Horticultural Apprenticeship

The overall aim of the Apprenticeship Programme is to enable the post holder to learn about the services delivered by the Clean & Green Team whilst developing knowledge and skills through hands on experience as well as via Level 2 Horticulture Apprenticeship Training. Attendance at a Derbyshire based college is anticipated to be required one day a week. The post holder will learn how to undertake a range of grounds and public realm maintenance and development work to include horticulture and will gain the skills to use relevant equipment. Examples include using a range of handheld and pedestrian machinery, , leaf blowers, grass cutting equipment. The Apprentice will work under supervision and guidance to develop skills, knowledge and experience to provide delivery of an effective and efficient service. At the end of the two-year programme, it is anticipated that the Apprentice will become employment ready and will be given the opportunity to apply for available permanent employment opportunities within the District Council.

If you have any questions on the roles, please contact Lis Hudson, Human Resources & Payroll Assistant ,

If you encounter any problems applying online please contact

We do not accept CVs.

Candidates must possess the necessary ‘right to work in the UK’ authorisation. We are unable to provide sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visaas we do not possess a visa sponsorship licence.

Provisional Interview Date: Week commencing 1 July 2024

Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.

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