Countryside Worker Apprentice

Countryside Worker Apprentice
Based in Helmsley, North Yorkshire

The North York Moors National Park Authority looks after and promotes one of the most beautiful parts of the British Isles. Filled with breathtaking scenery, magnificent wildlife, picture book villages and a dramatic coastline, the North York Moors boasts some of the most diverse landscapes in the UK.

We are now looking for a Countryside Worker Apprentice to join us on a full-time basis, for a two-year apprenticeship.

The Benefits

- Training allowance of £14,565 per annum, plus an annual apprentice supplement of £1,443 and travel allowance of £360 (first year only - your pay will increase to the minimum wage for your age in your second year)

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for the outdoors and a willingness to learn practical conservation skills to join our dedicated and environmentally focused organisation.

With a recognised qualification, expert training, and the chance to work in one of Britain’s most breathtaking environments, this role will support you to build a rewarding career in countryside management while making a visible, lasting impact on the natural world.

So, if you’re eager to learn, love nature, and want to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

The Role

As a Countryside Worker Apprentice, you’ll get stuck into real conservation work while learning on the job and working towards a nationally recognised Level 2 qualification.

Based across the stunning landscapes of the North York Moors, you’ll join our friendly countryside team to learn how we care for nature and keep the Park’s trails, paths, and public spaces in great shape. From repairing footpaths to helping with wildlife surveys, every day will bring something new.

You’ll gain practical skills that will kickstart your career in the great outdoors and springboard you into a profession to be proud of, all while helping to protect one of the UK’s most beautiful National Parks.

Additionally, you’ll have the chance to:

- Learn how to build and fix countryside features like bridges, stiles, gates, and signs
- Chat with visitors and community groups to share what we do and why it matters
- Visit local schools to talk about apprenticeships and inspire others to get involved

About You

To join us as a Countryside Worker Apprentice, you will need:

- The willingness to train and study for an Environmental Conservation qualification
- A strong interest in learning practical conservation and field skills

The closing date for this role is midnight on Sunday 27th July 2025.
Interviews are anticipated to be held on Tuesday 5th August 2025.

Webrecruit and North York Moors National Park Authority are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.

So, if you’re ready to begin your outdoor career in one of the UK’s most stunning national parks as a Countryside Worker Apprentice, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.