We are delighted to offer 3 new 12-month heritage traineeships, thanks to funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, Historic England, Historic Environment Scotland and the National Trust for Scotland. They are fantastic opportunities for people who are seeking to start their career in heritage (such as a college or apprenticeship leaver, recent graduate or returner to work) to gain valuable experience in the community heritage sector.
Although the 3 posts are all slightly different each trainee will be exposed to everything we do, from participating in progress meetings with funders to presenting at Conference, working with our board of trustees or checking in with members’ projects during site visits. They will be supported every step of the way by heritage professionals who want to see them thrive.
These posts are intended to be starting points for those wishing to enter the heritage and community driven regeneration sectors and those with an established career in heritage will not be considered. Please note that the 3 posts have different application deadlines. Join us online at 1830 on 14th January for an information session where you can hear from some of our current trainees and their managers.
Heritage Trainee (England)
The post-holder will be responsible for supporting all aspects of Heritage Network activity in England and will be line managed by the Development and Outreach Officer for England. This role is particularly suitable for someone with a keen interest in outreach, communities and buildings.
We encourage applications from those who are located in England, who will undertake this post as their sole employment, and who have a demonstrable interest in built heritage (through personal interest, volunteering, work or study).
Salary: £26,228 per annum
Closing date for applications: 12 noon on 26th January 2026
Start date: 20th April 2026
Recruitment pack (the link to the relevant online application form is included in the recruitment pack for this role):
PDF version Heritage Trainee England Recruitment Pack 2026
Word version Heritage Trainee England Recruitment Pack 2026
Heritage Trainee (UK)
The post-holder will be particularly responsible for assisting with the organising of UK-focused events, overseeing the Network’s Youth Forum and Digital Heroes initiatives with other trainees and producing case studies. The successful candidate will be line managed by the UK Operations Manager and is particularly suitable for someone who is interested in project and events management and working with 18-30 year olds.
We encourage applications from those who are located in the UK, who will undertake this post as their sole employment, and who have a demonstrable interest in built heritage (through personal interest, volunteering, work or study).
Salary: £26,228 per annum
Closing date for applications: 12 noon on 2nd February 2026
Start date: 20th April 2026
Recruitment pack (the link to the relevant online application form is included in the recruitment pack for this role):
PDF version UK Heritage Trainee Recruitment Pack 2026
Word version UK Heritage Trainee Recruitment Pack 2026
Heritage Trainee (Scotland)
The post-holder will be responsible for supporting all aspects of Heritage Network activity in Scotland and will be line managed by the Development and Outreach Manager/Officer for Scotland. This role is particularly suitable for someone with a keen interest in outreach, communities and buildings.
We encourage applications from those who are located in Scotland, who will undertake this post as their sole employment, and who have a demonstrable interest in built heritage (through personal interest, volunteering, work or study).
Salary: £26,228 per annum
Closing date for applications: 12 noon on 9th February 2026.
Start date: 20th April 2026
Recruitment pack (the link to the relevant online application form is included in the recruitment pack for this role):
PDF version Heritage Trainee (Scotland) Recruitment Pack 2026
Word version Heritage Trainee (Scotland) Recruitment Pack 2026
Got questions?
Join us online at 1830 on 14th January for an information session where you can hear from some of our current trainees and their managers, or email admin@heritagenetwork.org.uk. Book your spot now, or let us know if you would like to receive the recording.
Useful information
Download this Word version of the Application form questions. Feel free to use it to prepare your answers before inserting them into the online application form (links included in the recruitment packs for each role above).
Heritage Trust Network Strategic Plan 2025-30
Heritage Trust Network Business Plan 2025-30 short version
Essential Networks funding announcement
Our journey towards and inclusive and accessible Network
