Apprentice Gardener

Introduction

We are looking for an apprentice to join our established parks and open spaces team, to gain experience across a wide range of sites to help provide the best quality open spaces for people to enjoy.

About the Employer

Lymington and Pennington town council was created in the mid 1970’s and serves the area of Lymington, Pennington and other neighbouring villages, providing a number of services including a number of formal gardens, parks, playgrounds, sports facilities and conservation areas for residents and visitors to enjoy.

What You'll Do

You will be trained in all aspect of horticulture, to include:

• planting
• pruning
• weeding, grass cutting
• conservation work
• leaf clearance

In addition to the tasks above you will be required to assist with litter picking and snow clearance.

You will also be required, with training, PPE and supervision to operate a variety of machinery to undertake these tasks.

Training Outcome

You may be offered a full time position once you have successfully completed your apprenticeship

Skills Required

• Attention to detail
• Problem solving skills
• Number skills
• Team working
• Initiative
• Physical fitness
• An interest in horticulture
• Can do attitude
• Reliable with good timekeeping

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - C(4) or above
• Essential - GCSE - Maths - C (4 or above
• Desired - Driving - License - Full

Course Information

Course: Horticulture or landscape construction operative (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Agriculture, environmental and animal care

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: 8am-4pm Mon-Thurs 8am-3pm Friday This will included day release to Sparsholt College during term time

Expected Duration: 2 Years 3 Months

Training Provider: SPARSHOLT COLLEGE