Apprentice Gardener TOPIARUS HORTICULTURE LTD
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a passionate and enthusiastic local person to undertake a horticulture apprenticeship with Topiarus horticulture Ltd based in Chipping Norton. We focus on providing a professional gardening service of the highest standard to our clients across Oxfordshire and the Cotswolds and would like you to join the team!
Closing date: 10 May 2024
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£17,000.00
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Working week
Monday-Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Total hours per week: 40
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Expected duration
18 Months
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Possible start date
03 Jun 2024
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Date posted
13 Mar 2024
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Apprenticeship level
Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE) -
Reference number
VAC1000237438
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Positions
2 available
What you will do in your working day
Core tasks associated to this role include:
- Garden Maintenance
- Weeding
- Pruning
- Hedge Trimming
- Soil & Border Preparation
- Planting – Trees, shrubs & Perennials
- Assist in soft landscaping projects
- Lawn Maintenance
The training you will be getting
Duration:
• 15 months practical training period, plus 3 months for End Point Assessment
Delivery model:
• Work-based training with your employer
• Approximately 12 on-site assessment visits per year
• 14 days college attendance to complete Horticulture Principles and Practice course
• 1 day college attendance to complete Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid course
• 2 days college attendance to complete Level 2 PA1 Pesticides course (theory)
• 2 days college attendance to complete L2 PA6 Pesticides course (practical)
• Level 1 Functional Skills in Maths and English (7 days at college for each, if required)
• Off the job training will count for at least 6 hours a week of an apprentice’s time at work
Qualifications included:
• Level 1 Functional Skills in English and Maths
• Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid
• Level 2 Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides
• Level 2 Award In The Safe Application of Pesticides Using Pedestrian Hand Held Equipment
• Level 2 Horticulture Operative Apprenticeship
End Point Assessment:
• Knowledge test
• Practical assessment
• Professional discussion
What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship
For a succesful apprentice a full time role of Gardener would be offered with future prospects at Topiarus.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
TOPIARUS HORTICULTURE LTD
http://www.topiarus-horticulture.co.uk/
Address
15E Elmsfield Industrial Estate, Worcester Road
Chipping Norton
OX7 5XL
Training
Training provider
ABINGDON AND WITNEY 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
Joshua Harris
apprenticeships@abingdon-witney.ac.uk
01235216216
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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