Apprentice gardener

Growing fruit and veg Maintenance of Beds and pathways Pruning Compost and mulching Lawncare Hedge and shrub work Propagating

Training:

Emergency first aid: Level 3 award in emergency first aid at work.

Pesticides: Level 2 Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides Guidance OR Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of Pesticides.

English and maths: Apprentices without level 2 English and maths must achieve level 1 and take the test for level 2 before taking the end-point assessment.

Qualification achieved: L2 Horticulture/Landscape Operative.

Training Outcome:
Potential future job for the right candidate to be employed on a full-time basis on completion of apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
A organic farm and estate in the Oxfordshire

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday 7.30am - 4.30pm Summer hours 7.30am - 3.30pm Winter hours

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Patience,Physical fitness