Working towards an Level 2 in Horticulture over 2 years of on the job and supported learning, conducted both on and off site and online with a dedicated tutor and wider training provided through on the job training.
This is an ideal role to start your career in the Horticultural industry learning all the required skills and practices to become a qualified Gardener Skills and experiences: The successful candidate will possess some or all the following skills:
Educational Certificates to demonstrate a good standard of numeracy and English grammar
Effective oral and written communication skills necessary to meet the duties of the post
Experience of a customer servicing role or training will be an advantage
An interest in working in a park or landscape environment
Ability to work outside in all weather conditions
Ability to develop new skills in horticulture and a willingness to learn about plants and landscaping
Aptitude to communicate effectively with colleagues and members of the public
Ability to establish and sustain good working relationship within a team environment
Training:
Horticulture Operative Apprenticeship Level 2
Functional Skills where required
Training Outcome:
The aim is to offer a permanent position once the apprenticeship is successfully completed
Employer Description:We care about your outdoor spaces. Whether you are a private business, a charity, a housing association, or a place of worship, your buildings will sit within an outdoor space and your grounds will need commercial grounds maintenance. Your clients will park their cars and walk to your front door, your employees will begin their working day by walking through your outdoor space. People will go to and from their houses across your grounds. The public will pass by. What do you want them to see?
Green spaces are moments of tranquillity in a hectic urban landscape. They allow people space to breathe, time to gather their thoughts. Green areas allow the eyes room to wander and the mind to expand. Together we can help you to optimise your grounds. Endless tarmac, with straggly shrub beds and windblown leaves, never inspired anyone. But carefully designed and discretely maintained green spaces can benefit us all. Working Hours :Monday to Friday 7am to 4pm, 7.30 start in the winterSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Team working,Physical fitness....Read more...
This apprenticeship is designed to provide exposure to a wide variety of practical horticulture operational work environments over the period of the apprenticeship including: parks, play spaces, sports & recreation grounds, cemeteries and amenity green spaces
The aim is to develop the skill, knowledge and experience base of the apprentice so they are able to support Environmental Services in any relevant work area
Training:
Level 2 Horticulture Apprenticeship Standard completed on a day release basis
Training Outcome:
The successful candidate on completion of their apprenticeship will have the opportunity to apply for any related vacancies as and when they arise
Employer Description:Hartlepool is a vibrant and energetic town. As an authority we want to make Hartlepool the best it possibly can be and want dedicated, driven and committed staff to help us achieve that. The authority is structured into 5 departments: Children & Joint Commissioning Services, Adult & Community Based Services, Finance, IT and Digital Services, Development, Neighbourhoods & Regulatory Services and Legal, Governance and HR collectively the departments provide vital services to the publicWorking Hours :For 3 weeks of the month the hours are:
Monday - Thursday, 7.30am - 3.30pm and Friday, 7.30am - 3.00pm.
For 1 week of the month the hours are:
Monday to Thursday 7.30 to 4.00pm
Friday 7.30am to 12.30pmSkills: Communication skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness....Read more...
Soft landscaping
Planting inc trees
Irrigation
Small tree pruning
All forms of maintenance.
We occasionally sway into more forms of carpentry, creating raised beds and all forms of lawn edging.
Training:Duration:• 15 months practical training period, plus 3 months for End Point Assessment
Delivery model:• Work-based training with your employer• Approximately 6 on-site assessment visits per year• 20 days college attendance to complete Horticulture Principles and Practice course• 4 days portfolio building sessions• 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 Level 2 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 discussionTraining Outcome:Full time employment and following on to an opening for team manager - to lead a team, quoting jobs and organising staff and work schedules.
A potential for future study subsidised by Two Oaks Landscapes in order to benefit the company’s ability to offer more or better-quality services.Employer Description:A small, dynamic business providing high end soft landscaping, maintenance and planting schemes for private domestic gardens. We have been established since 2017.
We strive to be as eco-friendly as possible, choosing to be 95% battery powered. As well as having biodiversity at the heart of all of our day to day decision making. We pride ourselves on quality and our adaptability to ensure the client gets the best possible service.Working Hours :Additional weekend work if required where you will be paid at an overtime rate.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Team working,Creative,Physical fitness....Read more...
