Apprentice Gardener

Maintain and develop the gardens and arboretums on our picturesque campus Assist with glasshouse care and plant propagation projects Support the weekly upkeep of grounds across our three additional campuses Learn from experienced team members who have progressed through the apprenticeship program

Training:
You will attend the apprenticeship classes once a week at the Lackham campus

Training Outcome:

The Apprentice will have the potential to progress onto Level 3 qualifications. With guidance from team members who have successfully transitioned from apprentices to full-time employees, you’ll have every opportunity to develop your career.

Employer Description:
Wiltshire College & University Centre plays a vital role in Wiltshire’s economy, inspiring people to develop the skills they need to achieve. Our four campuses are learning hubs in their communities, and we aspire to be an outstanding, financially robust, and commercially agile provider, achieving our clear social mission on behalf of learners and employers across Wiltshire and beyond. Our turnover is around £42 million per annum, we employ some 650 staff, and support around 11,500 students. Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education.’ This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the children’s barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates. We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.

Working Hours :
Monday -Thursday, 8:30am to 5:00pm & Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm with 1-hour unpaid lunch break each day. One day will be to attend college.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Team working,Passion for Horticulture