Horticulture or Landscape Construction Operative Apprenticeship PETER ASHLEY LTD
We are looking for a highly motivated Grounds Maintenance Apprentice who can work with our Styal team to deliver an exceptional quality of work. This is an exciting opportunity to join the passionate and friendly team to learn a wide range of horticulture and landscaping skills.
Closing date: 20 Oct 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£12,480.00
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Working week
Monday to Friday 7.30am to 4.00pm.
Total hours per week: 40.0
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Expected duration
24 Months
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Possible start date
23 Oct 2023
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Date posted
29 Aug 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE) -
Reference number
VAC1000194680
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Positions
2 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
- Grass cutting around site using pedestrian mowers (ride on mower when trained)
- Use of strimmers on mown areas and cutting rough areas.
Use of short and long arm hedge cutters - Planting and maintaining Summer and Winter bedding plant schemes
- Hoeing of borders
- Leaf fall collection
- Tree and shrub pruning (using hand tools)
- Helping with small tarmac repairs around site
- Watering of bedding plant schemes
- Minor building repairs / painting work
- Weed control (by hand / hoe and chemical application when the relevant qualification is obtained)
- Maintenance of wild and wildflower areas
- Maintenance of the sites drains (following inductions and suitable length training)
- Daily litter picking around site
- Bin emptying around site
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
- Horticulture or Landscape Construction Operative Apprenticeship Standard
- On the job training and assessment, with regular training sessions in Oldham at Alexandra Park
- Emergency first aid
- English and maths Level 1 Functional Skills
- Pesticides Level 2
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
It is anticipated that there will be a full-time position available for the right candidate upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade A*-D/9-3) Desired
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
PETER ASHLEY LTD
https://www.peterashleyltd.com/
Address
STYAL MOSS NURSERIES
38 MOSS LANE
STYAL
SK9 4LG
Training
Apprenticeship standard
Horticulture or landscape construction operative
Level 2 (GCSE)
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