Apprentice Landscaper

Starting immediately your duties may include:

Hardscaping skills:

Assisting in the carrying out of landscaping work including the construction, creation and repair of paths, steps, paved areas, walls, fences, ponds, garden sheds etc Undertaking general constructional work including fencing, decking, re-surfacing of footways and drives and other work of a similar nature Preparation for landscape construction and cleaning debris

Ground Maintenance skills:

Maintaining gardens e.g. grass mowing, edging, litter picking, general pruning, sweeping, and maintenance of plant borders, and plant displays, hanging baskets, etc. Assisting with the maintenance and development of ornamental areas including planting, pruning and hedge work Arranging and planting trees, shrubs, plants and bedding

Christmas tree installation:

Installing and de-stalling, lighting and dressing Christmas trees for a variety of high-end clients across the country

Health and Safety:

Health and Safety in the work place - keeping your colleagues and yourself safe Becoming conversant and skilled in the use of hand tools, pedestrian machines and appropriate powered hand tools which are used in the maintenance of horticultural features Undertaking routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment using appropriate equipment

Training:

Duration:

15 months practical training period, plus 3 months for End Point Assessment

Delivery model:

Work-based training with your employer Approximately 12 on-site assessment visits per year 14 days college attendance to complete Horticulture Principles and Practice cours 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 L2 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

What next?

Working and learning in the horticulture and landscape industries is rewarding, offers a diverse range of employment and further training opportunities

Training Outcome:
Full time positions available

Employer Description:
We are looking for creative individuals to join our well established and dynamic team, working under supervision and learning all aspects of landscaping. 4thD will create a suitable program for your needs (based on your current skills and experience) where you will receive on-the-job training, college training and off-site specific skill training as necessary. You must: • Be able to demonstrate a keen interest in landscaping and/or horticulture • be hard working, self-motivated, ambitious and willing to learn • enjoy manual work • be keen to work outdoors • have a creative mind and pay attention to detail • possess good organisational skills • be able to work individually and in a team • be flexible in working hours (longer days in summer/shorter in winter) • Driving licence would be advantageous

Working Hours :
Working hours between 7.30am and 5.30pm. Days to be confirmed.

Skills:
Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness,Flexible working hours