32935 - Environmental Practitioner Degree (Level 6) Apprenticeship

Job description

Overview Do you want to play a part in tackling climate change, protecting ecosystems, and shaping a more sustainable future? At the Environment Agency, our Environmental Practitioner Degree Apprenticeship puts you at the heart of work that genuinely matters.At the Environment Agency, we help communities prepare for a changing climate, reduce the risks of flooding and drought, and protect coastlines from erosion. We work closely with partners, businesses and local communities to make sure the environment is cared for now and for future generations. Everything we do is grounded in evidence and driven by our commitment to create a better, greener, more resilient future for people and nature.If you're enthusiastic about the environment and ready to start building your career, this programme will develop your skills, confidence and real-world capability. It's designed for people whose highest qualification is A level (or equivalent), offering a route into professional environmental work without needing a prior degree. If you already hold an environmental or science-based degree, you may wish to explore other entry routes on our early careers' website.Your academic study will be delivered by Keele University, over four or five years, through online learning, block release teaching and field trips. You'll need to be able to travel for study periods, and some elements of the apprenticeship will involve working from home.To learn more about the degree programme, please see Additional Candidate Pack attached to this advert.Incident response Responding to incidents is a central part of what we do. You will be required to have an incident role and make yourself available to respond to incidents or provide business continuity support during an incident. This may attract an additional payment. Full training and alternative working arrangements will be available to support you with your incident role.The team Our teams work nationally and locally, with opportunities in Exeter, Bodmin, Cambridge, Bedford, Sheffield, York, Leeds and Beverley. Whether in rotating or non-rotating teams, you'll contribute to meaningful projects. You'll be supported by professional coaches and mentors and learn directly from experienced Environmental Practitioners.To learn more about each team and their working arrangements, please read the attached Additional Candidate Pack.Experience/skills required You must meet the following entry requirements:Minimum of three A‐Levels at grades BBC or equivalent, such as BTEC Nationals, ideally in science‐based subjects or GeographyGCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or equivalentMeet the apprenticeship funding rules (link in the Additional Candidate Pack)May require a full UK driving licence, or the ability to obtain one by the end of the apprenticeship (see Additional Candidate Pack for more details)There is no upper age limit.Applicants who already hold an environmental or science‐based degree (including geology or geography) are not eligible for funding.We're looking for people who:Take responsibility and stay organisedBalance commitments confidentlyCommunicate clearly with othersWork well as part of a teamAs part of your application, you'll be asked to select your preferred locations and teams. Please read the Additional Candidate Pack attached to learn more.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English