Florist Apprentice

We are an ever expanding family of creative, like minded individuals who all share a love of flowers and events.

During busy times you may assist our drivers and florist on large event set up's, and de-rigging event items, we would expect a professional and approachable manner with a willing to learn whilst representing the company.

The role will be split between 2 sites Our store based in Swinton & Our Studio bases in Leigh/Pennington. You must be able to get to both sites when needed.

General Information
- Your week will Consist of 30 Apprenticeship Hours paid at NMAW with the possibility of this increasing over time with increased ability and dedication. (Overtime may be possible at peak periods - Rate of pay for any hours above the 30 per week will be paid at NMW for your age.)

This apprenticeship can range from just over a year to just over 2 years depending how soon your tutor thinks you could take the end exam.

Once completed you will have a Level 2 Modern Floristry Apprenticeship Qualification.

Your General Duties May including
- Conditioning new stock
- Customer service - Including taking orders in store & over the phone.
- Cleaning of workspace and front of house
- Creating gift bouquets
- Creating funeral florals
- Creating wedding florals
- Setting up events
- Stock taking
- Working within the team on large scale installations & floral work.
- General running of the store and everyday work tasks.

**Job Type**: Apprenticeship

Pay: £6.40-£11.44 per hour

Expected hours: 30 per week

Additional pay:

- Bonus scheme
- Performance bonus

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring programme
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Store discount

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

- MANCHESTER: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- What is your background in floristry or where did your interest in this trade start?

**Language**:

- English (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 04/09/2024