Horticulture Apprentice CLIFFORD ESTATE COMPANY LTD

The Clifford Estate Company are offering an exciting opportunity to join their small but friendly team at Ugbrooke House as a Horticulture Apprentice. This is a fantastic opportunity to train as a gardener in a beautiful setting while developing new skills.

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Closing date: 30 Jun 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,982.40

    National Minimum Wage for Apprentices. From 1 April 2023, the National Minimum Wage for apprentices is £5.28 an hour.

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday 8am to 4.30pm.

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    04 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    08 Mar 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000142139

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

The lucky candidate will get to work alongside the garden team to ensure the estate is kept looking its best, all year round.  Your main responsibilities will include:

  • Strimming
  • Weeding
  • Maintaining lawns and flower beds
  • Fencing
  • Chainsaw work
  • Pruning and painting

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

You will be working towards a Level 2 Horticulture and Landscape Operative Apprenticeship Standard.

You will receive on and off the job training and support from an assessor and an apprenticeship advisor.

You will be required to attend Bicton College on a block release basis as part of the apprenticeship training.

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

Emergency first aid: Level 3 award in emergency first aid at work
Pesticides: Level 2 Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides Guidance OR Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of Pesticides

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

It is hoped that the successful applicant, on completion of the apprenticeship will continue within the garden team and have the opportunity to progress towards the roles of supervisor and head of department in time.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative, Proactive, Diligent, Punctuality, Curiosity, Dexterity, Sense of Humour, Enthusiasm, Polite

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C) Desired

Things to consider

Ugbrooke House is a rural location, however there is a bus stop only a very short walk away.

About the employer

Ugbrooke House has a fascinating history covering 900 years and remains the home of the Clifford family. Set within a 3000 acre private estate, the immediate gardens need to be kept immaculate all year round, in keeping with the beautiful house that it encloses. More information on the estate can be found on our website: www.ugbrooke.co.uk

Employer

CLIFFORD ESTATE COMPANY LTD

Address

CLIFFORD ESTATE OFFICE

UGBROOKE PARK

UGBROOKE

TQ13 0AD

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Training

Training provider

CORNWALL COLLEGE

Contact

Liz

01209 617826

Apprenticeship standard

Horticulture or landscape construction operative

Level 2 (GCSE)

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