Apprentice Landscape Site Operative WEST LINDSEY LANDSCAPES LTD
We are offering the right candidate the opportunity to join an established, dynamic team delivering exceptional soft and hard landscaping schemes. The chance to gain work experience whilst securing a recognised qualification in the horticultural sector. Fully supported so the candidate can achieve their full potential.
Closing date: 01 Dec 2024
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£14,560.00
Pay can be negotiable, for the right candidate.
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Working week
The working week is Monday to Friday, 7am to 4pm plus travel time
Total hours per week: 40.0
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Expected duration
24 Months
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Possible start date
12 Dec 2024
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Date posted
09 May 2022
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Apprenticeship level
Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE) -
Reference number
VAC1000041468
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Positions
2 available
What you will do in your working day
The position will be to undertake landscaping duties under supervision on various commercial contracts, to include, but not exculsively:
Topsoil preparation,
Turf laying,
Membrane laying,
Seed sowing,
Planting,
Mulch/Gravel Spreading,
Safely using power hand tools, such as rotavators, drilling augers, hedge cutters, mowers and strimmers.
To provide assistance with various elements of hard landscaping.
The training you will be getting
A work based programme delivered by Riseholme College with weekly attendance and supported by ourselves, the duration of which is 15 - 24 months.
You will gain a qualification upon completion ::
Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in Horticulture: Landscaping, including Level 2 Diploma in Work-based Horticulture (Landscaping), Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work and Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of Pesticides
You will be expected to make necessary travel arrangements to attend college.
What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship
The company is growing at pace, and as such we are looking to build a successful team of qualified landscapers. We offer a successful and fulfilling career within West Lindsey Landscapes. As the teams grow, supervisory positions will become available for the right candiates.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
WEST LINDSEY LANDSCAPES LTD
http://www.westlindseylandscapes.com/
Address
Furrowlands
Manor Farm,
Newton-on-Trent,
LN1 2ZB
Contact
Kellie Gavin
Training
Training provider
BISHOP BURTON COLLEGE
Adjustments for experience
You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:
- training
- qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
- industry or sector experience
Apprenticeship standard
Horticulture or landscape construction operative
Level 2 (GCSE)
Demonstrating experience
If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.
You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications
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