Job Specification
Job Title: Ranger (P/T, Seasonal)
Grade:
Job Evaluation Code:
Reporting to:
Manager & Senior Rangers
Manager’s Grade:
Location: Pugneys Country Park
Service Area: Sport & Culture
Service Directorate: Regeneration and
Economic Growth
Workstyle: Work Based
Overall Purpose of the Post:
Provide instruction, coaching and supervision to customers participating in sports
coaching schemes and instructor led classes to ensure a high standard of safety,
enjoyment and achievement of relevant awards and outcomes.
The safe supervision of water sports and leisure activities at Pugneys Country Park. To assist
in the maintenance of park and estate. The carry out duties in line with specified procedures.
Requirements for the post.
Qualifications/
Training
Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
Royal Yachting Association (RYA) L2 Royal Yachting Association
powerboat cert.
(RYA) safety boat cert.
Driving licence
Driving licence for driving with
trailers
One or more National Governing
Two or more National
Body (NGB) recognised
Governing Body (NGB)
coaching/instructor qualification
recognised coaching/instructor
and/or United Kingdom Coaching
qualifications and/or United
Certificate (UKCC).
Kingdom Coaching Certificate
(UKCC).
Relevant and appropriate affiliations
Bronze Medallion/NPLQ
and registrations to industry
Lifeguard qualification.
professional bodies where required,
e.g. RYA, BCU.
A First Aid Certificate as required by
NGB, UKCC and/or Professional
Body pre requisites where specified.
Knowledge of national governing, or
professional body schemes
(RYA/BCU).
Knowledge of industry related
quality systems and/or the
Adventure Activities Licensing
Regulations.
Equipment maintenance, e.g.
Fibre glass, woodworking,
metal working skills.
A good understanding of Health &
Safety including risk assessments,
safe working practices, Manual
handling of loads, COSHH and PPE.
An understanding of health and
Computer literate
safety issues related to a water
sports facility.
An understanding of issues related to
the protection of Children and
Vulnerable Adults.
Understanding of equality issues
Understanding of the current NGB
development structures / pathways
Basic practical knowledge of estate
Knowledge of biodiversity
works, e.g. tree planting, footpath
issues.
restoration.
Experience
Previous experience in working in the
leisure and industry or associated
working environment.
Previous experience working in
outdoor/watersports environment.
Previous experience working
within quality assurance
systems.
Several years experience
coaching/instructing specialist
groups such as the disabled
where appropriate
Physical Skills
Water sports personal proficiency in
all of the following:
-Dinghy sailing
-Windsurfing
-Kayaking/Canoeing
The ability to undertake physical
activities consistent with watersports
coaching and instruction, and estate
tasks
Competencies and
other skills required
Team working skills
Decision making skills.
A high level of self confidence and
assertiveness.
Teaching/coaching skills at all ages
& level of ability.
Customer care skills
Ability to motivate others
The ability to undertake lesson plans
where appropriate
The ability to carry out assessments
related to risks where needed
Patience and sensibilities with all
children and special groups where
appropriate.
Tractor driving and driving with
trailers
Ability to use power tools and hand
tools, e.g. drills, saws, strimmers etc.
Basic numeracy and literacy skills.
Ability to communicate well, give
,receive and interpret instructions.
Ability to complete routine forms and
documents
Key Outcomes/ Activities
MAIN TASKS
1. Undertake support duties on specific areas of the work of the Sport and Active Lifestyles,
under the supervision of senior staff.
2. Fully participate in the team working approach to the allocation of duties within the Sport and
Recreation Unit.
3. Meet the public and representatives of the Service Units and other departments as
necessary and provide appropriate information on request.
4. Contribute to the maintenance of good employee relations within the Sport and Active
Lifestyles service.
5. Adhere to and apply legislation, Council Sanding Orders and procedures as appropriate.
6. Ensure that the departmental services are provided to the highest quality/standard with due
recognition of client and customer requirements, in accordance with the Council’s Customer
Care and Equal Opportunities policies.
7. Work within recognised safe systems and in accordance with all aspects of health and safety
legislation at all times.
8. Undertake any training required ensuring that all aspects of the job are undertaken
competently.
SPECIFIC TASKS
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To deliver a range of coached and instructor led activities that are structured, safe,
progressive and enjoyable.
Assembling and dismantling of equipment where necessary in a safe and effective
manner.
Supervise activities of users to prevent injury, misuse and damage to facilities or
equipment.
To oversee the general safety and behaviour of the public to prevent injury and harm.
To respond to general enquiries and deal efficiently with any administrative requirements
related to activities e.g. production of activity registers.
Undertake specific, compulsory, training as required by the National Governing Body /
Professional Body schemes.
To ensure coached and instructor led activities are consistent with national governing
and/or professional body requirements, standards and pathways.
Manning rescue craft and supervising the safety of the public on the water.
Supervising public access to and use of the site.
Ensuring compliance of all byelaws, quality procedures and health and safety
requirements.
Advising the public on the safe use of facilities and hire equipment.
Ensuring all hire equipment is checked and safe for use by the public.
Assisting with special events.
Providing general information and advice to the public.
Coaching and instruction of water sports (where qualified)
Assisting in front of house activities.
Compliance with financial procedures.
Maintenance of files and quality records.
General estate and maintenance tasks.
Construction of fences.
Maintenance of Pathways.
Emptying of Refuge bins.
Emptying of Dog Waste bins
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Hedge coppicing
Routine maintenance and hire crafts.
Cleaning of building internally and externally.
Dealing with accidents and emergencies in line with emergency procedures.
correct use of PPE
The duties and responsibilities highlighted in this Job Specification are indicative and
may vary over time. Post holders are expected to undertake other duties and
responsibilities relevant to the nature, level and scope of the post and the grade has
been established on this basis.
Responsibility for Resources
Employees (Supervision):
None
Financial:
None
Physical:
To be responsible for and the repairing of a designated fleet of craft such as Dinghies, Kayaks,
Canoes etc. Estate works.
Customers and Clients:
Responsible for the safety and supervision of the public.
Working Conditions:
The job holder is required to spend most of their working hours in an outside environment in all
weather conditions and therefore requires a good level of physical fitness.
The working week will be by rota which will include weekend and bank holidays.
Characteristics of the post:
Employees are encouraged to participate in training activities in order to enhance their own
personal development.
The employment checks are required:
 Evidence of entitlement to work in the U.K.
 Evidence of essential qualifications – see page 1 of this job specification
 Two satisfactory references
 Confirmation of medical fitness for employment
 Registration with appropriate bodies (where applicable)
The following employment checks are required for those positions which are based in a
school or working with vulnerable young people and adults:
Evidence of a satisfactory safeguarding check e.g. DBS check at the relevant level
Date completed: December 2014