General Farm Worker Apprentice

Assisting in the care and welfare of farm livestock and small animals, to include grooming, feeding and mucking out To interact with visitors, lead demonstrations and take part in discussions, animal activities and group tours To assist with seasonal activities and events including lambing, sheep shearing, pumpkin picking, sunflowers event, and other large-scale events held at Forge Mill Farm and Sandwell Park Farm Help to maintain farmland and farm yard areas, within the Sandwell Valley locality Help staff to carry out their duties and ensure the safety and security of the farm building and its equipment Assist with the engagement and supervision of college students and schools groups that visit the farms

Training:

At the end you will gain a Level 2 General Farm Worker Qualification.  This will include any Functional Skills as appropriate. The apprenticeship training will be delivered in the workplace, as you will receive visits from a college assessor. The apprenticeship will also include a proportion of 20% Off The Job Training and a robust programme of Apprentice Training provided by Sandwell Council to include Workplace Professionalism and Equality and Diversity.

Training Outcome:

This apprenticeship is a fixed term 12-month contract. However, the skills, knowledge and experience gained in this apprenticeship will allow you to gain future opportunities in the sector.

Employer Description:
Sandwell is a large, multicultural metropolitan borough situated in the heart of the Black Country, to the west of Birmingham, within the West Midlands conurbation and with a population of over 280,000. The Council is one of the largest employers in the Borough with employees in a variety of occupations, providing a comprehensive range of services. For more information about Sandwell Council’s apprenticeship programme and our recruitment process please visit our YouTube channel. Find out more information on Sandwell’s Values and Behaviours on the council’s webpage. For more information on careers in local government you can view a copy of the Local Government Career Guide.

Working Hours :
Between 7am & 4pm. 5 days out of 7 on a Rota system - to include bank holidays and weekends (TBC). This is a 7 day service, as the animals must still be cared for every day, whatever the weather

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness,Work in all weathers,Interest in Animals,Wear a uniform,Follow instructions,Friendly attitude