Apprentice Groundsperson

To maintain, to a high standard, all the school grounds according to seasonal Requirements  Renovation and maintenance of sports turf and non turf surfaces  Cutting and strimming grass to meet the specification for each area using both ride on and pedestrian machines  Tidying and collecting waste  Sweeping and preparing synthetic pitches  Setting up sports equipment such as tennis nets, goals, flags, stumps and boundaries  Line marking  Using both ride-on and pedestrian machines, powered and manual tools including servicing/pre and post use inspection  Assist with maintenance of the formal lawns including plant treatments, aeration, scarifying, verti-cutting and top dressing  Prepare, maintain and clean specialist equipment before and after use  Assist with tree maintenance (subject to training and qualifications)  Chemical applications such as fertilizers and herbicides (subject to training and qualifications)  Erecting small marquees and shelters  Leaf clearance, waste and litter clearance  Use of powered tools (i.e. strimmer's, blowers and hedge trimmers) subject to training  Tractor driving using powered implements 
 

Training:
Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard - Sports Turf Operative: Level 2 Sports Turf Operative - Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours Level 1 Functional Skills English - if required (exemptions apply) Level 1 Functional Skills maths - if required (exemptions apply)

Training Outcome:

Permanent postion on completion of appenticeship.

Employer Description:
Founded in 1604, Blundell’s is a co-educational independent school for pupils aged 11 – 18 years. Boasting excellent facilities and the best in pastoral care, we are committed to providing an outstanding learning experience for all students. Based in 90 acres of beautiful Devon countryside, Blundell’s fosters a friendly and open environment where both students and staff can thrive.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Physical fitness