Landscape Apprentice P A SPITTLES LANDSCAPES LTD

We are looking for an apprentice landscaper to join our team. We are based in Princes Risborough and work locally in Buckinghamshire and South Oxfordshire. Duties will include paving, turfing, brickwork, fencing, planting and more.

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Closing date: 30 Jun 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £11,700.00

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday - times to be confirmed.

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Jul 2023

  • Date posted

    09 May 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000161424

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

We are looking for a trainee landscaper to join our team. We are based in Princes Risborough and work locally in Buckinghamshire and South Oxfordshire.

Duties might include:

  • Paving
  • Turfing
  • Brickwork
  • Some construction of water features
  • Fencing
  • Patio work
  • Planting
  • Flower bed prep

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

  • College attendance required once a week at Berkshire College of Agriculture campus
  • Level 2 Landscape Construction Operative Apprenticeship
  • Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English unless exempt
  • Level 3 First Aid at Work
  • PA1 Safe Use of Pesticides

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Full-time role available upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Motivated, Enthusiastic

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

Landscape Gardening Company, based in Buckinghamshire.

Employer

P A SPITTLES LANDSCAPES LTD

Address

RIDGE VIEW

SHOOTACRE LANE

PRINCES RISBOROUGH

HP27 9EH

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Training

Training provider

THE WINDSOR FOREST COLLEGES GROUP

Contact

Sarah Hill

shill@bca.ac.uk

01628 827530

Apprenticeship standard

Horticulture or landscape construction operative

Level 2 (GCSE)

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