"A Wilder Walkmill" Countryside Worker L2 Apprentice

The post holder will:
• Carry out conservation work and projects to maintain and improve Walkmill Community Woodland and the surrounding area for people and wildlife
• Be responsible, together with other staff, for the care, maintenance and safe use of shared vehicles, tools, plant and equipment
• Ensure their work sites are left in a better condition through the conservation activities carried out
• To gain relevant experience sufficient for assessment against recognised qualifications (Apprenticeship in the Countryside Worker Qualification)
• To work positively with their team mates, other staff, partner organisations, volunteers and contractors whilst carrying out conservation activities
• To assist other staff when required
• Ensure the highest standards of quality is achieved in all duties carried out
• Communicate effectively within the team, with other rivers trusts and partner organisations
• Conduct all activities in a manner to promote good external relations and a positive image of the organisations
• Be responsible for meeting performance targets as set by the Apprentice Coordinator and College
• Making presentations as required to Staff, Trustees and other organisations
• Contributing to other Trusts projects and activities as required
• Undertaking general clerical duties associated with the post
• Assisting with other work as appropriate and when available

Training:
As part of the scheme, you will be expected to attend college classes one day every fortnight during the academic calendar year at Craven College in Skipton (transport will be organised and paid for by us) West Cumbria Rivers Trust office is based in Keswick where you will have to arrange your own transport The main working site will be Walkmill Woods, where transport will be organised by WCRT Apprentice Coordinator You will also get the opportunity to work with other Rivers Trusts in Cumbria as well as the National Trust, Cumbria Wildlife Trust, and the Lake District National Park, among others. Transport will be organised by the Apprentice Coordinator and/or other WCRT staff

Training Outcome:
Ranger Parks Manager Estate Manager Woodland Manager Ecologist Conservation Officer Gamekeeper

Employer Description:
We’re West Cumbria Rivers Trust – protecting and preserving our waterways and blue spaces since 2009. Formed around a kitchen table by volunteers, we have come a long way since then, winning four awards and supporting internationally important habitats and their wildlife. We’re proud to be part of the Rivers Trust movement, one of 60 local river trusts across UK and Ireland. Our mission West Cumbria Rivers Trust is an environmental charity dedicated to protecting, restoring and improving the rivers and lakes of West Cumbria for the benefit of wildlife and the people living and working around them. Our dedicated and passionate team work hard all year round partnering with landowners, farmers, organisations, local businesses, schools and communities to deliver for rivers and inspire a love for and understanding of our waterways.

Working Hours :
Usual working days are Monday to Friday between 8am and 6pm however some evening and weekend work may be expected so flexibility is a must. Exact Shifts TBC.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness,General IT Skills,Meet deadlines,Use tools and machinery