Apprentice Sports Turf Operative Blundells School
Accountable to the Head Ground person, you will be responsible for producing sports surfaces to a high and safe standard. This is an excellent opportunity for a smart, ambitious and self-motivated individual to join a friendly environment.
Closing date: 29 May 2022
Apprenticeship summary
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Weekly wage
£192.40
Wages explained
Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).
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Working week
Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.30pm, Saturday, 8.00am - 12.00pm
Total hours per week: 40.00
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Expected duration
21 months
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Possible start date
01 Jul 2022
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Date posted
25 Nov 2021
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Apprenticeship level
Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE) -
Reference number
VAC001795711
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Positions
1 available
Main Duties:
- Pitch Marking
- Mowing including pedestrian and ride-on
- Strimming
- Hedgecutting
- Leaf/debris clearance
- Tractor driving and using implements
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills
- Physically capable – there is some manual work and dexterity required
- Good time keeping
- Capable of being aware of surroundings and can assess dangers
- Shows initiative and actively assists when working with others
- Takes personal responsibility for completing tasks to the required standard
Personal qualities
- Able to develop an organised and methodical approach to work
- Adopts a positive and friendly attitude when working with staff
- Willing to learn new skills
- Willing to follow instructions
- Able and willing to work outside in all weathers
Desired qualifications
- 5 GCSE’s in the A* - E or 9 – 3 range
- Either hold or have the ability to achieve a D - E in English and maths GCSE’s (3 - 4) or Level 1 Functional Skills
- Initial assessment may be required in English and maths
Future prospects
- Apprentices can progress to supervisory level employment within the industry or progress to Level 3 (Advanced Apprenticeship). Advanced Apprentices may progress to higher level employment or Level 4 and 5 training
Things to consider
- This role requires working outside all year
- This is a rewarding role for someone with a good work ethic and positive attitude
About the employer
Training
Training provider
Bridgwater & Taunton College
Applications for this apprenticeship are being processed by Bridgwater & Taunton College
Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard - Sports Turf Operative:
- Level 2 Sports Turf Operative - Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
- Level 1 Functional Skills English - if required (exemptions apply)
- Level 1 Functional Skills maths - if required (exemptions apply)
Apprenticeship standard
Sports turf operative
Level 2 (GCSE)
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