Study and complete L2 Horticulture qualification
Learn & develop the below skills & experience
Mow and edge lawns in style consistent with required standards
Maintain and plant trees, shrubs, herbaceous and flowerborders
Hedge cutting
Propagation including growing bedding plants, watering, andstoring plants throughout the winter period
Assist with the care of sheep
To assist in general duties on behalf of Reed Business Schoolas required
Any other tasks and activities as required, in line with the abovejob purpose
Training:Horticulture or Landscape Construction OperativeLevel 2 Apprenticeship Standard:
PA1 - City & Guilds Level 2 Award in the Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides
PA6 - City & Guilds Level 2 Award in the Safe Application of Pesticides Using Pedestrian Hand Held Equipment Training
Emergency First Aid at Work - 1 Day Level 3
Training Outcome:
Further horticulture study or work as a qualified gardener
Employer Description:We have been offering industry-recognised, accredited
professional qualifications for 53 years in our 11th century manor
house and Arts and Crafts gardens.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 16:30
Weekend working on rota once settled in (limited hours & reclaimed as lieu time).Skills: IT skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Self motivated,Positive attitude,Enjoys feedback,Honesty and Integrity,Ability to work in small team,Flexible approach to assist,Managing and prioritising work....Read more...
Meet team at the yard or directly at the clients garden.
Assist in loading tools and having a deeper understanding ofthe day’s tasks.
Conduct an initial assessment of the gardens and help planprioritise for the day.
Engage with clients to maintain a positive rapport, and addressany specific requests.
Work discreetly and professionally. Closely alongside the teamas well as working individually.
Perform a variety of gardening tasks with a focus on qualityand efficiency.
Planning and coordinating with colleagues to ensure smoothoperations.
Understanding the aims for each garden, incorporating clients’desires and planning for future visits.
Ensure all garden work is left to high standard and taking timeto appreciate the garden and the work completed.
Helping with the planning of gardens,
Ending the day by cleaning and maintaining tools, andemptying work vehicles
Learning supervisory skills
Training:There will be training throughout the apprenticeship offered in short 2 day blocks throughout the programme.Training Outcome:For the right candidate there is the potential for full time work following the completion of the apprenticeship and potential of managing additional staff members and gardens. Potential for flexible part time work.Employer Description:Henry, the owner, is a gardening enthusiast with over
8 years of experience. He enjoys the close-knit dynamic of his
team and is passionate about the outdoors and working with
nature. He brings a friendly, energetic, and sociable vibe to the
company, making it a fun and inspiring place to work.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 16:30 (8 hour day).
Weekend work and overtime available.Skills: Problem solving skills,Logical,Physical fitness....Read more...
Meet team at the yard or directly at the clients garden
Assist in loading tools and understanding the day’s tasks
Conduct an initial assessment of the garden to prioritisejob list
Engage with clients to maintain a positive rapport,including casual conversations to understand their requirements
Work discreetly and professionally
Perform a variety of gardening tasks including hedge cutting, mowing, border maintenance and pruning
Work closely with the team as well as having opportunities to work independently
Understanding the aims for each garden, incorporating clients’ desires and planning for future visits
Ensure all garden work is left to high standard and taking time to appreciate the garden and the work completed
Ending the day by cleaning and maintaining tools, and emptying work vehicles
Training:
Emergency First Aid: Level 3 award in emergency first aid at work
Pesticides: Level 2 Principles of Safe Handling and Applicationof Pesticide
Level 2 Award in the Safe Application of Pesticide
Using Hand Held Equipment OR City and Guilds Level 2 Award In The Safe
Application of Pesticides
Using Pedestrian Hand Held Equipment
English and Maths: Apprentices without level 2 English andmaths must achieve level 1 and take the test for level 2 beforetaking the end-point assessment
Qualification achieved: L2 Horticulture/Landscape Operative
Training Outcome:
For the right candidate there is the potential to obtain full time work following the completion of the apprenticeship
There is also the potential to progress onto the level 3 apprenticeship
There are also potential opportunities to be offered flexible part time work
Employer Description:Henry, the owner, is a gardening enthusiast with over
8 years of experience. He enjoys the close-knit dynamic of his
team and is passionate about the outdoors and working with
nature. He brings a friendly, energetic, and sociable vibe to the
company, making it a fun and inspiring place to work.Working Hours :Monday – Friday, 08:00- 16:30 (8 hour day) Weekend work and overtime available.Skills: Problem solving skills,Logical,Physical fitness....Read more...
