Ocean Discovery Ranger – Level 1

The Ocean Conservation Trust is a charity with a mission of ‘Connecting us with our Ocean’.

We are committed to conserving the marine environment and inspiring others to do the same. The Ocean Advocacy and Engagement team at the Ocean Conservation Trust is looking to recruit two members of staff to join our Ocean Discovery Rangers.

1 x 24 Hours across 7 days (four days per week, 9:30-4)
1 x 12 Hours Saturdays and Sundays (9:30-4)

As an Ocean Discovery Ranger you will interact with the public and communities both at our hub the National Marine Aquarium and through our many ocean discovery activities and events. Your main aim will be to contribute to our behaviour change programme promoting ocean conservation action though fun and engaging experiences. Some evening shifts will be required to run our public engagement evenings.

Strong applicants who meet the essential criteria below will be invited for interview. Salary is £12.21 per hour.

For more information about the role please download the Job Description and Person Specification.

ESSENTIAL

• Interest and enthusiasm for/knowledge of marine wildlife and conservation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills.
• Able to demonstrate flexibility in work pattern.
• Experience working with children, young people and/or adults in an informal or formal educational setting.

DESIRABLE

• Relevant background (marine biology, conservation, environment, education).
• Experience of environmental education sessions and activities.
• Full driving licence.
• Motivated self-starter.
• Ambassadorial – able to work as a Brand Champion

To apply: Please send the following to recruitment@oceanconservationtrust.org 

• CV with a covering letter setting out your experience and suitability for the role.
• One minute video talking about your favourite sea creature or habitat.

Closing Date: 23:00pm Monday 5^th January

Interview date: Wednesday 14^th January

In line with the requirements of the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. As part of the recruitment process, you will be asked to provide documented evidence of eligibility.

The OCT operates an Equality and Diversity Policy and is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. All applications will be judged solely on merit, however we particularly welcome applications from groups currently under represented in the workforce.

Only candidates invited for interview will be contacted.