Are you passionate about the outdoors, wildlife or farming? Want to turn that passion into a career? Cumbria Connect is now recruiting for three apprentices, focusing on nature recovery, nature-friendly farming and land management – right here in the Lake District.

Come and get involved learning about endangered wildflower meadow restoration work at the Cumbria Seed Bank. We are saving seed from 14 rare and declining species to then propagate into plug plants at our conservation nursery at Gosling Sike, then we'll plant them out in specific sites to establish…

Eric and Dianne Horn from Slackhouse Farm near Gilsland would like to offer a young person the opportunity to learn about their cheese making with the potential to help them at the dairy and with selling at farmers markets. Slackhouse Farm cheeses are made by hand on the farm using organic milk…

This is an exciting opportunity to handle a challenging caseload within our busy Property Department. You’ll join an efficient, busy and friendly team and handle an exciting and varied caseload of matters. The position is a full-time position, however, we would consider part-time working for the…

Hen welfare is paramount. It is our job to ensure the girls are consistently living in conditions of the highest standard, and that our eggs are collected and sorted – also to the highest quality standards. Working on our poultry units, duties will cover the welfare and maintenance of the free…

The Lakes Free Range Egg Company is a market leading egg producer and packer based near Penrith. The welfare of our hens and the standards we set are very important – something our staff work hard to maintain. This is your chance to join the team and be part of an innovative, fast moving family…

We are currently looking for Class 1 Milk Collection Drivers to join our Milk Operations team, based out of Penrith, working nightshift on a 5/3 shift pattern. ​ In this role, you will deliver a professional and efficient milk collection driving service within our Milk operations team, collecting…

We are currently looking for Class 1 Milk Collection Drivers to join our Milk Operations team, based out of Carlisle or Aspatria, working dayshift on a 5/3 shift pattern. ​ In this role, you will deliver a professional and efficient milk collection driving service within our Milk operations team,…

We are currently looking for a Class 1 Milk Collection Driver to join our Milk Operations team, based out of Carnforth, working nightshift on a 5/3 shift pattern. In this role, you will deliver a professional and efficient milk collection driving service within our Milk operations team,…

Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard, Landbased Service Engineering Technician. Imagine working on a piece of high-tech equipment like a CLAAS LEXION combine, one of the largest output combine harvesters in the world. Equipped with a powerful 790hp engine, advanced GPS steering, field scanning…

Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard, Trade Supplier. Dive into the world of agricultural parts management and customer service with the Parts Retail Apprenticeship at CLAAS UK. Learn to navigate the complexities of inventory for cutting-edge machinery, develop expert customer service skills, and become…

Assistant Farm Manager, Level 4. The Assistant farm manager will assist in the management at every stage, from the breeding for livestock, during the production of the livestock through to either farm gate sale or direct supply to the consumer. They will consider human, plant and animal health and…

Gardening and Maintenance Helpers at Animal Concern Cumbria. Our Centre sits in a lovely rural setting. The quiet aspect is good helping reduce stress and anxieties for our animals during their stay in our care.

We welcome school students wanting placements and the occasional older student needing hours etc before going to uni. These are normally a week's placement and there are relevant forms to complete on the website before applying. The work experience is open to anyone, and is from 9am to 1pm each day…

Our House Experience Volunteers add the sparkle to any visit – giving everyone a warm welcome, bringing stories from Townend to life and helping people get the best out of their day. The Brownes of Townend were just an ordinary farming family, but their home and belongings bring to life over 400…

Our Visitor Welcome volunteers create a positive first impression with a warm welcome; helping all visitors get all they need from their visit. You’ll also help us provide a personalised thank you, leaving people with a positive lasting impression.

Animal Care & Welfare Assistant Level 2 Apprenticeship. Animal Care and Welfare Assistants look after the routine day to day husbandry and care of domestic and/or wild animals under guidance in a variety of different settings. The work is carried out individually or as part of a team in places such…

Assistant Farm Manager Level 4 Apprenticeship. The broad purpose of the occupation is to professionally operate and support the management of an agricultural or horticultural business such as a farm. They will assist in the management at every stage, from the beginning of the product life cycle…

Community event volunteers help to connect people to nature and also help people take action to protect nature. Events vary, and include rockpooling, guided walks, eggcase hunts, craft activities, and coastal foraging. Some events are for adults, whereas others are family events. Whatever your…

As a busy centre, we can provide in-depth work experience of being employed in an equine stableyard. We are passionate about sharing experiences and helping students get a foothold in the industry. When you work with us, we will train you in safe yard practices as well as give references and…