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Historic environment advice assistant

Level 4 · HigherCreative and design 2 yr typical
About this apprenticeship

What it involves

The Historic Environment Advice Assistant apprenticeship at Level 4 trains you to support the work of local authority conservation officers, Historic England, and heritage charities in giving advice that protects historic buildings, parks, and archaeological sites. You will research heritage assets, assist with planning consultations, and help communities understand the significance of the historic environment. It leads to further study and careers in heritage conservation, planning, and local authority historic environment services.

On the job

What you’ll learn

Designation systems - listed buildings, scheduled monuments, and conservation areas
Principles of conservation and the National Planning Policy Framework
Research methods - historic maps, archives, and documentary evidence
Architectural styles and building materials across historical periods
Heritage impact assessment and significance evaluation
Planning application processes and consultation procedures
Stakeholder engagement and public communication about heritage
On the job

What you’ll do day to day

Research and compile information on historic assets for casework
Assist in preparing responses to planning applications affecting heritage
Carry out site visits to assess condition and significance of assets
Support public enquiries about listed buildings and conservation areas
Update and maintain heritage asset records and databases
Attend meetings with planners, developers, and community groups
Draft advisory notes and correspondence under supervision
The deal

How this apprenticeship works

You earn a wage from day one. You are a paid employee, not a student. There are no tuition fees - the training is funded by your employer and the government.
About 20% is “off-the-job” training. Roughly a day a week is spent learning away from your normal duties - at a college, training provider, or online - working towards a recognised qualification.
It ends with an end-point assessment (EPA). Near the end, an independent assessor checks you can do the job to the national standard - through tests, a project, a portfolio or an interview. Pass it and you are fully qualified.
How to get there

What you need to start

Level 4 (Higher) - roughly Foundation-degree level. Usually needs Level 3 (A-levels, a T-Level, or an Advanced apprenticeship) or relevant experience.
What’s next: Can lead to a Level 5/6 apprenticeship or a more senior role.

Entry requirements are set by each employer and can vary - always check the specific vacancy.

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