Grounds Maintenance Apprentice

Chrysalis Multi Academy Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Study leave

Training and support

Job summary

Chrysalis Multi Academy Trust is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Apprentice to help maintain the Trust’s grounds and outdoor spaces while gaining practical skills and progressing through a recognised apprenticeship. You will be trained and supported by experienced colleagues and gain hands-on experience in all aspects of grounds maintenance and horticulture.

The role is a 24‑month apprenticeship with a first year salary of £12,544 p.a., 35 hours per week including study leave, and starts as soon

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in grounds maintenance, gardening or horticulture.
• Enjoys working outdoors and carrying out practical tasks.
• Team player with good communication and a positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn and develop new practical skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work safely with tools and equipment.
• Good organisational skills and pride in high standards.
• Previous related experience is advantageous but training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Help maintain the Trust’s grounds and outdoor spaces.
• Receive training and support from experienced colleagues.
• Gain hands-on experience in grounds maintenance and horticulture.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Gardening

Team player

Willingness to learn

Safety

Good communication

Job description

GROUNDS MAINTENANCE APPRENTICE

24-month apprenticeship role

First Year Salary £12,544 p.a.

35hrs per week including study leave (8am - 4pm)

Full time

Starting as soon as possible

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Grounds Maintenance Apprentice to join our Trust.

You will play an important role in helping to maintain the Trust’s grounds and outdoor spaces, while developing your practical skills and working towards a recognised apprenticeship qualification. You will receive training and support from experienced colleagues and gain hands‑on experience in all aspects of grounds maintenance and horticulture.

What we’re looking for:

• An enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual with a genuine interest in grounds maintenance, gardening or horticulture.
• Someone who enjoys working outdoors and carrying out practical tasks.
• A team player with good communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn and develop new practical skills.
• The ability to follow instructions and work safely with tools and equipment.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to take pride in maintaining high standards.
• Previous experience in gardening, grounds maintenance or other practical work would be advantageous but is not essential, as full training will be provided.
• The ability to work outdoors in a range of weather conditions.

Chrysalis Multi Academy Trust, Kenton,

Closing Date: Midday, Sunday 18th October 2026