Landscape Gardener Apprenticeship Level 2

Apprentice Gardener and Landscaper.

This is a great opportunity to achieve a qualification in horticulture, while gaining practical skills and experience alongside another horticulturist. Do you have the passion to work outdoors with manual skills that you feel can be of benefit to a long-established family business?

DUTIES

Carry out all general maintenance tasks Practice safe systems of work Ensure all tools are stored correctly Contribute fully to team working Undertake all aspects of garden maintenance, landscaping and commercial grounds maintenance Have the desire to learn and become an asset to the company and themselves You will also be required to complete the following: planting, plant growth and development; care for plants correctly in different environments

PAY and BENEFITS

Starting pay of national minimum apprentice wage, paid monthly in arrears Statutory holiday pay. Currently 28 days pro-rata Statutory sick pay Assistance with fares for college PPE provided while training Periodic performance and pay reviews 

Training:

TRAINING - Day release

Full Level 2 Horticultural apprenticeship Level 2 Horticultural Qualification Functional skill if applicable First aid qualification

TRAINING - On job

Safe use of gardening and other hand tools Safe use of petrol powered gardening machinery (subject to age) Identification and care of plants, shrubs, when and where to plant them Safe working practices related to the above

Training Outcome:

A permanent position may be offered upon successful completion of the apprenticeship. Opportunity to learn and develop within the company. Progression on to higher apprenticeship / training.

Employer Description:
Garden and Landscape Services

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, times to be confirmed.

Skills:
IT skills,Team working,Physical fitness