Clean & Green Apprentice Derbyshire Dales District Council

The overall aim of the Apprenticeship Programme is to enable the post holder to develop their knowledge and skills through experience as well as via apprenticeship training. The apprentice will learn how to undertake a range of grounds and public realm maintenance and development work and learn how to use a range of equipment safely.

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Closing date: 30 Apr 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,177.96

    Explanation of the District Council's Apprentice Pay Policy approved from 1st April 2022 and reviewed annually. The District Council follows national rates plus 10% to the age of 20.

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday weekly (37 hours a week) Times of shifts are to be confirmed

    Total hours per week: 37.0

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    27 Feb 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000136012

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • The post holder will learn how to undertake a range of grounds and public realm maintenance and development work to include horticulture
  • They will gain the skills to use a range of equipment and machinery including leaf blowers and grass cutting equipment
  • They will learn how to work safely and to ensure relevant health and safety requirements are complied with at all times

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

The Apprentice will undertake Horticulture or landscape operative, Level 2 (GCSE) provided by The Derby College Group. The training will be delivered onsite at Broomfield College, Ilkeston, DE7 6DN and will be on a day a week basis.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

At the end of the two-year programme it is anticipated that the Apprentice will become employment ready and will be given the opportunity to apply for available employment opportunities within the District Council.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Team working, Initiative, Physical fitness

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade 3 or D) Essential

Things to consider

Applicants must have a willingness to work in a range of outside spaces, some involving unpleasant conditions and in all weathers.

About the employer

Derbyshire Dales District Council may be a small rural council but what we may lack in size is more than made up by the scale of our corporate ambition and record of achievement. We have a strong ‘One Team, One Council’ culture which recognises the contributions of every individual and nurtures a strong culture of team working across the whole organisation.

Employer

Derbyshire Dales District Council

Address

Northwood Depot

Harrision Way

Darley Dale

DE4 2LF

Contact

Chrissie Symons

chrissie.symons@derbyshiredales.gov.uk

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Training

Training provider

DCG

Apprenticeship standard

Horticulture or landscape construction operative

Level 2 (GCSE)

Employer's Application Instructions

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 30 Apr 2023