Assistant Ranger Apprentice - Arundel

The National Trust; Bognor Regis; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Join The National Trust as an Assistant Ranger Apprentice and support environmental conservation efforts. This apprenticeship offers hands-on experience in protecting landscapes and wildlife, with opportunities for progression to a Level 4 Countryside Ranger apprenticeship. Ideal for those enthusiastic about nature and conservation.

Benefits

Substantial pension scheme up to 10% of salary

Free entry to National Trust properties for you and guests

Rental deposit loan scheme

Season ticket loan

EV car lease scheme

Discounts through Perks at Work

Holiday entitlement up to 32 days

Flexible working arrangements

Employee assistance program

Free parking at most Trust locations

Qualifications

• Age 16 or over, having completed Year 11.
• Not in full-time education.
• Right to work in the UK and resident for at least three consecutive years.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of the ranger team to conserve the environment.
• Attend regular review meetings with your training provider.
• Complete mandatory e-learning and training.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Willingness to learn

Ability to travel

Education

Minimum of 2 GCSEs including English and Maths at grade E/2 or equivalent

Job description

Assistant Ranger Apprentice - Arundel

Summary

Join us on a National Trust apprenticeship designed to support your development and enable you to contribute to combating climate change, protecting historic sites, and promoting the well-being of people and nature. No prior experience is necessary; just enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.

As an Assistant Ranger apprentice, you'll work as part of the ranger team to conserve the environment that makes our countryside unique and help care for our protected landscapes.

This role can lead to an assistant ranger or ranger position and may progress to a Level 4 Countryside Ranger apprenticeship with additional experience.

For more details about our apprenticeship program, please visit: National Trust Jobs :: Apprenticeships.

What it's like to work here

You will work outdoors in all weather conditions as part of our ranger teams, supporting our goal to restore a healthy, beautiful, and natural environment. Your responsibilities include protecting and enhancing the health and wildlife richness of our countryside, preserving its benefits, and helping visitors connect with conservation.

Training combines mandatory week-long college blocks and online learning, with all expenses and travel covered. Opportunities to visit other National Trust locations, including overnight stays, may also be available to broaden your experience.

You will be based at the Slindon Estate in West Sussex, a traditional Sussex estate with mixed broadleaved woodland and downland, including four tenant farms. The estate hosts the Northwood project, one of the Trust's largest woodland restoration initiatives. Work varies seasonally; winter involves chainsaw work in woodland management, while summer focuses on surveys, maintaining infrastructure, and public engagement. Occasionally, work may be conducted at other sites such as Drovers Estate, East Head, Warren Hill, and Sullington Warren.

What you'll be doing

You will work alongside your mentor on tasks specific to your apprenticeship, developing skills and knowledge aligned with the Countryside Worker Level 2 standard. You will attend regular review meetings with your training provider and be responsible for your progression, completing mandatory e-learning, courses, and training.

Who we're looking for

In addition to the qualities listed in the role profile, we are interested if you meet the following criteria by the start date:

• A minimum of 2 GCSEs, including English and Maths at grade E/2 or equivalent (EHCP holders with entry level 3 in English and Maths are also eligible).
• Age 16 or over, having completed Year 11.
• Not in full-time education.
• Right to work in the UK and been resident in the UK for at least three consecutive years prior to starting.
• Not enrolled in another training or education program.
• Ability to travel to the work location.

If you are aged 18 or under and haven't achieved English and Maths at grade C/4, you will be enrolled in Level 2 functional skills as part of your apprenticeship. This is optional for those aged 19 or over, but support will be provided to complete it.

Qualifications or substantial relevant experience in related fields may affect eligibility for government funding, which will be verified during the application process.

The package

We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels they belong. Our benefits include:

• A substantial pension scheme up to 10% of salary
• Free entry to National Trust properties for you, a guest, and your children under 18
• Rental deposit loan scheme
• Season ticket loan
• EV car lease scheme
• Discounts through Perks at Work, including gym memberships, shopping, and cinema offers
• Holiday entitlement up to 32 days plus holiday purchase options, based on service length
• Flexible working arrangements where possible
• Employee assistance program
• Free parking at most Trust locations

Click here to learn more about the benefits we offer to support our staff.