Apprenticeships
We鈥檙e keen to open up new routes to working at the ACG动漫. That鈥檚 why we鈥檙e continually growing the number and range of apprenticeships we offer, so that you can earn while you learn and take care of the special places and spaces that matter to you.
Our apprenticeships are open to everyone and offer paid work-based learning opportunities that will help you set the course for a future career in the cultural heritage sector and beyond. You don鈥檛 need to have previous experience or lots of qualifications to apply,听just lots of enthusiasm, passion for the area and a willingness to learn.听
All you really need is:
- A GCSE Grade 2 (or E grade) in English and Maths or equivalent for our level 2 roles
- Typically a GCSE Grade 4/C for level 3 and 4 roles, depending on the role
- We鈥檒l support you to gain these qualifications if you don鈥檛 have them already.听
We鈥檙e an equal opportunities employer and a member of the Apprenticeship Ambassador Network.听The ACG动漫鈥檚 commitment is 鈥淔or everyone, for ever.鈥� Bringing that promise to life starts with people. It means building teams that reflect the diversity of the communities they serve, and creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and able to thrive.听
Our apprenticeships vary in length, challenge and structure, depending on the occupation you鈥檙e training for.听 All apprenticeships involve off-the-job training, supported by a dedicated mentor and a separate training provider. This could involve either the training provider coming to your workplace or you attending college and varies depending on the role.
Our friendly teams will be on hand to welcome you when you start and answer any questions you might have. You鈥檒l also be assigned a dedicated line manager and a mentor to give you all the support you need throughout your apprenticeship. While we can鈥檛 guarantee a permanent role at the end of your apprenticeship, we encourage everyone to apply for roles within the Trust and we鈥檒l also support you to look for suitable positions elsewhere.
Latest apprenticeships
In 2026 we will be offering a range of apprenticeship programmes at locations across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Below is a summary of apprenticeships we鈥檒l be offering and when we鈥檒l advertise them.
Heritage Building Craft Apprenticeship Opportunities
2021 saw the ACG动漫 received a grant of c拢6.2m from the Vinehill Trust to fund a Heritage Building Crafts Apprenticeship programme.
Vacancies go live in February
We are excited to offer fully funded apprenticeship opportunities in Stonemasonry and Heritage Joinery/Carpentry with vacancies going live in February. Each apprenticeship includes a 1-year work placement for you to hone your skills. This means that you will be on programme for up to 5.3 years and gain 2 qualifications in the process.
With these apprenticeships, you really do get the chance to leave your mark in history.
Our anniversary programme apprenticeship opportunities
To mark our 130th听anniversary in 2025 and the launch of our new strategy 鈥撎�听鈥� we are expanding our apprenticeship programme.
Over the coming years, we plan to create even more apprenticeship opportunities and to raise awareness of the ACG动漫 as an employer for all.
Vacancies go live in March听
These opportunities for 2026 will open for application in听early March. Roles will be based at locations across England and Wales and will include:
- Project Management
- Business Administration
- Marketing
- Recruitment
- Information Technology
- Gardening
- Community Engagement
Customer Service and Community Activator Coach apprenticeships will also听be open for applications in the Summer.听
To help make these opportunities more accessible, we are working closely with , so we can share our opportunities with schools, colleges, community organisations and youth groups. Together, we aim to help people learn more about our apprenticeships and how they can support long-term growth, development and meaningful work.
To find out more, get top tips on applying and to register interest in the apprenticeships created to mark the ACG动漫鈥檚 130th year.
Countryside & Gardens apprenticeship opportunities听
Gardens and Ranger apprenticeships form part of our core apprenticeship delivery, helping to protect and conserve our property gardens and the countryside and habits that we care for.
Vacancies go live late April
All our English apprenticeship roles are advertised via the Government鈥檚 find an .
Apprenticeship stories
Support and advice
We work hard to ensure that our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. You can read about some of the adjustments we can make and the ways we can support your application on our Supporting you page. Below, you鈥檒l find useful tips and advice for how to approach your application and prepare for your interview.
