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Apprentice Golf Greenkeeper Ellesborough Golf Club

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Greenkeeper to start on an apprenticeship scheme. The successful applicant will be given full training and at the end of the contract will be classed as a qualified greenkeeper.

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Closing date: 31 Jan 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £18,720.00

    Up to £9.00 per hour dependant on age and experience.

  • Working week

    40 hours Monday – Friday Weekend shift 5:30am – 9am on a rota basis (generally 1 in 3 weekends).

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Feb 2023

  • Date posted

    09 May 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000042714

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Working within a team of 7 Greenkeepers initially working on basic Greenkeeping duties.

The job role will include:

●    Golf course preparation

●    A range of mowing

●    Presenting & maintaining playing surfaces for golf

●    Using and maintaining handheld/pedestrian/ride-on machinery

●    Preparing & operating a tractor & attachments

●    Renovating & repairing sports turf surfaces

●    Preparing ground for grass/plants

●    Establishing grass/plants

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Training will be on the job and one-day-a-week college day release or online programme with Berkshire College of Agriculture.

Golf Greenkeeper Apprenticeship

Level 2 English and Maths Functional Skills (unless you possess GCSE Grades A-C / 4-9)

You will work with and be trained by successful Greenkeepers with many years of experience in varied roles within the Greenkeeping industry.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

By the end of the programme, the apprentice will know when, how and why the range of maintenance operations are carried out.

The career as a Golf Greenkeeper can take you wherever the game of golf is played.  Working outdoors in a healthy environment and as new countries are embracing the sport and more golf courses are being built, there is no better time to consider joining this great profession.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Initiative, Physical fitness, Strong work ethic, Ability to work alone, Willingness to learn, A safety mindset, Positive attitude towards work

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 9-2 / Level 1 FS / A-E) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 9-2 / Level 1 FS / A-E) Desired

Things to consider

This work is physical and will require you to work in and outdoors in all weathers. You might have contact with members so will need to have a polite manner. You must be prepared for early mornings and working in all weather conditions. The work is physically challenging, and a good level of fitness will be advantageous.

About the employer

Private members golf club established in 1906. Chalk downland golf course with free draining soil and a reputation for fast greens.

Employer

Ellesborough Golf Club

Address

BUTLERS CROSS

ELLESBOROUGH

AYLESBURY

HP17 0TZ

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Training

Training provider

BERKSHIRE COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE, THE (BCA)

Contact

Sarah Hill

shill@bca.ac.uk

01628 827530

Apprenticeship standard

Golf greenkeeper

Level 2 (GCSE)

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