Introduction

Barnstaple Town Council are offering a fantastic opportunity to join their team as a Horticulture Apprentice. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside like-minded individuals and develop new skills and knowledge.

About the Employer

The Council is made up of 24 elected councillors and supported by a team of 25 officers. Together, we deliver a wide range of services and projects through our Estates and Community Teams, while also leading on major developments and strategic partnerships.

The Council’s work is delivered through several key teams and strategic partnerships.

Barnstaple Town Council are responsible for the care and maintenance of the town’s physical environment. The Estates Team main responsibilities include:

Maintaining highway verges, shrub beds, and sponsored flower beds across the parish.
Managing Rock Park, including play area inspections and maintenance (also supporting neighbouring parishes).
Supports the Barnstaple in Bloom volunteer group.
Providing caretaking and maintenance for Town Council properties.
Delivering town centre maintenance and supports town events, including road closures.

What You'll Do

You will work alongside the rest of the estates team and will be involved in tasks including:

Mowing and strimming
Pruning and hedge maintenance
Maintenance of the surrounding woodland
Maintenance of shrubs and borders
Planting, plant care and maintenance of plants and shrubs
Pest Control
Waste and recycling duties
Low level sports and grounds maintenance

Training Outcome

Following successful completion of your apprenticeship there might be a full time position. You could also opt to progress onto a higher apprenticeship, such as Level 3 Horticulture

Skills Required

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Number skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience

Qualifications

Essential - GCSE - English - 3/D
Essential - GCSE - Maths - 3/D

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: Monday to Thursday 8am - 4pm Friday 8am to 3.30pm

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: CORNWALL COLLEGE

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