Grounds Apprentice

Maintaining and improving the 1x 11v11 adult, 1x 11v11 youth and 1x 9v9 grass pitches as well as the fullsized 11v11 artificial 3G surface. Maintaining and improving all surrounding natural and decorative areas on site that are off of the playing surfaces, including but not restricted to: main reception, carpark, site boundaries. Support the facility management in the planning and delivery of annual pitch renovations.

Training:
On successful completion of the Sports Turf Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship, you will hold the qualification of the Apprenticeship Standard. On site training. FA first aid and safeguarding qualifications Up to level 3 Grounds Management Association pitch care online courses. All training online or onsite at WCFA, with some visits to other FA sites and hubs in our counties. 

Training Outcome:
Facility Grounds Opperative  Facility Assistant  Duty Manager 

Employer Description:
Wiltshire FA is the not-for-profit, governing body of football in Wiltshire. We grow participation, promote diversity and regulate the sport for everyone to enjoy. With 1000 teams and in excess of 19,000 players of all ages and abilities playing in the County, Wiltshire FA is proud to support football for all. Our role is to grow participation, promote diversity and regulate the game for everyone to enjoy, so whether you're a player, parent, club official or referee we want to support and continue to improve your football experience in the county. Educate. Develop. Support. These principles have driven Wiltshire FA's work since it was founded in 1884.

Working Hours :
Green Lane is open from 9:00am until 10:00pm weekdays & 9:00am to 5:00pm on weekends. Shifts will be mostly daytime to complete pitch and grounds maintenance/preparation as well as 1 to 2 evening or weekend days per week on a rota.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative