Job Description

Fairlawne is a private estate so this is a very special role for the right person. The position would suit someone with some gardening knowledge (perhaps looking after their own garden or allotment), but if you have a passion for gardens and nature we will give you the training you need to become a fully qualified Horticulturist.

Training and Qualification

Work 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 You will be working towards a Level 2 Horticulture & Landscape Operative Qualification The apprenticeship will last aprroximately 24 months, where 1 day a week you will study at Hadlow College from 9am to 4pm For the horticulture or landscape construction operative, the qualification required is: (Core) Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (Ofqual registered) minimum 1-day course (Horticulture Operative) Lantra Awards Level 2 Award in Safe Use of Pesticides OR City and Guilds Level 2 Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides (Horticulture Operative) Lantra Awards 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 (Landscaping construction) City and Guilds NPTC Level 2 Certificate of Competence in the Safe Use of Abrasive Wheel Machines or Lantra Abrasive Wheel Machines Course Horticulture or landscape construction operative / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education Where you'll work Fairlawn Fairlawn, Shipbourne Tonbridge TN11 9PT

Required Skills & Qualification

Essential qualifications GCSE or equivalent in: English (grade 3/D) Maths (grade 3/D) Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know. Skills Problem solving skills Presentation skills Team working Physical fitness Enthusiastic Reliable Other This role involves working outdoors all year round in all weathers Location is Shipbourne in Kent

Employer

Insite Management Services Limited

Tonbridge, TN11 9PT

Provider

NORTH KENT COLLEGE

About Employer

Fairlawne is a private estate so this is a very special role for the right person. The beautiful grounds consist of approx. 50 acres including formal lawned gardens, topiary, a kitchen garden, glasshouses, real tennis court, swimming pool and a woodland area.