<div><h3>About the Role</h3><p>Join the National Trust as an Assistant Ranger Apprentice and help protect historic sites, conserve wildlife and tackle climate change. No prior experience required – we look for enthusiasm and a desire to learn.</p><h3>What Youll Be Doing</h3><ul><li>Assist a Ranger team in delivering conservation and climate change strategies across a 50 km² estate in Exmoor National Park.</li><li>Manage a range of habitats – woodland, heathland, rivers, grassland – and support visitor engagement and ecological surveying.</li><li>Work outdoors in all weather conditions as part of ranger teams, helping restore a healthy, beautiful and natural environment.</li><li>Participate in week‑long college blocks and online learning modules, with all expenses and travel paid.</li><li>Attend regular review meetings with the training provider and take responsibility for your own progression.</li></ul><h3>Eligibility & Qualifications</h3><ul><li>Minimum of 2 GCSEs, including English and maths at grade E/2 or Functional Skills Level 1 (or equivalent). (An EHCP may allow Entry Level 3).</li><li>Age 16 + and have completed Year 11.</li><li>Not in full‑time education.</li><li>Right to work in the UK for the duration of the contract and ordinarily resident in the UK for the past 3 consecutive years.</li><li>Not currently enrolled in another apprenticeship, degree or similar training programme.</li><li>Able to travel to the Holnicote estate.</li><li>For candidates aged 18 or younger who have not achieved English and maths at grade C/4, a functional skills level 2 may be taken as part of the apprenticeship.</li></ul><h3>Desired Skills & Attributes</h3><ul><li>Ready to start the apprenticeship – no experience needed.</li><li>Positive, curious and eager to learn.</li><li>Confident communicator, able to listen and make others feel heard.</li><li>Strong team player – flexible, supportive and adaptable.</li><li>Able to follow instructions and prioritise safety when using tools and equipment.</li><li>Focused on providing great service and caring about helping others.</li><li>Friendly, respectful and able to work with volunteers and the wider community.</li></ul><h3>Benefits</h3><ul><li>Substantial pension scheme of up to 10 % of basic salary.</li><li>Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18).</li><li>Rental deposit loan scheme.</li><li>Season ticket loan.</li><li>EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria).</li><li>Perks such as gym memberships, shopping and cinema discounts.</li><li>Holiday allowance up to 32 days based on length of service, plus a holiday purchase scheme (subject to minimum criteria).</li><li>Flexible working where possible.</li><li>Employee assistance programme.</li><li>Free parking at most Trust places.</li></ul></div>