Assistant Ranger Apprentice - Midhurst

The National Trust; Midhurst; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading conservation organization as an Apprentice Assistant Ranger in Midhurst. This role offers hands-on experience in environmental conservation, supporting biodiversity and historic site protection. With no prior experience necessary, you'll receive training and development opportunities while working outdoors and engaging with the community.

Benefits

Substantial pension scheme (up to 10%)

Free entry to National Trust sites for you and guests

Rental deposit loan scheme

Season ticket loan

EV car lease scheme

Discounts on gym memberships, shopping, and cinema tickets

Holiday entitlement up to 32 days

Flexible working arrangements

Employee assistance programme

Free parking at most locations

Qualifications

• Applicants must be age 16 or over and have completed Year 11.
• Right to work in the UK and have been resident for three consecutive years.

Responsibilities

• Conserve the environment and assist in caring for protected landscapes.
• Engage visitors in conservation efforts and enhance wildlife health.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Willingness to learn

Education

At least 2 GCSEs including English and Maths at grade E/2 or equivalent

Job description

Assistant Ranger Apprentice - Midhurst

Summary

Join the National Trust as an Apprentice Assistant Ranger, where we'll support your development to contribute to combating climate change, protecting historic sites, and supporting biodiversity. No prior experience is necessary; just enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.

As an Apprentice Assistant Ranger, you'll work within a team to conserve the environment, ensuring the countryside remains distinctive and special, and assist in caring for protected landscapes.

This role can lead to a full assistant ranger or ranger position, with potential progression to a Level 4 Countryside Ranger apprenticeship after gaining additional experience.

For more information, 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 and natural environment. Your responsibilities include protecting and enhancing the health and wildlife of our countryside, preserving its benefits, and engaging visitors in conservation efforts.

Training includes mandatory week-long college blocks and online learning, with all expenses paid. Opportunities for travel to other Trust locations with overnight stays may also be available to broaden your experience.

The South Downs West Ranger team manages nearly 3,000 hectares of diverse habitats, including Lowland Heath, Chalk Grassland, ancient woodland, coppice, orchards, and natural regeneration areas. Recently, the team has taken on over 200 hectares of former arable land and maintains a herd of native cattle and sheep.

What you'll be doing

Working alongside your mentor, you'll develop skills and knowledge relevant to the Countryside Worker Level 2 apprenticeship standard. You will participate in regular review meetings, complete mandatory e-learning, courses, and training to support your progression.

Who we're looking for

We welcome applicants who meet the following criteria by the start date:

• At least 2 GCSEs including English and Maths at grade E/2 or equivalent (EHCP holders may have different requirements)
• Age 16 or over, having completed Year 11
• Not in full-time education or training
• Right to work in the UK and have been resident for three consecutive years
• Not enrolled in another training or education program
• Able to travel to the work location

If aged 18 or under and without Grade C/4 in English and Maths, you will be enrolled in Functional Skills Level 2 as part of your apprenticeship. Support will be provided to complete this if you are 19 or over. Applicants with relevant qualifications or experience may have funding eligibility assessed.

The package

Our benefits include:

• Substantial pension scheme (up to 10%)
• Free entry to National Trust sites for you, a guest, and your children under 18
• Rental deposit loan scheme
• Season ticket loan
• EV car lease scheme
• Discounts on gym memberships, shopping, and cinema tickets
• Holiday entitlement up to 32 days plus holiday purchase options
• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee assistance programme
• Free parking at most locations

More details about our benefits are available here.