Outdoor Open Spaces Apprentice – Grounds & Parks

Training Provider; Taunton; Hybrid; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Training Provider is seeking an Open Spaces Apprentice to learn essential grounds maintenance skills while contributing to the upkeep of town parks, allotments and open spaces through a Level 2 apprenticeship.

You will work alongside experienced maintenance staff, gain hands-on experience in planting, weed control, litter collection and waste handling, and learn to follow risk assessments and health and safety procedures in outdoor environments.

Qualifications

• Experience in grounds maintenance or outdoor spaces is beneficial.
• Willingness to learn and follow safety procedures.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Support grounds maintenance activities such as planting, weed control, litter collection and waste handling.
• Assist with upkeep of parks, allotments and open spaces to keep areas welcoming and safe.
• Follow risk assessments and safe working practices at all times.
• Support community events and environmental projects as required.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Outdoor work

Health and safety

Risk assessments

Use of tools/machinery

Education

Level 2 apprenticeship

Tools

Gardening tools

Job description

Training Provider is seeking an Open Spaces Apprentice to learn essential grounds maintenance skills while contributing to the upkeep of town parks, allotments and open spaces through a Level 2 apprenticeship.

You will work alongside experienced maintenance staff, gain hands-on experience in planting, weed control, litter collection and waste handling, and learn to follow risk assessments and health and safety procedures in outdoor environments.