Sports Turf Grounds Apprentice

Are you passionate about the outdoors and keen to build a hands-on career in grounds maintenance? Join King Edward VI School as a Grounds Apprentice and take the first step toward a rewarding future in landscape and sports turf management.

The successful candidate will work alongside experienced grounds staff to maintain and enhance our sports pitches, gardens, and outdoor learning environments.

You'll gain practical experience in the following:

mowing line marking planting machinery use seasonal grounds care

As part of this unique opportunity, you will have the chance to work across all King Edward’s school sites, giving you a broad, varied experience in different environments and settings. You will learn new skills daily while working towards a recognised apprenticeship qualification, with full support from our dedicated team.

We are looking for someone enthusiastic, and willing to learn. No previous experience is required, just a passion for working outdoors.

Training:

Day release to Sparsholt College during term time. Working towards Level 2 Sports turf operative apprenticeship standard.

Training Outcome:

KES is looking for an apprentice who is keen to continue developing into a Grounds Person role if the opportunity presented itself.

Employer Description:
King Edward’s is a leading independent day school in Hampshire, with a long and distinguished history. It is a fantastic place to work with a warm, supportive and happy atmosphere and highly qualified and dedicated staff. We aim to be a beacon of inclusivity, where every pupil and staff member is empowered to achieve their full potential. King Edward’s is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in all areas of our Community and encourages applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Working Hours :
Full-time 37 hours per week Monday – Thursday 7.30am – 4.00pm Friday 7.30am -3.30pm This will include day release at college

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Physical fitness,Health & Safety aware,Willingness to learn,Enthusiasm for outdoor working,Can do attitude