Business Management Degree Apprentice in Penrith

Earn while you learn with a fully funded degree, paid study time, practical management experience, and the opportunity to build a rewarding career in business management. Looking to further your education while gaining valuable hands‑on experience? Our structured Degree Apprenticeship combines practical hospitality experience with professional development, helping you build valuable skills while gaining real‑world experience.

Based at Another Place, The Lake, you'll be part of a supportive team, develop your potential, and help create exceptional guest experiences in a spectacular lakeside setting.

We’re looking for a motivated and ambitious individual to enrol on our Degree Apprenticeship Programme. You’ll combine your role at the hotel with a dedicated, paid day of study at the Ambleside campus of the University of Cumbria. During university breaks, you'll also work full‑time hours, gaining valuable experience across the hotel. Our programme is a three‑year commitment and offers a unique opportunity to gain a degree while building valuable industry experience. All tuition fees are covered by Another Place and government funding, providing an alternative path to university.

Our Degree Apprenticeship combines a Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship (CMDA) with hands‑on experience across the hotel, allowing you to develop management expertise while learning in a real working environment. Throughout your three‑year programme, you’ll work across multiple departments, gaining a broad understanding of the business and developing the skills needed to progress into future supervisory and management roles. We anticipate a mid‑August start date at the hotel, with a university induction scheduled for 27 August. Interviews will take place during the weeks commencing 29 June and 6 July.

Essential requirements

• Evidence of successful study at Level 3, A‑Level, or equivalent.
• English and Maths at Level 2 (GCSE grade 4/C or above).
• You must have left full‑time education before the start of the programme.
• Be at least 18 years old.
• Meet the apprenticeship eligibility requirements, including the right to work in the UK.
• UK, EU or EEA residency for at least three years prior to the start of the course.
• Access to your own transport, due to our location.

We're also looking for someone who:

• Is a positive team player who enjoys working collaboratively.
• Has strong organisational and time‑management skills, with the ability to balance work responsibilities and academic study.
• Remains calm and professional under pressure, adapting to changing priorities and business needs.
• Is reliable, responsible, and committed to delivering high standards.
• Is a confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to learn.
• Has relevant industry experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and behaviours needed to succeed on the programme.

There is no upper age limit, and we welcome applications from individuals looking to start, change, or develop their career in hospitality and business management.

Why us?

Warm hospitality and contemporary comfort combine with breathtaking views over Ullswater and the surrounding fells. At Another Place, The Lake, guests come to slow down, reconnect with nature and spend time doing what they love — paddleboarding across the lake, swimming beneath a full moon, exploring the fells and sharing great food with friends and family. Working here means being part of a welcoming community where you can grow your career, develop your skills and help create memorable experiences for our guests in one of the most inspiring settings in the UK.

What we offer

• A relaxed, professional place to work in a beautiful location – right on the shores of Ullswater.
• Excellent career prospects in an ever‑expanding organisation.
• Special rates for you and your friends & family to stay at Another Place and Watergate Bay Hotel.
• Team discounts on treatments in Swim Club.
• Discounts for you and your friends & family to eat at our restaurants: at Ramsbeck, Living Space, Glasshouse and The Brackenrigg.
• Team social events throughout the year.
• Team assistance scheme – a dedicated helpline for support & advice on topics from mental health through to managing your finances.

From discounted stays to training and development opportunities, we’re all about helping our team achieve their personal and professional goals. Located in 18 acres of Lake District National Park, you’ll never be short on inspiration. Ready to start your journey with us? Apply today and join us at The Lake, where we make amazing places come alive.