Westonbirt Arboretum - Forestry England
Recreation Assistant
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Recreation Assistant
Recreation Assistant – Forestry England
Job Title
Recreation Assistant
Salary
£26,959 pro rata
Contract Type & Hours
- Permanent
- 26 hours per week
Location
Cannock Chase Forest, Rugeley, WS15 2UQ
Vacancy Closes
10th July, 23:58hrs
About the Role & Organisation
Forestry England put forests at the heart of everyday life. As foresters, professionals, and experts, we’re passionate about growing the nation’s forests, designing landscapes for the future, and delivering amazing experiences. Our work ensures:
- Better air to breathe
- Wildlife habitats
- Sustainable timber production
- Accessible, inclusive places for communities to enjoy
Join us if you’re eager to create lasting impacts, love working around nature, and thrive in a supportive team.
What You’ll Do
You will contribute to providing exceptional visitor experiences, ensuring services—they leave with memories that last. Your responsibilities will include:
Core Tasks
- Support and enhance custodial and visitor centre activities, ensuring seamless, inclusive, and enjoyable experiences.
- Promote Forestry England’s initiatives through events, memberships, legacy giving, and volunteering outreach.
- Help maintain and improve visitor facilities, including facilities maintenance and operational flow.
- Fostering a positive work environment that encourages teamwork, productivity, and personal development.
- Cultivate and represent a loyal, supportive team that champions individual growth.
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Where You’ll Work
Cannock Chase Forest Rugeley, WS15 2UQ Cannock Chase is a legacy landmark—known for its scenic beauty, sports infrastructure, and ever-growing legacy of vast woodlands and landscapes.
Benefits
Financial & Wellbeing Support
- Employment pension contribution: 28.97% contribution to the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension Scheme.
- Flexible holiday allowance: 25 days a year (pro-rata for part-time), increasing annually up to 30 days, plus bank holidays.
Employee Scheme (STaR)
A range of exclusive discounts:
- Supermarket shopping
- Travel: hotels, flights, car rentals
- Fashion & electronics (mobiles, TVs, etc.)
- Insurance: car, home, medical
- Finance & wellness: gym memberships, Headspace (meditation app)
Lifestyle & Opportunities
- Free parking at Forestry England sites
- Free entry to National Arboretums (Westonbirt and Bedgebury)
- Career development – support through professional training, learning plans, and membership sponsorships (e.g. professional bodies).
How to Apply
Applicants must submit:
- 200-word statement on relevant experience and career history
- Personal statement (max 500 words)
Applications will be assessed during a sifting phase before interviews. Interview behaviours assessed include:
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Next Steps
- Criminal record checks and government baseline personnel security checks are required post-selection.
- Reasonable adjustments policy: Contact fcrecruitmentteam@forestryengland.uk if needed.
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Nationality & Language Requirements
- Must satisfy visa/immigration compliance with essential spoken English (conversational fluency) requirements under the Immigration Act 2016, Part 7.
Working in the Civil Service
Forestry England is part of the Civil Service, adhering to the Disability Confident Scheme.
Initiatives Supported
- Disability Confident Scheme: Interviews for all minimum-criteria-meeting applicants with disabilities.
- Redeployment opportunities for civil servants facing redundancy.
- Veteran & Prison Leavers recruitment initiative.
Civil Service Complaint Guidance: If you believe your application was handled unfairly, contact englandhr.services@forestryengland.uk.
Attached Document: Forestry England Job Description – Recreation Assistant PB6B (Downloadable on the system).
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