Sports Turf Operative Level 2 apprentice KING EDWARD'S SCHOOL, BATH

An exciting opportunity to learn your trade at one of the South West’s leading day schools. You will apply the correct rates and range of materials to sports turf surfaces (e.g. grass seed, granular fertilisers, bulky top-dressing, turf and root zone)

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Closing date: 20 May 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £12,313.60

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Monday - Thursday, 07:30 - 15:00 Friday, 07:30 - 14:30. ½ hour lunch break unpaid (Lunch provided in term time)

    Total hours per week: 37.0

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    24 Jun 2024

  • Date posted

    25 Apr 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000247263

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

  • Apply the correct rates and range of materials to sports turf surfaces (e.g. grass seed, granular fertilisers, bulky top-dressing, turf and root zone)
  • Set and mark out the sports turf surface in accordance with the relevant governing body rules (including line marking, the 3-4-5 squaring technique, and marking arcs and semi-circles)
  • Prepare machinery and equipment to ensure their safe and effective use when carrying out sport turf tasks
  • Maintain levels of soil moisture using either irrigation or drainage systems
  • Inspect the condition of sports turf, make observations and communicate findings (e.g. PQS, weeds, pests, diseases, thatch content)
  • Prepare the ground and established grass areas as part of sports turf renovation tasks (e.g. overseeding, turfing)
  • Carry out cylinder mowing of sports turf surface(s) in accordance with set requirements
  • Carry out repair of sports turf surfaces using relevant equipment and machinery (e.g. divot repair, foot hole repair, animal damage)
  • Prepare and safely operate a tractor and it's attachments (including non-mowing attachments)
  • Select and use relevant communication styles (e.g. verbal, written, digital) to convey information to different audiences (e.g. clients, staff, suppliers)
  • Adopts a systematic approach to troubleshooting and solving day-to-day resource or equipment issues
  • Identify a range of turf grasses (vegetative and seed). (Including, perennial ryegrass smooth stalk meadow grass, annual meadow grass, fescue grass (fine), bent grass)
  • Carry out maintenance of sports turf surface using relevant equipment and machinery (including scarification, and aeration)
  • Dispose of waste in a safe and sustainable manner

The training you will be getting

  • Level 2 Sports Turf Apprenticeship Standard
  • Working across King Edward’s School, Bath’s three sites
  • Master Class attendance to Wiltshire College and University Centre Lackham Campus
  • Functional Skills maths and/or English if required

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

  • The perfect place to learn your trade and upon successful completion of the apprenticeship there maybe the opportunity to secure further employment

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Customer care skills, Presentation skills, Logical, Team working, Patience, Physical fitness

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade GSCE grades 2 (E) or above) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade GSCE grades 2 (E) or above) Desired

Things to consider

Must be able to get to and from the place of work in a safe and timely manner.

About the employer

An independent co-ed day school with a reputation for academic excellence and outstanding pastoral care.

Employer

KING EDWARD'S SCHOOL, BATH

Address

North Road Bath

BA2 6HU

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Training

Training provider

WILTSHIRE COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY CENTRE

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

The Apprenticeship Team

apprenticeships@wiltshire.ac.uk

0845 345 2235

Apprenticeship standard

Sports turf 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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