Job Description

This is an opportunity to achieve a qualification and skills in horticulture, while gaining practical experience alongside other horticulturists. Duties include carrying out all aspects of soft landscaping.

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 Full Level 2 Horticulture or landscape construction operative apprenticeship, training delivered in the workplace. Level 2 Horticultural pathway qualifications; Lantra Awards Level 2 Award in Safe Use of Pesticides OR City and Guilds Level 2 Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides 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 Functional skills English and Maths if applicable First aid qualification; Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (Ofqual registered) minimum 1-day course Training schedule has yet to be agreed. Details will be made available at a later date. Where you'll work Nurture Landscapes Ltd, 7 Leeds Road Mirfield WF14 0BY

Required Skills & Qualification

Desirable qualifications GCSE or equivalent in: Maths and English (grade 4) 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 Communication skills Customer care skills Physical fitness Other This is a physical role working in all weathers outdoors. The work at times is physical so fitness is essential. Must be able to get the site to start the day. Due to the use of site machinery candidates must be 18 years old or over. Ideally you will hold a drivers licence or be in the process of obtaining one.

Employer

GAVIN JONES LIMITED

Mirfield, WF14 0BY

Provider

CENTRAL YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION

About Employer

Nurture is an award winning national horticulture, landscape and national grounds maintenance and winter gritting business, enhancing asset value and enriching the environment.