Crop Technician Apprenticeship - Arable, Soil Based Burden Bros
A diverse company with lots to learn in different parts of agriculture, in a safe family environment. You will learn to work independently and as part of a team and have a mentor to learn from on a daily basis. You will be dealing with Crop Establishment and Vehicle Operation as part of your Crop Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship.
Closing date: 08 Sep 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£10,296.00
Wages will be discussed at interview stage
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, 7.00am - 3.00pm
Total hours per week: 37.5
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Expected duration
24 Months
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Possible start date
11 Sep 2023
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Date posted
28 Apr 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000158890
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
Throughout the apprenticeship, you will work through the following whilst also promoting and maintaining health & safety and security.
- Crop Management
- Harvest
- Storage
- Maintenance & Preparation
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
- Crop Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
- Training will be provided by North Kent College and will be delivered on a day release programme
- As your employer, we will provide guidance and support throughout the apprenticeship and a mentor will be assigned to you
- Off-the-job training must make up at least 20% of your contracted hours, this is over the total duration of the apprenticeship training period
- Qualifications received on succesful passing of the apprenticeship will include; Level 2 Award in Safe use of Pesticides and 1 other unit (of your choosing) and Level 3 award in Emergency First Aid at Work
- Apprentices must achieve Level 2 in English and maths prior to undertaking the End Point assesment for this apprenticeship, if they have not already achieved this
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
- Possibility of full time position upon successful completion of apprenticeship and a proven strong work ethic and commitment through training period
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade Grade 4 / (C and above)) Desired
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
Burden Bros
Address
Old Rides Farm
Leysdown Road
Sheerness
ME12 4BD
Training
Training provider
NORTH KENT COLLEGE
Apprenticeship standard
Crop technician
Level 3 (A level)
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