Apprentice landscaper (Gardens by Keltie and Clark)

KEITS; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site training

End Point Assessment

Job summary

Gardens by Keltie and Clark in the United Kingdom is seeking two apprentice landscapers to learn the skills of horticulture across design, construction and maintenance. You will be supported by KEITS and work toward a Level 2 Horticulture and Landscape Operative Apprenticeship.

Duties include assisting in building high-end gardens from designs, collaborating with senior landscapers, and following safety protocols on-site.

Qualifications

• Interest in outdoor spaces and landscapes.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Good communication and listening skills.
• Willingness to learn new skills and take on challenges.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building high end gardens from designs.
• Work as part of a team to create gardens efficiently.
• Participate in building and digging tasks for projects.
• Learn all aspects of site running and labouring.

Skills

Outdoor spaces

Fitness

Communication

Willingness to learn

Education

Driving license

Level 2 Apprenticeship coursework

Job description

Apprentice landscaper
(Gardens by Keltie and Clark)

Gardens by Keltie and Clarke take on design and construction of whole projects in garden design including lighting systems, water features and swimming pools, bespoke timber work, stonework and planting design. We have specialists in both hard and soft landscaping.

An exciting new opportunity for two apprentices to learn the skills needed for a career in horticulture in this varied role. The team are ready to support you in your training and career.

Duties will include, but not limited to;

• Assist in the building of high end gardens from garden designs
• Work as part of a team to create gardens in an efficient manor
• Participate in building and digging tasks as required for various projects.
• Complete apprenticeship work to obtain diploma and a full time role will be available for the right person.
• Collaborate with senior landscapers to ensure tasks are carried out as requested and safely
• Be respectful of the clients as you are working in clients homes.
• Maintain a clean and organised work environment, ensuring all equipment is stored properly.
• Follow safety protocols while working on-site to ensure personal and team safety.
• The job will be labouring to the skilled landscapers and learning the job of landscaping
• The job is a trainee so learning all aspects of efficient site running and labouring
• mixing concrete, manual handling of materials both hard and planting, irrigation system fitting, digging out trenches, fencing, fibre glassing and much more.

Each site is different so there is lots to learn and be involved with.

Desired Skills and Qualities

• A keen interest in outdoor spaces and landscapes
• A reasonable level of fitness but this will develop over time.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Good and effective communication skills – able to listen and take direction.
• Willingness to learn new skills and take on challenges.

Desired Qualifications

• Preferably have a driving license or about to get one due to locations
• Yes a permanent role available for the right candidate

Training

• Full training to be provided by the employer and KEITS at the place of employment.
• The applicant will be working towards a Level 2 Horticulture and Landscape Operative Apprenticeship.
• The learner will be allocated an industry specific training consultant who will provide both remote and on site visits throughout the apprenticeship.
• The apprentice will work towards an End Point Assessment (EPA) at the end of their apprenticeship.
• You will also need to achieve Level 3 award in Emergency First Aid at Work and Level 2 Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides Guidance or Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of Pesticides before undertaking the End Point Assessment.

Things to consider

• KEITS Training Services Ltd reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier than the listed closing date should the need arise.

• 502 Centennial Park Elstree Hill South, Elstree Hertfordshire, WD6 3FG