Apprentice Groundsperson

This position is for an Apprentice Grounds Person with focus on Turf and Sports pitches. Work includes maintenance and preparation of sports pitches including general grounds maintenance. This is a full time apprenticeship for a Grounds Person specialising in Turf who will be working with a experienced team within a sports enviroment. There is parking on site.

**Main Duties and Responsibilities can include**:

- Undertake Level 2 Sports Turf Operative qualification through supported distant learning and on the job training and assessment.
- Undertaking the routine grounds preparation, maintenance, and upkeep of all playing surfaces, both grass and artificial, as directed by the Head Groundsmen.
- Involved in the preparation, to the highest standard of the Sports Field pitches.
- Creating, marking out and setting up playing surfaces.
- Maintaining lawns and landscape areas.
- Maintaining an awareness of the Health and Safety Regulations in your areas of responsibility.
- Carrying out safe working practices at all times.
- Machinery, equipment, and vehicle operation in accordance with the manufacturers’ instructions and Health and Safety regulations.
- Informing the Head Groundsmen of any breakdowns or defects to equipment or machinery.
- Maintaining the cleanliness of the grounds and work areas.
- Supporting the efficient use of resources.
- Assisting with the movement of equipment and materials, their installation around the site, and carrying out any tasks deemed necessary to the smooth running of the site.
- Work at Sports Field sites.
- Carrying out such other similar and related duties as may be required by Head Groundsman, Groundsman or senior staff.

**Desired Skills and Qualities**:

- Be highly motivated and ambitious
- Be reliable and enthusiastic
- A desiring to achieve the highest standards
- Work independently but also as part of a team
- Always adhere to Health and Safety guidelines
- Genuine interest in sports ground maintenance

**Desired Qualifications**:

- GCSE’s, or equivalents in maths and English are desired but not essential
- Driving Licence is Desired

**Future prospects**
- Subject to a suitable vacancy existing on the completion of your apprenticeship, you may then get opportunities to be considered for a permanent positions.
- Sports Turf and Grounds management

**Training**:

- Full training to be provided by the employer a at the place of employment.
- The applicant will be working towards and gain a Level 2 Sports Turf Operative Apprenticeship Standard.
- 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.

**Job Type**: Apprenticeship

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Pay: £15,874.71-£21,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: On the road