Countryside Worker Apprentice

Job Information Job Title: AONB Coast and Countryside Apprentice Employment Location: Northumberland Coast AONB with an office base at Alnwick Lionheart Depot Please note: that successful applicants must be able to attend an interview/assessment centre on Monday 17th July 2023. This role will start in September 2023. Please note: This role contains 2 block release weeks in Bridgwater. All travel and accommodation costs will be covered. The Council Northumberland County Council operates a huge range of services across one of the largest counties in the UK. Local Government’s ongoing challenges and the diversity of our residents means we must work smarter. That’s why we want bold, creative and agile thinkers who can help us move forward and innovate. For further information about working for Northumberland County Council, please click here. The Service In order to conserve and enhance the Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, a small team works closely with landowners, government departments, parish councils, local communities and other stakeholders. The role We are looking for a Coast and Countryside Apprentice to join our small team and help look after the Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) - one of England’s finest landscapes. As part of this exciting and varied apprenticeship you will have the opportunity to work alongside the AONB staff team and volunteers on a range of conservation and environmental tasks and projects on the stunning Northumberland Coast. From dry-stone walling and hedge planting to botanical, barn owl and butterfly surveys, dealing with invasive species to leading volunteer tasks, the role is wide and varied. You will also have time to study to achieve the apprenticeship standard. We are offering: - Opportunity to progress into a permanent role - 26 Days annual leave, including bank holidays - Access to high quality training - Apprenticeship wage, rising to national minimum wage after 365 days. - Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme - A wide range of staff benefits - IT equipment to support your learning (if required) Essential requirements: - GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/c or equivalent) - Must be willing to attend off site/virtual apprenticeship training. We strongly recommend potential applicants register for updates, including apprenticeship events here.