Assistant Countryside Sites Officer

Job Title: Assistant Countryside Sites Officer
Salary: £24,976 - £26,621 per annum
35 Hours per Week
Location: Worcester Woods Country Park and at other greenspaces around the County.
Team: Countryside Greenspace Team
Permanent Contract

The Role:

This is a key post within a team responsible for managing a range of popular Country Parks, Picnic Places and Local Nature Reserves throughout south and west Worcestershire. A physical, practical outdoor job, the Assistant Countryside Sites Officer will work to ensure that sites are kept clean, tidy and in a good state of repair and will also be involved in managing volunteers and carrying out habitat creation and enhancement projects. You will need experience of working with people and a naturally friendly and positive attitude. Good practical skills and a driving licence are essential. Experience of countryside estate work is essential.

For further information please contact: Rob Stevenson [email removed]

Benefits:

You’ll find an overview of the benefits Worcestershire County Council have to offer on our webpage

• Worcestershire County Council - Why work for us?

Some of these offers include:

• Great Holiday Entitlement: As well as bank holidays, you'll get 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part-time staff). This goes up to 31 days when you have been with us for 5 years. If you get more than 26 days where you work now, don't worry because if you join us without a break, we'll match your holiday up to 31 days. If you’re successful and want to take advantage of this do let us know!
• Brilliant Pension Scheme: The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government.
• Professional Learning & Development: We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.
• Flexible Working: We are proud to offer hybrid working to provide a better work/life balance where possible.

Equality & Diversity: The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Application Closing Date: Midnight Sunday 6th September 2026
Anticipated Interview Date: Tuesday 22nd and Wednesday 23rd September 2026