Maintaining the grounds and landscapes of private clients and businesses
Constructing small scale builds, such as decking areas and patios
Planting and maintaining lawns, flowers and shrubberies.
Ensuring soil is kept in good condition by using suitable fertilisers
Winter maintenance
Using heavy equipment such as chainsaws, mowers and strimmers
Training:Horticulture or Landscape Construction Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard:
On-the-job training
Off-the-job training
Day release traing to SMB College - Brooksby Campus
Training Outcome:
This apprenticeship could lead to full time employment with the company
Employer Description:A Leicestershire landscape garden business, a small but friendly welcoming team.Working Hours :Days and timings to be discussed with the employer.Skills: Attention to detail,Enthusiasm,Time keeping,Can do attitude,Willing to learn,Knowledge of hand tools....Read more...
Our maintenance services include:
Lawn care
Hedge works
Pruning
Leaf clearance
Weeding
Cultivation
Composting
Mulching
Perennial plant care including division
Training:
Horticulture or Landscape Construction Operative Level 2 (GCSE) Apprenticeship Standard
Dedicated Performance Coach
Functional Skills maths and English depending on grades
Day release Merrist Wood
Training Outcome:
Expansion to another team
Team Leader
Employer Description:Established horticultural management company, established 16 years agoWorking Hours :Days to be confirmed between the hours of 8.00am - 3.30pm.
Lunch break 30 mins.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness,Good organisation,Enjoy the outside,Friendly....Read more...
Hard landscaping: paving, decking, fencing, retaining walls
Soft landscaping: planting, turfing, soil preparation
Garden structures and features
Site preparation and tool use
Landscape design basics and interpretation of plans
Training:Horticulture or Landscape Construction Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard:
On-the-job training with experienced landscapers
Support towards completing formal qualifications
Opportunities to work on a variety of high-quality projects across London
A supportive, creative, and professional working environment
Training Outcome:
Permanent role
Employer Description:We are an award winning landscaping company, specialising in high-end, luxury design and builds.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.30pmSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness,Enthusiastic,Ideally driver's license....Read more...
Punctual and positive attitude
Hard working ethic
Assist in the day to day running of a landscape construction site
Comply with H&S
Assist the skilled landscaper with their duties on site
Training:
Horticulture or landscape construction operative Level 2 (GCSE) Standard
Typical duration: 24 months
Dedicated performance coach
Day release at Merrist Wood
Functional Skills maths and English
Training Outcome:
Possibility of a full-time position within the company and prospect for a long term carrier progression, into team leader rolls and management
Employer Description:A fast-growing domestic Landscape construction Business, striving to provide a high end, customer service driven experience.
We aim to be an industry leading business with the best staff building the best gardens.Working Hours :Number of Hours: 40
Working days: 5
Lunch break length: 30 minute lunch break.
Start Time: 7:30 meet time at yard may vary slightly. Start at 08:00
Finish Time: 16:00Skills: Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Team working,Physical fitness,Self driven....Read more...
Grass cutting
Sports pitch maintenance
Weeding & planting
Meadow cutting
General grounds maintenance tasks
Fencing
Other duties aimed at improving biodiversity
Training:
Horticulture or Landscape Construction Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard
To attend Bicton Campus on a block release (10 weeks in total)
Training Outcome:
Once qualfied the apprentice will be able to move to a career in the Grounds Maintenance field. They will be able to apply for any suitable vacancies within TDC.
Employer Description:Located in Northern Devon, we're the Local Authority for the area of Torridge. We look after our residents and visitors providing a wide range of services. All this in an area of 984 square km with a population of 67,000, it's no easy task but our team of around 280 employees are integral to supporting our local area and working hard to provide the best positive service for our customers.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 7.30am - 3.30pm (3pm on Fridays).
May include some weekend workingSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Physical fitness....Read more...
