Semi-Skilled Arborist

Semi-Skilled Arborist Join to apply for the Semi-Skilled Arborist role at Slough Borough Council. Posted 1 day ago. Be among the first 25 applicants. Slough Borough Council provided pay range This range is provided by Slough Borough Council. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range Pay Level: 5, starting from £30,160 Contract Type: Permanent Working Hours: 37 per week Location: Slough Berkshire The closing date for applications is midnight on 13th December. What you’ll be doing Join our dynamic team keeping Slough green, safe, and thriving You’ll play a key role in maintaining the borough’s trees and landscapes — from precision felling and aerial inspections to nurturing young saplings. Armed with your NPTC skills and a keen eye for safety, you’ll ensure every job meets top horticultural and customer-care standards. Whether you’re up in a MEWP, advising the Tree Officer, or helping protect our parks from misuse, your work keeps Slough’s outdoor spaces beautiful and secure for everyone. If you’re passionate about trees, teamwork, and making a visible difference, we’d love to have you on board. Our Council Our vision is to make a difference to our communities and our environment, and we would love you to join us in our mission All of our employees, whatever their job, contribute to delivering services to local people – either directly or by supporting colleagues. We celebrate diversity and are continuously striving for our residents to enjoy fulfilling, prosperous, and healthy lives. We offer a supportive place to grow and develop your career with a real opportunity for your input to be valued and heard. Ambition and innovation will be required now more than ever, and you will join a friendly and collaborative environment where you are encouraged to thrive. We understand that everyone has different needs and circumstances. That's why we're committed to offering flexible and hybrid working arrangements that help you achieve the work-life balance and accommodate different working patterns. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We select staff on merit and foster a workforce that values people and represents the local communities we serve. Benefits 26 days annual leave (not including Bank holidays), rising to 30 days between 2 – 5 years of service and 33 days after 5 years of service. The Local Government Pension Scheme. Ability to engage with wellbeing initiatives and the opportunity to be a member of our various employee networks, which are key to ensuring we celebrate and promote equality. Tax-free childcare and childcare services. Season loan ticket – to help with the cost of your rail / bus journey to and from work. Accessibility and Support Slough Borough Council is an inclusive employer. We are keen to support you to feel comfortable throughout the application and interview process. Therefore, if you require any support throughout the application process or reasonable adjustments for the interview (e.g. questions being printed on the day or consideration for layout or lighting for the interview room) please contact our Recruitment Team who will be able to assist: Recruitment@slough.gov.uk. This information will be treated confidentially and used solely to ensure we provide appropriate support throughout the recruitment process and beyond. Right to Work and Checks All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK. If you require sponsorship, please contact Recruitment@slough.gov.uk before submitting an application. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If appointed, all posts will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks. How to Apply Please click on the Apply button below to submit your application. We look forward to hearing from you Council reserves the right to close adverts early should we receive a number of suitable applications. Join Slough Borough Council – Move Forward Together Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Management and Manufacturing Public Safety #J-18808-Ljbffr