Apprentice Landscape Gardener, Mirfield GAVIN JONES LIMITED
This is an opportunity to achieve a qualification and skills in horticulture, while gaining practical experience alongside other horticulturists. Duties include carrying out all maintenance tasks and undertaking all aspects of hard and soft landscaping.
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 10 Dec 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£15,600.00
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Working week
Monday - Friday; shifts to be confirmed.
Total hours per week: 40
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Expected duration
18 Months
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Possible start date
18 Dec 2023
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Date posted
08 Nov 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE) -
Reference number
VAC1000210686
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Positions
1 available
What you will do in your working day
- Carry out all general maintenance tasks
- Practice safe systems of work
- Ensure all tools are stored correctly
- Contribute fully to team working
- Undertake all aspects of hard and soft landscaping and commercial grounds maintenance
- Have the desire to learn and become an asset to the company and themselves
- Within in this vacancy, you will also be required to complete the following
- Planting, plant growth and development; care for plants correctly in different environments
The training you will be getting
- Full Level 2 Horticultural apprenticeship
- Level 2 Horticultural Qualification
- Functional skill if applicable
- First aid qualification
What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship
A permanent position may be offered upon successful completion of the apprenticeship. Opportunity to learn and develop within the company. Progression on to higher apprenticeship / training.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
GAVIN JONES LIMITED
Address
Nurture Landscapes Ltd, 7 Leeds Road
Mirfield
WF14 0BY
Training
Training provider
CENTRAL YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION
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
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
Employer's Application Instructions
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 10 Dec 2023