Grounds Maintenance/Parish Steward Apprentice (Great Chart with Singleton Parish Council)

The main responsibilities will include:

Grounds maintenance, such as grass cutting, hedge trimming, and general upkeep of public spaces. Open space maintenance, including care for areas like the Community Orchard, which may involve planting, pruning, and supporting biodiversity initiatives. Street furniture maintenance, including regular checks, cleaning, and minor repairs of noticeboards, benches, dog bag dispensers, and street signs. Supporting the maintenance of play parks by conducting routine inspections and assisting with minor repairs to ensure safety and cleanliness. Assisting with other tasks as required, including preparing for community events or helping with small projects across the parish. The position also includes caring for open spaces, such as the Community Orchard. This may involve seasonal tasks such as pruning, planting, and nurturing fruit trees, as well as other general maintenance activities to encourage biodiversity and provide a pleasant environment for the community to enjoy.

You may also be involved in supporting community planting events and other local initiatives aimed at improving and enhancing green spaces.

The role is primarily outdoors, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working in the open air and taking pride in improving their local environment. Some tasks will be completed indoors, such as basic equipment maintenance or record-keeping.

The position is full-time, with standard working hours between 9:00am and 4:00pm, although there is some flexibility around start and finish times.

We are looking for someone who is proactive, reliable, and eager to learn new skills, with a genuine interest in making a positive difference in the local community. This apprenticeship provides the opportunity to develop both practical and transferable skills, setting a strong foundation for future career development.

Training:
Full training to be provided by the employer and KEITS at the place of employment. The applicant will be working towards and gain a Level 2 Horticulture and Landscape Operative Apprenticeship. The learner will be allocated an industry specific training consultant who will provide both remote and on site visits throughout the apprenticeship. The apprentice will work towards an End Point Assessment (EPA) at the end of their apprenticeship. Depending on which apprenticeship pathway your employer chooses to offer within horticulture. You may also need to achieve all or a combination of the following courses before taking your end point assessment: Level 3 award in Emergency First Aid at Work, Level 2 Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides Guidance, Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of Pesticides and Abrasive Wheel. If you would like to read more about the course content for these apprenticeships, please follow the below links:

https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/horticulture-or-landscape-construction-operative-v1-1

https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/horticulture-or-landscaping-supervisor-v1-1

Training Outcome:

The Parish Council’s long-term aim is to expand the Steward’s team, and this apprenticeship offers a comprehensive training programme that will provide valuable, transferable skills for future employment opportunities.

Employer Description:
Great Chart with Singleton Parish Council is responsible for the maintenance and enhancement of local amenities, including play parks, street furniture, and open spaces, while also supporting community projects, events, and local initiatives. We act as a key link between our community and higher levels of local government, ensuring residents’ voices are heard

Working Hours :
37.5 hours per week. Monday to Friday, between 9.00am and 4.00pm. Occasional weekend work may be required.

Skills:
Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Patience,Physical fitness