Grounds & Gardens Apprentice

Job Responsibilities

Assist with the day-to-day maintenance of gardens, lawns, sports pitches and landscaped areas. Carry out tasks such as mowing, edging, strimming, hedge cutting, pruning, planting, watering and weeding under guidance. Help prepare and maintain sports pitches and facilities, including line marking, aeration, seeding, and top dressing. Learn and apply safe use of machinery and tools such as mowers, strimmers, hedge trimmers, blowers and hand tools. Assist with seasonal tasks such as leaf clearance and planting schemes. Follow all health and safety protocols. Learn and maintain high standards of presentation across the estate. Attend training sessions, college courses and assessments as required by the apprenticeship program. Work effectively as part of a team and communicate well with staff, students and visitors.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Genuine interest in horticulture, sports turf, gardening or grounds management. Willingness to learn and undertake formal training. Positive, proactive attitude with good teamwork skills. Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks safely. Reliable, punctual and committed to the apprenticeship program. Willingness to work outdoors in all conditions. Willingness to work at height. Full Driving Licence.

Training:

Day release during term-time to Sparsholt College, Winchester.

Training Outcome:

Opportunities to stay at college and progress in Sports Turf Management and/or Gardening.

Employer Description:
Winchester College was a pioneering institution when it was founded in 1382 and continues to be a global leader in education today. Renowned for its intellectual excellence and impressive academic record, Winchester is sought after for its combination of superb teaching, outstanding pastoral care, and an exceptional breadth of sports and other activities.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 7:30am – 4:30pm with an hour's unpaid lunch. This will include occasional weekend work on a rota-based system as well as additional evening hours to cover sporting fixtures, college events and additional workloads, as required.

Skills:
Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness,Driving