Trainee Grounds Maintenance Apprentice - NVQ2 Horticulture

Durham University; North East; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

Durham University is offering a two-year development role as a Trainee Grounds Maintenance Assistant. You will work onsite, primarily Monday to Friday, with day-release for NVQ Level 2 in Amenity Horticulture, gaining hands-on experience alongside experienced grounds staff.

You will learn routine maintenance, planting, and contribute to larger landscaping projects while progressing from Grade 1 to Grade 2 as you complete the apprenticeship and meet the required standards.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Amenity Horticulture or equivalent qualification.
• Structured apprenticeship with on-the-job training.
• Progression to Grade 2 on completion of qualification and meeting standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance of Durham University's grounds, gardens and landscaped spaces.
• Learn routine maintenance and planting tasks.
• Support larger landscaping and improvement projects.
• Work with Grounds and Botanic Garden teams to develop specialist skills.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Amenity Horticulture

Two-year apprenticeship programme

Job description

Durham University is offering a two-year development role as a Trainee Grounds Maintenance Assistant. You will work onsite, primarily Monday to Friday, with day-release for NVQ Level 2 in Amenity Horticulture, gaining hands-on experience alongside experienced grounds staff.

You will learn routine maintenance, planting, and contribute to larger landscaping projects while progressing from Grade 1 to Grade 2 as you complete the apprenticeship and meet the required standards.