of Berkshire, one of the most economically productive and innovative areas of&nbsp;the country.&nbsp;&nbsp;The borough council – a unitary authority - takes pride in its exceptional team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing quality services to the community. RBWM is a unique borough, with huge opportunity given its proximity to London and expanding business sectors, as well as being a major cultural and tourism area which includes international attractions such as Windsor Castle, Legoland and Ascot Racecourse.
Given our Royal connections, the eyes of the world are often on us, and we continue to rise to the challenge.
This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic&nbsp;Cemeteries Manager&nbsp;to join our Parks and Countryside team.
The Role:
To implement the council’s policies and standards for the efficient and effective management of Cemeteries.
Your role will involve:
To implement the council’s policies and standards for the efficient and effective management of Cemeteries and the day-to-day management and maintenance of these services including supervision and monitoring of cemetery services within the Grounds Maintenance Contract.
Overall responsibility for ensuring that the council’s Cemetery Service is developed and delivered within statutory requirements and that the needs of bereaved families are sensitively managed.
Communicate/Liaise with residents, Councillors, users and external organisations on service delivery.
To identify and implement improvements in service delivery.
What we are looking for:
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<li>Educated to GCSE English language and Maths.</li>
<li>Proficient in Microsoft Office Excel Word and PowerPoint.</li>
<li>High level of sensitive interpersonal skills and empathy&nbsp;</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills and ability to work positively with residents, community groups and contractors&nbsp;</li>
<li>Ability to develop and manage strong and effective partnerships&nbsp;</li>
<li>Good negotiation skills&nbsp;</li>
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What we offer:
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<li>32 days annual leave</li>
<li>Flexible working including a hybrid working pattern for a better work-life balance.</li>
<li>Generous Local Government Pension scheme includes life cover (3 times of annual salary); and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme to enhance your pension provision.</li>
<li>Free employee parking close to the offices.</li>
<li>Give As You Earn scheme.</li>
<li>Instant Reward Scheme to recognise and reward innovative achievement.</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling, advice and information.</li>
<li>Access to discounts and deals with hundreds of retailers, including discounted gym memberships and travel deals.</li>
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RBWM values a collaborative and inclusive work environment, fostering creativity and innovation in all aspects of its operations. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we encourage applications from all as we believe diverse talent makes us stronger.&nbsp;
If you have a disability, are a current or former member of the armed forces or have been part of any formal care system up to the age of 25, you will be guaranteed an interview, should you meet the minimum requirements for the role.
Interview dates: Week commencing 11/01/2026
If you wish to discuss this position informally, please contact Christopher Capper – Parks and Open Spaces Contract Manager on&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Christopher.capper@rbwm.gov.uk" target="_blank">Christopher.capper@rbwm.gov.uk</a>

Cemeteries Manager

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Are you up for a challenge? We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated individual to work as part of the Dartford Borough Council Park Ranger Team within the highly respected, busy multi-functional Council Waste, Public Realm &amp; Enforcement Services section.
This is a uniformed role, working as part of a small team. Your focus will be on the Dartford Parks, other children’s playgrounds and open spaces and patrolling the Buccaneer Bay playground in Central Park, to a rota with other Park Rangers / Officers.
You will provide guardianship, security, reassurance and assistance to the public and be the eyes and ears of the Council and Police partners providing a friendly public face for the public. You will enforce byelaws and other relevant legislation including the issuing of Fixed Penalty Notices for offending behaviour such as dog fouling, littering, fly tipping, fly grazing and behaviour contained within the town’s Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO). You will be required to assist in dealing with unauthorised encampments, the use of surveillance cameras and public events that occur throughout the year within the Borough’s parks and open spaces. This is a physically active role which involves patrolling parks and open spaces on foot, the moving and siting of various items of heavy equipment. You will provide a reassuring presence and assistance to park users, prevent and deter anti-social behaviour.
Occasional evening and Bank Holiday working will be required, for which an allowance is paid.
Patrolling is both on foot and with use of 4x4 vehicles to move between sites as necessary. You may be required to attend at Court if and when required. You will work with other agencies such as Kent Police and the Environment Agency and you will also be involved, on occasions, with the work of other Council officers who deal with parks and open spaces, enforcement, events, licencing, town centre management and will also assist other Enforcement Officers as directed.&nbsp;
You should hold a full driving licence. Previous experience of working in a law enforcement, security, community support or similar role is desirable.&nbsp;

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