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Access Officer

Contract Type: Fixed Term
Working Pattern: Full time
Advert End Date: 10/06/2026 23:59
Salary: Grade 5 £26,403 – £28,598
Hours per week: 37
Employment Location: North Pennines National Landscape Office, Stanhope (Plus Hybrid Working)
Number of posts: 1
Closing date: 10 Jun

Further information

We are looking for an Access Officer to join our busy North Pennines National Landscape team.

This vacancy is offered on a fixed-term contract until 31 March 2029 (with the possibility of extension, subject to funding/business need).

WHAT IS INVOLVED?

You will enjoy working outdoors in the North Pennines National Landscape and UNESCO Global Geopark, one of the most spectacular landscapes in the country.

You should be a professional team worker with a ‘can-do’ attitude and be a great communicator. You should also be familiar with and accomplished at practical management of access to the countryside including public rights of way structures and surfaces, national and long-distance trail management, habitat management, and working with volunteers.

The role will include significant periods working outdoors, sometimes alone in inclement weather at sites accessed only on foot, so being able to meet the physical demands of the post is necessary.

We encourage you to contact Simon Wilson, Programme Manager via email at simon@northpennines.org.uk to arrange an informal discussion about the role.

WHAT WILL I NEED?

You should have a minimum Level 4 NVQ in Countryside Management or a directly related subject of comparable grade and be able to demonstrate relevant experience.

A good knowledge of nature conservation, visitor management, working with contractors, protected landscapes, countryside designation, protection and land management, alongside demonstrable skills in mentoring trainees and running public and educational events is desirable.

More than that we want someone who will embrace the opportunities of the job to further develop their own skills and knowledge.

Access to own transport is essential as is a driving licence. A work mileage payment scheme is included. Uniform and PPE are included.

Please note, some weekend and bank holiday work is involved.

Please refer to the Person Specification (available at North East Jobs) for the full criteria.

If successful, you will be required to undertake and pass an in-house driving assessment as part of our pre-employment checks before any offer of appointment can be confirmed.

INTERVIEWS

Interviews will be held on 23rd June

We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.

Applications are via North East Jobs Access Officer – Durham County Council – North East Jobs

Please visit the below link to see the Rewards and Benefits which DCC offer:
https://www.durham.gov.uk/article/26895/Rewards-and-benefits

As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required.

PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION REGARDING YOUR APPLICATION FOR THIS POST WILL BE SENT TO THE EMAIL ADDRESS THAT YOU HAVE REGISTERED WITH NORTH EAST JOBS, INCLUDING YOUR INVITE TO INTERVIEW IF YOU ARE SHORTLISTED. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL AFTER THE CLOSING DATE FOR NOTIFICATION FROM DONOTREPLY@NORTHEASTJOBS.ORG.UK AS YOU WILL NOT BE NOTIFIED BY ANY OTHER MEANS. PLEASE ENSURE YOU CHECK YOUR JUNK MAIL.

In line with the County Council’s Recruitment and Selection Policy, please note that we are unable to accept CVs. Any information provided on CVs will not be considered for short-listing purposes.

Apply on-line or for further assistance contact the Payroll & Employee Services on 03000 264469/264086/266838 or email PESNCC@durham.gov.uk