Horticulture Apprentice

Purpose of Post:

To carry out horticultural maintenance tasks within Golders Hill Park and the Hill Garden and Pergola in accordance with good horticultural practice for the enjoyment, recreation and safety of visitors. To learn amenity horticulture in a public open space environment.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

Garden Maintenance:

To undertake general grass cutting, hedge cutting, irrigation, edge- strimming, pruning, annual seasonal bedding, weeding and clearance/maintenance of drains/gulleys/ponds, under supervision To undertake basic repair, maintenance and installation of fences/barriers/gates/bollards and the repair, maintenance & installation of seats, signs, paths and bins, under supervision Use basic hand/power tools and grounds maintenance equipment under supervision To pick up litter and dispose of it safely using a litter picker and emptying bins including bag removal and bag replacement Sweeping footpaths so as to keep the park in a clean and tidy condition at all times To learn and assist the Gardeners and Team Leaders with hard and soft landscaping projects including the preparation of ground, paving, simple construction, planting including trees/shrubs and other general landscaping operations

Communication and Responsibilities:

To attend regular staff meetings and learn about the site-specific project meetings as appropriate To work as part of a team with the aim of ensuring productive working relationships within the team and with other employees, Team Leaders and external agencies To attend Capel Manor College one day per week as part of the City of London Corporation Apprenticeship Programme, and complete course work and examinations in a timely manner and to the best of your ability

Customer Care:

To provide a visible presence to engender a sense of well-being for visitors and to speak with members of the public to ensure they are aware of the work of the park To assist in promoting the park to local schools, colleges and other park user groups

Health & Safety and Other Matters:

To ensure that you observe departmental safety procedures and use safe working practices specifically regarding PPE, and adherence to COSHH and Risk Assessments, reporting accidents and near misses to your Supervisor/Team Leader Actively seek to implement the City of London’s Occupational Health and Safety Policy in relation to the duties of the post, and at all times give due regard to the health and safety of both themselves and others when carrying out their duties Actively seek to implement the City of London’s Equal Opportunity Policy and the objective to promote equality of opportunity in relation to the duties of the post To undertake any other duties that may reasonably be requested appropriate to the grade

Training:

You will be supported to achieve the Horticulture level 2 apprenticeship. Theoretical training will be delivered by the training provider on a weekly basis. Practical training and support will be given in the workplace allowing you to embed your learning in the working environment. You will receive 6-hours per week to completed course work within your working hours.

Training Outcome:

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, we aim to offer a permanent role within the team if a position is available. Alternatively, we shall endeavour to secure an alternative position within the City of London Corporation. 

Employer Description:

The City Corporation with a rich history that precedes parliament, the City Corporation has been an ever constant throughout history adapting in order to meet modern demands of the City it serves, and is home to some of the world’s most striking modern architecture. The City of London Corporation forms part of London as a whole, along with the 32 London Boroughs who have responsibility for local government services within their local area. Based at the Guildhall the City Corporation looks after and promotes the City of London.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 07:00 - 15:00 with 1-hour unpaid lunch. Flexibility may be required for business needs

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Logical,Team working,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness