Assistant Ranger Apprentice - Level 2 THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR PLACES OF HISTORIC INTEREST OR NATURAL BEAUTY

Working towards a Level 2 Apprenticeship. Come and join us on a National Trust apprenticeship where we will support and develop you to play an integral part in our work to tackle climate change, protect historic sites and help people and nature thrive. You don’t need experience for this role, just loads of enthusiasm and a desire to learn.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 07 May 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £22,308.00

  • Working week

    Working 37.5 hrs per week. 7.5 hr days, over Monday - Sunday (5 days per week). Shifts to be confirmed.

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Sep 2024

  • Date posted

    23 Apr 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000246486

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

As part of the apprenticeship, you will be working on the Freshwater Renaissance programme.   

Freshwater Renaissance is a 2-year, multi-catchment programme of work aiming to restore a functioning network of biodiverse and climate resilient freshwater habitats.  The programme is funded by the Government's Species Survival Fund. The fund was developed by Defra and its Arm's-Length Bodies. It is being delivered by The National Lottery Heritage Fund in partnership with Natural England and the Environment Agency. Freshwater Renaissance is also supported by players of People’s Postcode Lottery. The programme of work will be delivered across multiple river catchments at five National Trust places: Cumbria, the Bollin catchment, the Bure catchment, Holnicote and North Devon. #SpeciesSurvivalFund #TogetherForOurPlanet  

You will be working outdoors in all weathers as part of our ranger teams, supporting our strategy to restore a healthy, beautiful, natural environment. Your role will be:

  • Working to protect and improve the health and wildlife richness of our countryside
  • Preserving all the benefits we get from it
  • Helping our visitors to experience and get closer to conservation of our special outdoor places

The training you will be getting

  • Working alongside your mentor on tasks specific to your apprenticeship, you will develop the skills & knowledge relevant to this apprenticeship standard qualification.  (Countryside worker Apprenticeship level 2)
  • Your training will be delivered via a combination of mandatory week long college blocks (based at Sparsholt college) and online learning

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

  • Can lead to an assistant ranger or ranger role and potentially move to a Level 4 Countryside Ranger apprenticeship after additional experience gained in role.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Team working, Initiative, Patience, Physical fitness

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade E/2) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade E/2) Essential

About the employer

We protect and care for places so people and nature can thrive. We look after hundreds of houses and close to a million objects, along with vast areas of coastline, countryside and green spaces, for everyone’s benefit. With our staff, members, volunteers and supporters, we’re the biggest conservation charity in Europe. Everyone can get involved, everyone can make a difference.

Employer

THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR PLACES OF HISTORIC INTEREST OR NATURAL BEAUTY

Address

Croyde

Baggy Point

Braunton

EX33 1PA

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Training

Training provider

SPARSHOLT COLLEGE

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Apprenticeship standard

Countryside worker

Level 2 (GCSE)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

Employer's Application Instructions

We do not accept CVs or covering letters for Apprenticeship vacancies. Please fill out the online application form on the National Trust Jobs website.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 07 May 2024