Apprentice gardener
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working outside, takes pride in creating beautiful spaces, and wants to build a long-term career in horticulture.
We have a great reputation and a loyal customer base, and we are looking for someone who will also take pride in their work.
Experience is not essential but an interest in gardening and the outdoors would be an advantage. For the right candidate, we would provide in-depth on-the-job training plus competitive rates of pay. Our gardens always look beautiful, so you'd be learning from the experts.
Assisting with planting, pruning, weeding, and lawn care Learning seasonal garden maintenance techniques Helping maintain flower beds, borders, and landscaped areas Using gardening tools and equipment safely Supporting the team with general grounds keeping duties Mowing lawns, hedge-cutting and pruningTraining:
Horticulture or landscape construction operative Level 2 (GCSE) Standard Typical duration: 24 months Dedicated Performance Coach Functional Skills Maths and English Day release at Merrist Wood
Training Outcome:
There will definitely be the opportunity for a full-time position once the apprenticeship is completed. With a wage increase to reflect the value we have for you and the acknowledgement of the work gone into your apprenticeship.
Employer Description:
Established, family run garden maintenance company with over 20 years experience. Taking care of our loyal customers gardens in and around Dorking, Leatherhead, Bookham and the surrounding villages. We have a great reputation and relationships with our customers and always take pride in our work.
Working Hours :
Number of Hours: Average 8-hour days. This will change seasonally. Winter months will be shorter, and summer months slightly longer. Lunch break length: 30 minutes. Start Time: 8.30am. Finish Time: 5.30pm.
Skills:
Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Patience,Physical fitness