Assisting with installation of paving and patios
Preparing and laying turf or seeding lawns
Digging, planting and maintaining flower beds
Assisting to erect fences and gates
Grass cutting with mowers or strimmers
Hedge trimming and pruning shrubs
Weeding and applying mulch
General garden tidying and waste removal
Loading/unloading tools and materials
Maintaining and cleaning tools and equipment
Learning to use landscaping machinery safely
Supporting qualified landscapers on site
Following all health & safety procedures
Training:Training will be delivered by Myerscough College where you will work towards the Level 2 Horticulture / Landscape Construction Operative Apprenticeship qualification.
Delivery is work-based using blended learning technologies on the employer’s premises. There is an expectation that 20% of the working week will be off the job training, which is a legal requirement. The apprentice will also need to attend college courses to complete the required additional qualifications.Training Outcome:Full time role as a landscape operative.Employer Description:We carry out Landscaping & Garden Maintenance mainly for domestic dwellings, with some light commercial work. Work includes grass cutting to full garden designs.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.00am - 4.00pm, with 30 minute lunch break.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Team working,Creative,Interest in landscaping,Willing to work outdoors,Punctual,Reliable,Positive attitude,Strong work ethic,Tidy in their work....Read more...
The successful candidate will be involved in all gardening related activities such as; maintaining perennial boarders, pruning, spraying, mowing, weeding, trimming, watering, fertilising, mulching, vegetable, fruit harvesting, and propagation
Assisting the gardening team with the maintenance of the estate grounds and ensuring cleanliness of communal areas
To obtain training on how to operate and maintain specialised equipment for grounds keeping, making sure that all machinery is ready for use safely and is cleaned and placed away after use
To follow all required health and safety regulations, making sure that personal protective equipment (PPE) is used correctly, that machinery is pre-inspected, and that clear instructions are followed for each task provided
Carrying out other tasks as applicable to the highest standard
Training:
Horticulture or landscape construction operativeLevel 2 Apprenticeship Standard
This programme will be delivered through a combination of practical hands-on and theory based activities, which are scheduled one day a week at the Berkshire College of Agriculture campus
Training Outcome:
Suitable candidates will have an opportunity of applying for permanent employment
Employer Description:A private stud estate near Hurley is looking for two apprentice gardeners to join a team of experienced horticulturists and grounds people to maintain their newly landscaped gardens.
Among some of the gardens will include, English cottage style gardens, two cut flower gardens, two kitchen gardens, a Japanese garden and cascade water feature gardens.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.30pmSkills: Organisation skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness,Independent Working,Proactive....Read more...
Grass cutting around site using pedestrian mowers (ride-on mower when trained)
Use of strimmers on mown areas and cutting rough areas.Use of short and long arm hedge cutters
Planting and maintaining summer and winter bedding plant schemes
Hoeing of borders
Leaf fall collection
Tree and shrub pruning (using hand tools)
Helping with small tarmac repairs around the site
Watering of bedding plant schemes
Minor building repairs/painting work
Weed control (by hand/hoe and chemical application when the relevant qualification is obtained)
Maintenance of wild and wildflower areas
Maintenance of the site's drains (following inductions and suitable length training)
Daily litter picking around the site
Bin emptying around the site
Training:
Horticulture or Landscape Construction Operative Apprenticeship Standard
On-the-job training and assessment, with regular training sessions in Oldham at Alexandra Park
Emergency first aid
English and maths Level 1 Functional Skills
Pesticides Level 2
Training Outcome:It is anticipated that there will be a full-time position available for the right candidate upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.Employer Description:Peter Ashley Ltd are and have been at the forefront of grounds maintenance and landscaping since 1962. We offer innovative solutions for total management and maintenance to our clients. Delivering exceptional quality and striving for complete customer satisfaction. Heywood Distribution Park is a 200-acre mixed use site on the outskirts of Heywood. We have maintained the grounds for 10 years and have helped the site win Gold awards for Britain in Bloom throughout these years.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 7.30am to 4.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness,Ability to read instructions,Able to work in all weathers,Able to lift/move goods....Read more...
As the seasons change your day-to-day responsibilities and duties will change with them. During the summer months lawn mowing and weeding will form a large part of your role. Whereas during the winter months pruning and hedge cutting will be key.An understanding of how our gardens change and evolve throughout the year is very important. A knowledge of plants and planting is also key. Our aim is to nurture and maintain our clients' gardens.
