Horticulture Apprentice

You will work in ODS Group Parks & Open Spaces in keeping with good horticultural practice, with a particular emphasis on quality of work. You will learn to use and maintain a full range of horticultural equipment.

Carry out all aspects of countryside work Use and maintain a range of land-based equipment including ride-on machinery, strimmer's and hedge cutters Regularly attend college and complete all apprenticeship course work. Level 2 Horticulture Apprenticeship, Abingdon & Witney College – Common Leys Farm Campus and Abingdon Campus. When qualified, drive ODS vehicles in accordance to the ODS Drivers Handbook Work safely at all times, leave workplaces clean and tidy to maintain high standards Work well with colleague and proactively complete all work to a satisfactory standard Assist in completing work sheets/recording work as required Communicate clearly to colleagues and supervisors at all times Undertake any other appropriate duties required by the management team

Maintain the ODS reputation for great customer service through actions and conduct.

Training:

Duration:
• 15 months practical training period, plus 3 months for End Point Assessment

Delivery model:
• Work-based training with your employer
• Approximately 12 on-site assessment visits per year
• 14 days college attendance to complete Horticulture Principles and Practice course
• 1 day college attendance to complete Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid course
• 2 days college attendance to complete Level 2 PA1 Pesticides course (theory)
• 2 days college attendance to complete L2 PA6 Pesticides course (practical)
• Level 1 Functional Skills in maths and English (7 days at college for each, if required)
• Off the job training will count for at least 6 hours a week of an apprentice’s time at work 

Qualifications included:

• Level 1 Functional Skills in English and maths
• Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid
• Level 2 Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides
• Level 2 Award In The Safe Application of Pesticides Using Pedestrian Hand Held Equipment
• Level 2 Horticulture Operative Apprenticeship End Point Assessment:
• Knowledge test
• Practical assessment
• Professional discussion

Training Outcome:
Gardener Snr Gardener Team Leader Manager

Employer Description:
At ODS, we take pride in our role in making Oxford a world-class city. From waste collection to maintaining roads and parks, our team works tirelessly to ensure the city remains vibrant and beautiful. It's tough work, but it's incredibly rewarding. Joining ODS means joining a team of dedicated professionals who care deeply about their work and their community. Our employees are the backbone of our success, and we value their commitment and passion.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 8:30-4:30.

Skills:
Communication skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Keen to learn,develop skills,undertake physical work,utilise tools,Strong team-work ethos