Are you passionate about plants, the outdoors, and learning new skills? Wiltshire College & University Centre is looking for a motivated and conscientious Apprentice Gardener to join our Grounds Team based at our beautiful Lackham campus. Situated on a historic Georgian estate, the Lackham campus features stunning formal gardens, arboretums, and green spaces. As part of the team, you'll gain hands-on experience in garden design, maintenance, glasshouse care, and plant propagation. Plus, you'll have the unique opportunity to contribute to the upkeep of our other campuses in Chippenham, Trowbridge, and Salisbury on a weekly rotational basis. Apprentice Gardener - Key Responsibilities:

• 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
  
  A passion for horticulture and enthusiasm for working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Eagerness to learn and develop a broad range of practical gardening skills
• Team player with the ability to work independently when required
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work
• Organised with solid communication skills, both verbal and written
• You must have English & Maths qualifications at level 1 or above, Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
  
  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 stands as the largest provider of further and higher education in Wiltshire, significantly contributing to the local economy by equipping individuals with essential skills for success. Our diverse curriculum spans from Level 1 to Level 6, and we operate across four main campuses located in Trowbridge, Chippenham, Salisbury, and Lackham, which specialises in land-based education. We offer a wide array of apprenticeships, along with full-time, part-time, and university-level courses. Notably, our Castle Combe circuit facility is the UK's first trackside motorsport engineering training centre, dedicated to our Motorsport Engineering programs.
  
  Competitive salary.
• 30 days' annual leave for Professional Services Staff (plus bank holidays and additional closure days over the Christmas period).
• You will be automatically enrolled into the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• You will have access to our employee assistance programme (EAP) and enjoy other benefits such as discounts with a wide variety of retailers.
• Free car parking onsite.