Grounds Maintenance Apprentice ENVIROCARE MAINTENANCE SOLUTIONS LTD

Envirocare Grounds Maintenance is a nationwide, commercial gardening and grounds maintenance company. Our commercial service has been designed to address the needs of its customers in the commercial and utility markets including business parks, medical facilities, property management companies, residential care homes, hotels and restaurants.

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Closing date: 20 May 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £19,760.00

    £9.50 per hour.

  • Working week

    Summer (Mar-Oct): 42.5 hours per week Winter (Nov-Feb): 35 hours per week 30 minute unpaid lunch break during the day and two 15 minute unpaid breaks.

    Total hours per week: 35

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Jun 2024

  • Date posted

    16 Apr 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000244881

  • Positions

    2 available

What you will do in your working day

Envirocare Grounds Maintenance Ltd is initially looking to recruit two Grounds Maintenance Apprentices to be based at the New Inn Farm, Leyland branch. Day to day tasks of strimming, mowing, pruning, spraying, hand weeding. Clear away grass clippings, dispose of leaves etc. Looking after equipment and cleaning. 

The training you will be getting

Training will be provided in the workplace through Myerscough College where you will work towards a Level 2 Horticulture or Landscape Operative Apprenticeship qualification.

Core Qualifications:

The following qualifications will be required prior to taking the end point assessments:

  • Emergency First Aid
  • Level 2 Principals of the Safe Handling and application or Pesticides Guidance

OR

  • Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of Pesticides

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

  • Progression to operative, trainee team leader, team leader, senior supervisor, manager.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Team working, Willingness to learn, Good communications

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent 2 other subjects (Grade 2-9/E-A*) Essential
GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 2-9/E-A*) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 2-9/E-A*) Essential

Things to consider

There is a bus stop directly outside New Inn Farm, Dawson Lane, Leyland, PR25 5DB and on the opposite side of the road. There is a train station located in Leyland and also on Buckshaw – 15/20 mins walk. You will be expected to work outdoors in all weather conditions. To ensure your application has the best chance of being considered for the vacancy you must provide information on all qualifications undertaken stating highest grades achieved in every subject, paying particular attention to maths and English. Along with this you need to state any previous work experience.

About the employer

Established in the summer of 2005, Envirocare Maintenance Solutions are a nationwide Landscape Maintenance and Playground Maintenance Company. We aim to provide a fully comprehensive service to all sectors of business, from industrial parks to housing associations to hospitals. Envirocare are aware of providing customer satisfaction and our responsibility to the public and environment. We aim to ensure our customers are fully satisfied with the products and services we provide at all times. In order to achieve this aim we rely on the commitment and effectiveness of our employees. It is therefore vital that you enjoy your work and that we work together as a team to achieve our goals.

Employer

ENVIROCARE MAINTENANCE SOLUTIONS LTD

Address

NEW INN FARM

DAWSON LANE

LEYLAND

PR25 5DB

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Training

Training provider

MYERSCOUGH 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

Employer Services

employerenquiries@myerscough.ac.uk

01995642255

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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