Horticulture Apprentice PRACTICALITY BROWN (HORTICULTURE) LIMITED

An exciting opportunity working full-time as a Horticulture Apprentice working for an established Instant Hedge and Tree nursery in the Iver area. The job will consist of a variety of tasks ranging from propagation, plant care and checking for pests and diseases.

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Closing date: 12 Jan 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £13,520.00

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday - hours to be confirmed.

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    13 Jan 2024

  • Date posted

    04 May 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000160885

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

Practicality Brown – Our Instant Hedge Nursery has an exciting opportunity working as a Full-Time Horticulture Apprentice in the Iver area. They are looking for employees who have a keen interest in Horticulture, take pride in their work, are motivated, reliable, hard working, and enthusiastic.

The job will consist of the following tasks amongst others:

  • Assisting with containerising and establishing instant hedge bags on growing lines
  • General plant care including irrigation system training
  • Hedge trimming
  • Checking for pests and diseases
  • Possible forklift training

The training you will be getting

  • Level 2 Horticulture Operative Apprenticeship
  • Weekly day release into Berkshire College of Agriculture (BCA)
  • Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)
  • Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths & English if required
  • Assessor visits to employer every 6-8 weeks

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

Full-time role available upon successful completion of the apprenticeship at higher wage level.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Initiative, Reliable, Motivated, Positive Attitude

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4 / C or above) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4 / C or above) Desired

Things to consider

This is a physically demanding role and you will be working outside in all weathers. You must be able to get to work.

About the employer

Practicality Brown has grown and supplied Instant Hedges and Semi Mature Trees since the 1980’s. We also carry out some planting in private gardens for clients who buy our products. We pride ourselves in working to a high standard and maintaining a professional and fair culture within the company.

Employer

PRACTICALITY BROWN (HORTICULTURE) LIMITED

Address

IVER STUD

SWAN ROAD

IVER

SL0 9LA

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Training

Training provider

THE WINDSOR FOREST COLLEGES GROUP

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

Contact

Sarah Hill

sarah.hill@windsor-forest.ac.uk

01628 827530

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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