Duties:
Planting
Pruning
Hedge cutting
Weeding
Lawn mowing
Training:
Horticulture or landscape construction operative Level 2 (GCSE) Standard
Typical duration: 24 months
Dedicated Performance Coach
Functional Skills Maths and English
Day release Merrist Wood
Training Outcome:There will be a permanent job for the right candidate at the end of this process. We are looking to nurture and grow a successful relationship with our apprentice. Our company has grown over the years and we would like to grow further. Our vision is to expand further and provide opportunities for our apprentice to progress into a supervisory role. With the responsibility of leading their own team and managing their workload. Employer Description:We are a gardening and garden maintenance company which has been established for over 15 years. Our clients include private homes plus commercial properties. We take care of our client's gardens and pride ourselves on the relationships we have built with them. Our standards are extremely high as we take pride in our work.Working Hours :Number of Hours: Will vary seasonally
Working days: Monday - Friday, half day Saturday some weeks.
Lunch break length: 30 mins
Start Time: 8:30
Finish Time: Will vary seasonallySkills: Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
Assist in the growing of trees, shrubs and herbaceous perennials
Plant care and maintenance
Application of crop control measures
Recording of crop data
Potting on young plants and nursery stock
Monitoring and application of plant irrigation
Working with team members, and other departments
Customer order collation
Selection and display of plants for Rochfords cash andcarry
Training:Level 2 Awards in:
Safe Use of Pesticides
On completion of the pesticide's foundation unit above alsochoose one of the following units:
Boom sprayer, mounted, trailed or self-propelled equipment
Granular applicator equipment
Handheld applicator equipment
Level 3 award in Emergency First Aid at Work
Apprentices aged 16-18 at the start of their apprenticeship and without Level 2 English and maths (GCSE grade 4 or C or above) will need to achieve this level prior to taking the end point assessment
Training Outcome:A full-time position may be available on completion of a successful apprenticeship.Employer Description:Joseph Rochford Gardens Ltd is a leading wholesale nursery
based in Letty Green, Hertfordshire. Established in 1974, the
company operates over 40 acres of container production and
sources plants from across Europe to meet diverse client needs.
Serving landscape professionals, garden designers, and local
authorities, Rochfords offers a trade-only Cash & Carry—one of
the largest in the UK. Known for its fast turnaround, quality
plants, and friendly service, the company is committed to
sustainable practices, with an eye for detail on plant health, and
peat free growing, it is an active member of the Horticultural
Trades Association (HTA), and holds Ornamental Horticulture
Assurance Scheme (OHAS) accreditation, ensuring high
standards across the business.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 08:00 to 16:30Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
Enviro Landscape Group are a growing Grounds Maintenance and Arboriculture contractor, working across Bristol and the South West. Our mobile teams maintain green spaces across the region and beyond. We offer year round grounds maintenance services, adapting our focus based on the needs of each season and location, and respond quickly to emergency needs across our sites.
We have a positive and welcoming team and are looking for candidates who will fit into an environment where individuals encourage and support each other. An enthusiastic interest in the work we do is much more important than demonstrable experience or knowledge.
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work:
Maintain and improve the appearance of a wide variety of public and communal green spaces - lawns, hedges, flower beds, woodland pathways and nature reserves
Use and maintain a variety of machinery, including lawnmowers, strimmers, hedge trimmers, leaf blowers and more
Prepare, plant and care for newly planted areas such as shrubs, trees and new turf
Maintain grass, hedges and flower beds
Identify common plants and how to care for them
Training:Horticulture or landscape construction operative.Training Outcome:Upon completion of apprenticeship, individuals would be well-suited to apply for a Team Leader role within Enviro Landscape Group.Employer Description:Enviro has experienced organic growth from 2013 to the present. Alex started the company after gardening since 13. Hannah joined the company shortly after, covering all areas of business development and administration. Currently managing over 175 sites, with numbers continuing to rise. First full-time operative hired in 2013. Daily deployment of 30 team members across 13 vans. Our motivated and hardworking team are our most valuable asset. Excited to take you with us on the next chapter of growth at Enviro.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 7.15am to 4.30pm.Skills: Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness....Read more...
