Apprentice Gardener/ Soft Landscaper

Getting In Limited; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic Apprentice Gardener/Soft Landscaper to join their friendly team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in diverse environments, from business parks to private estates, ensuring high-quality maintenance and care. You'll engage in various tasks, including hedge cutting, turfing, and garden tidy-ups, while interacting with clients to deliver exceptional service. With training provided through a reputable college, this apprenticeship is perfect for those eager to grow their skills in horticulture and gardening. If you have a passion for the outdoors and a desire to learn, this position is ideal for you.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and customer care skills are essential.
• Logical thinking and teamwork are vital for success in this role.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular grounds maintenance for various sites.
• Engage in garden tidy-ups, hedge cutting, and turfing.
• Interact with clients and represent the business professionally.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer care skills

Logical thinking

Team working

Initiative

Education

Level 2 Horticulture Operative Apprenticeship Standard

Level 2 Maths & English Functional Skills

Tools

Mowers

Hand tools

Job description

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Apprentice Gardener/ Soft Landscaper

Apply From: 07/04/2025

Learning Provider

Delivered by THE WINDSOR FOREST COLLEGES GROUP

Employer

HEDGEHOGS GARDEN SERVICES LIMITED

Vacancy Description

We work on a wide variety of properties, from business parks and care homes, to large private estates. A range of different equipment is used and work is always conducted to a high standard.

There will be regular interaction with clients and/or residents, and so a polite, well-presented representative of the business is an important quality. No two weeks are the same, and a desire to be proud of what you have achieved is vital.

The role will include:

• Regular grounds maintenance for private and commercial sites
• Garden Tidy Ups
• Hedge & Grass Cutting
• Turfing
• Mulching
• Planting
• Pruning
• Lawn Care
• Edging
• Using mowers and hand tools
• Lifting

Key Details

Vacancy Title

Apprentice Gardener/ Soft Landscaper

Employer Description

We are a family-run business based in Wokingham, Berkshire serving the Woodley, Twyford, Bracknell, Ascot and surrounding areas. We provide a friendly, personal and professional gardening service to suit your individual needs. Hedgehogs Garden Services was started in August 2007 by the Johnson family in Woodley Berkshire. After providing areas within Berkshire for 10 years they decided to relocate to Canada in May 2018. At this time the Company changed ownership and moved just down the road to Wokingham where it is now based. Striving to keep the great personal service that it has always provided, Hedgehogs continues to produce outstanding work within the local community. From your one-off grass cut to a full landscape project we have got it covered. Please view our gallery of recent works and testimonials. We always provide no-obligation quotes with no hidden extras.

Vacancy Location

155 READING ROAD WOKINGHAM RG41 1LJ

Wage Frequency

Custom

Number of Vacancies

1

Vacancy Reference Number

1000313855

Key Dates

Apply From

07/04/2025

Closing Date For Applications

2025-04-30 23:59:59

Interview Begin From

Possible Start Date

2025-05-15 00:00:00

Training

Training to be Provided

• Weekly day release at Berkshire College of Agriculture (BCA)
• Level 2 Horticulture Operative Apprenticeship Standard
• Level 2 Maths & English Functional Skills if required (as part of your day release into college)
• Level 3 First Aid at Work
• An assessor will visit you at your employer every 8-10 weeks.

Learning Provider

THE WINDSOR FOREST COLLEGES GROUP

Skills Required

Communication skills, Customer care skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative

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