Apprentice Greenkeeper TURFGRASS AGRONAMY SERVICES LTD
Turfgrass Agronomy & Services offers the right candidates the opportunity to study and work on a private golf course. The apprentice will have the time to learn from 5 qualified members of the team. Be able to access seminars through BIGGA. Due to the nature of the work and location, a clean UK driving license is desirable.
Closing date: 17 May 2024
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£17,888.00
£8.60 per hour
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Working week
Monday to Friday: 8.00am to 5.00pm, shifts, may work weekends. (40 hours per week: April and October. 45 hours per week: May until September. 35 hours per week: November until March. Weekend work 3-4 hours overtime 1 in 3.
Total hours per week: 40.0
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Expected duration
24 Months
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Possible start date
27 May 2024
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Date posted
22 Apr 2024
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Apprenticeship level
Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE) -
Reference number
VAC1000246255
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Positions
1 available
What you will do in your working day
The job will consist in:
- Daily set up of the Golf Course
- Raking bunkers
- Use of power tools such as blowers and strimmers
- Divoting tees and fairways
- Trim sprinklers
- Maintenance of paths (weeding and edging)
After receiving the appropriate training, the apprentice will be able to use ride on mowers, pedestrian mowers, buggies, top dressers, and aerators.
When required by the Course Manager, the Apprentice Greenkeeper can help the gardeners in their tasks such as:
- Cutting lawn
- Edging
- Blowing/strimming
The training you will be getting
- Level 2 Golf Greenkeeper Qualification
- Level 2 Functional Skills in English and maths
- One day a week for theory and practical at Berkshire College of Agriculture (BCA)
What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship
- Possibility of further employment
- Be able to carry on further studying after the NVQ Level 2
- Tournament experience depending on the individual
- Be able to work on other sports facilities like football, rugby or cricket pitches
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
TURFGRASS AGRONAMY SERVICES LTD
Address
Nyn Park
Well Road
Northaw
EN6 4BW
Training
Training provider
THE WINDSOR FOREST COLLEGES GROUP
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
Business Services
Apprenticeship standard
Golf greenkeeper
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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