Apprentice Landscape Gardener

Regular activities will include:

Weeding and pruning Lawncare – mowing, scarifying, strimming Hedge trimming Raking, hoeing and leaf-blowing Planting Vegetation clearance and composting

Other project work will include:

Fencing Patio laying Decking Raised beds Sleeper walls Ground preparation and turf laying

Training:

Delivery model:

Work-based training with your employer Approximately 6 on-site assessment visits per year 20 days college attendance to complete Horticulture Principles and Practice course 4 days portfolio building sessions 1 day college attendance to complete Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid course 2 days college attendance to complete Level 2 PA1 Pesticides course (theory) 2 days college attendance to complete Level 2 PA6 Pesticides course (practical) Level 1 Functional Skills in Maths and English (7 days at college for each, if required) Off the job training will count for at least 6 hours a week of an apprentice’s time at work

Qualifications included:

Level 1 Functional Skills in English and Maths Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid Level 2 Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides Level 2 Award In The Safe Application of Pesticides Using Pedestrian Hand Held Equipment Level 2 Horticulture Operative Apprenticeship

End Point Assessment:

Knowledge test Practical assessment Professional discussion

Training Outcome:
There may be an opportunity to continue working with the company, either directly or sub-contract, or alternatively to establish your own business with the skills learnt.

Employer Description:
Landscape gardening and garden maintenance business operating in and around the Burford/Witney area. This is a small business (1-2 employees) with a regular customer base for routine gardening work, and a frequent and varied selection of landscape gardening projects.

Working Hours :
8.00am to 4.00pm, Monday to Thursday. Occasional overtime available.

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