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Apprentice Garden Landscaper THE HORTICULTURE GROUP LIMITED

An opportunity has arisen at an established garden landscaping company based in Dorchester-on-Thames. This is for an apprentice landscaper – the role of which covers the planning, creation & maintenance of designed landscapes - urban & rural. This is a friendly firm with a huge passion for horticulture & a strong willingness to pass on knowledge.

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Closing date: 30 Sep 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £13,520.00

  • Working week

    8 hours a day Monday to Friday. Start times will vary between 7:30am and 8:30am.

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Oct 2022

  • Date posted

    07 Jun 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000051646

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Hedge Cutting, Lawn Treatments, Mowing, Bed Work, Sports Ground Maintenance, Shrub Maintenance & Pruning & Weed Control
  • Machinery Maintenance
  • Selecting and using tools/equipment, consistent with risk assessments
  • Operate Machinery
  • Client/Customer care/Communication
  • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with colleagues
  • Any other duties as required to achieve the expected standard
  • Laying paving
  • Laying and building brickwork
  • Making patios
  • Building Pergolas
  • Fencing
  • Creation of water features

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

  • You will attend Berkshire College of Agriculture on a day release programme weekly where you will partake in theory based sessions
  • First Aid course and Pa theory of spraying pesticides is part of the course
  • Level 2 Diploma in Landbased Horticulture on completion of Apprenticeship
  • Functional skills in English & Maths unless exempt
  • An assessor will visit you in the work place every eight weeks

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Possibility of a full time post upon completion of Apprenticeship.
  • You will gain satisfaction and self-confidence from knowing your capabilities have been successfully assessed against an established national framework.
  • The professional qualifications behind the Apprenticeship Programme and the experience through the Hortic diploma role will provide you with a great opportunity to progress your career with us and explore development opportunities that are available to you.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Team working, Initiative, Reliable, Enthusiastic, Positive Attitude, Good time management

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 5 / C or above) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 5 / C or above) Desired

Things to consider

This role requires you to be prepared to work outdoors in all weathers, all year round. This is a physical role and heavy lifting will be required. You will sometimes have direct contact with clients so need to be polite and approachable at all times, with a professional attitude.

About the employer

An established garden design and build company, in the horticulture business for 35+ years. We have our own in house garden designer and the owner has had several roles as Head Gardener on large estates before running his own company, as well as working abroad.

Employer

THE HORTICULTURE GROUP LIMITED

Address

65A HIGH STREET

DORCHESTER ON THAMES

WALLINGFORD

OX10 7HN

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Training

Training provider

BERKSHIRE COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE, THE (BCA)

Contact

Sarah Hill

shill@bca.ac.uk

01628 827530

Apprenticeship standard

Horticulture or landscape construction operative

Level 2 (GCSE)

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