Horticulture Apprentice FALMOUTH TOWN COUNCIL

We have an exciting opportunity for a Horticulture Apprenticeship. You'll join the Council's Grounds maintenance team to start your career in Horticulture. You'll undertake a range of horticulture and grounds maintenance duties, in Falmouth's cemeteries, parks and gardens, that will benefit residents and visitors.

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Closing date: 11 Dec 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,158.72

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    You will be working on a rota basis, with shifts to be discussed at interview. Some weekend working may be required. Days and shifts TBC.

    Total hours per week: 37.0

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    08 Jan 2024

  • Date posted

    11 Oct 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000204713

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

You'll undertake a range of horticulture and grounds maintenance duties principally in Falmouth cemeteries where you'll be based, and on occasions in the town's parks and gardens, that will benefit residents and visitors. You'll gain valuable experience and knowledge in horticulture and be supported to achieve your apprenticeship with on and off the job training.

You'll support the Grounds team with horticulture and landscape tasks including:

  • Working with the team to maintain a range of outside spaces for residents and visitors
  • Planting and turfing, grass cutting and tree works
  • Propagation and nursery tasks
  • Weed and pest control
  • Vegetation management
  • Hard landscaping

You will undertake regular on and off the job training and you need to be able to travel to Duchy College Rosewarne one day a week.

The training you will be getting

  • You will be working towards a Horticulture & Landscape Operative Intermediate Apprenticeship Level 2 which includes;
    • Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work 
    • Lantra Awards Level 2 Award in Safe Use of Pesticides OR City and Guilds Level 2 Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides
    • Lantra Awards Level 2 Award in the Safe Application of Pesticide Using Hand Held Equipment OR City and Guilds Level 2 Award In The Safe Application of Pesticides Using Pedestrian Hand Held Equipment
    • City and Guilds NPTC Level 2 Certificate of Competence in the Safe Use of Abrasive Wheel Machines or Lantra Abrasive Wheel Machines Course
  • Functional skills level 2 in English and maths is also required for applicants with less than a grade 4/D
  • Training will be provided by Duchy College, Rosewarne, Camborne. 
  • Training will be one day a week.
  • You will receive on and off the job training and support from an assessor and your employer.
  • You’ll also be trained to use plant and machinery including a ride-on mower, mini digger, dumper and pedestrian machinery.

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

You will be given the support to develop your skills to gain a full-time role in horticulture with Falmouth Town Council at the end of your apprenticeship.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Diligent

Qualifications

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

About the employer

Falmouth Town Council is ambitious in its projects and passionate about local service delivery for residents, communities and visitors. We offer a pension and other benefits. You will be given the support to develop your skills to gain a full-time role in horticulture with Falmouth Town Council at the end of your apprenticeship. For an informal discussion about the job please call Simon Penna, Grounds Manager on 07535003777

Employer

FALMOUTH TOWN COUNCIL

Address

FALMOUTH TOWN COUNCIL

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TR11 3QA

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Training

Training provider

CORNWALL COLLEGE

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

Abbie

01209 616422

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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