Apprentice Gardener

Supporting the Head Gardener with seasonal tasks Assist with maintenance and development of the estate Pruning, Hedge cutting, Planting, Weeding & Mulching Lawn care including, mowing, edging, scarifying, feeding Care of Flower beds, shrubs, trees and orchards Safe operation of Horticultural machinery, strimmer’s, hedge cutters, pedestrian mowers and ride on tractors  Ensuring all areas are maintained & Presented to the highest standard Respect the Privacy of the estate owners

Training:
Reaseheath Training will be the apprenticeship provider for this Level 2 apprenticeship The employer will give guidance and support throughout Off-the-job training must make up at least 20% of the apprentice’s contracted hours, over the total duration of the apprentice’s planned training period This Standard apprenticeship may include Functional Skills in maths, English & ICT

Training Outcome:

Open opportunities throughout the horticultural sector, whether that be a career in estate gardening, kitchen gardening garden design, groundskeeping, plant production.

This Job will allow the candidate to build a strong portfolio in a wide range skills and help them see which path is right or best suited for them to take.

Employer Description:

WATKINS PROPERTY VENTURES INVESTMENTS LTD set within 15 acres of formal and informal gardens, orchards, rose gardens, herbaceous borders, cut flower beds, greenhouses, lawns, ponds and woodland, the estate is currently undergoing an exciting programme of development and improvement.

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic gardener to work alongside and support the Head Gardener in maintaining and developing the gardens and grounds to an exceptionally high standard.

Our Head Gardener is a passionate experienced gardener hoping to create opportunities and inspire the next generation of horticulturalists.Together with his team transform and maintain the grounds around the estate.

 

Working Hours :
Monday- 8am- 4pm Tuesday- 8am- 4pm Wednesday- 8am- 4pm Thursday- 8am- 4pm Friday- 8am- 4pm

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Good time keeping