Eligibility
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In addition to the qualities listed in the apprenticeship role profiles in our adverts, you will need to meet the following eligibility checks by the start date of the role 鈥� this will ensure that we can fund the apprenticeship according to the Government funding rules. It is essential that you list the grades requested 鈥� we will not progress an application if the details are not included, so it would be a shame for you to miss out:
Level 2:
- For a role in England and Northern Ireland: Typically, a minimum of 2 GCSEs which must include English and maths at grade E/2 or functional skills level 1 or equivalent (if you hold an EHCP, entry level 3 in English and maths is acceptable) unless we have specified otherwise in the advert 鈥� we can then support you to obtain your level 2
- For a role in Wales: Typically, a minimum of 2 GCSEs which must include English and maths at grade E/2 (or First Language Welsh at grade E or above) or essential skills level 1(if you hold an EHCP, entry level 3 in English and maths is acceptable) 鈥� we can then support you to obtain your level 2
Level 3:
- A minimum of 5 GCSEs which must include English and maths at grade C/4 (or First Language Welsh at grade C or above for roles in Wales) or functional/essential skills level 2 or equivalent
Level 4:
- A minimum of 5 GCSEs which must include English and maths at grade C/4 or above (or First Language Welsh at grade C or above for roles in Wales) or functional/essential skills level 2 or equivalent, in addition to 2 A levels, BTEC, T Level鈥檚 or an equivalent level 3 qualification
All levels:
- Aged 16 or over and have completed year 11 鈥� if you are awaiting results let us know your predicted grades
- Not in full time education, or on any other training or education programme 鈥� such as on a degree course that will not have finished before the start date
- Have the right to work in the UK and have been ordinarily resident in the UK for three consecutive years before starting the apprenticeship 鈥� we will ask you to verify this if you progress to interview and check with the Apprenticeships team if you are unsure
- Able to travel to work location 鈥� think about how you can get there, as often there may be early starts or later finishes so please look into that so you know this is the right role for you
If you have a qualification in the same or a related subject to this apprenticeship or have substantial relevant work experience this may prevent us from being able to access Government funding and so we would be unable to enrol you 鈥� this will be verified if your application progresses (for example, a level 2 RHS qualification will exclude you from the level 2 Horticulture apprenticeship, but you would be eligible to apply for one of our grade 10 roles instead).
If you are unsure of any of the above, please contact the Apprenticeships team to check, as we want to help you apply for the right role.
Application
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We receive a lot of applications, and these are our top tips to help your application stand out:
- Check your spelling 鈥� ask someone else to check it if you can, so you can be sure it reads clearly
- Answer the questions you鈥檝e been asked, be concise and link it back to the advert and job role
- We don鈥檛 expect you to have loads of experience 鈥� just lots of enthusiasm and be keen to learn, so make sure that shines through
- Answer all the questions 鈥� don鈥檛 leave any gaps, including detailing your previous experience and all previous and pending qualifications
- We are now limiting applications to no more than 3 per apprenticeship role and will not consider additional applications. If you鈥檙e applying for more than one location, if you are successful, we will only interview you once and the line managers from those sites will interview you together
- Your application will still be considered by all the other sites you have applied for and you may be invited to the next stage with them as well
- If you鈥檙e relocating, research the area and review accommodation availability and transport links 鈥� we want you to make the right choice for you
Interview
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We鈥檒l usually interview you online with the line managers from the location you applied for. Please do let us know if you may need any adjustments to this process 鈥� we want you to be comfortable and confident. If you progress to the next stage, we鈥檒l invite you to the site to meet the team (and cover your travel expenses if needed), be given an overview of the site (this may be outside, depending on the role so we will let you know if you need to bring some comfortable shoes and coat if it鈥檚 a bit chilly) and maybe do a practical activity (depending on the role). We will let you know more details beforehand. This is your chance to ask us questions and get a feel for the role and location. Remember, this is your future career 鈥� you鈥檙e interviewing us too. Here are some hints and tips to help you prepare for our selection process:
Before your online interview
- Check your connection 鈥� we can arrange a test call if that helps
- Select a suitable location where you won鈥檛 be disturbed
- Think about your backdrop 鈥� try to remove any distractions if you can
- Make sure your computer is plugged in 鈥� you don鈥檛 want to have a flat battery
- Dress for success 鈥� this will help you feel more confident and comfortable
- Research the ACG动漫 鈥� use our external pages and read the stories from our current apprentices on this page 鈥� you can never be too prepared
- Think about what questions you want to ask us 鈥� this is about your future too
During the interview
- Be ready to talk about yourself 鈥� we want to find out more about you and why you鈥檝e applied
- Ask for questions to be repeated if needed 鈥� we won鈥檛 mind
- Pause if you need to and take time to think about your answers 鈥� we鈥檒l always make sure there鈥檚 plenty of time
- Don鈥檛 be afraid to make notes as you go and ask any questions you have at the end
- Try to relax 鈥� we already know you have potential, that鈥檚 why we are interviewing you
