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This is a great apprenticeship opportunity for someone who likes working outside and looking for a rewarding career and develop new skills by becoming Groundsperson Apprentice. Anyone of any age can apply for this application as long as you are not currently in education.
This role requires you to work 40hrs a week, the working pattern is to be confirmed and you will be paid £5.28 which is the apprentice rate, the luxury hotel you will be working at is located in a rural area so you will have to make sure you will be able to get there reliably every week, there is a possibility of accommodation on-site.
It is weekly pay, you are entitled to 5.6 weeks holiday and you will be assigned a mentor to help you settle into the role and get the most out of the apprenticeship. Upon successful completion, you will receive Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard in Horticulture.
Responsibilities:
- Undertake all aspects of ground maintenance including mowing lawns and playing fields, maintenance of the all weather pitch, use of mini tractor, leaf clearance, sweeping, litter picking, emptying bins, planting and weeding
- In co-operation with others helping with the green house, planting and propagation of plants
- Monitor standards of grounds care and report outcomes to the Estates Manager
- Undertake site maintenance
- To work to agreed plan, with realistic time scales finishing tasks to completion
- If necessary be prepared to change task at short notice in emergency
- Undertake any other tasks as directed by the Head Grounds Person
- Support with snow clearance and site safety as required
- Undertake training to gain a knowledge of health and safety
- Work safely according to risk assessments and as necessary in respect of manual handling, display screen equipment, working at heights, control of substances hazardous to health, noise and personal protective equipment
- Wear and use suitable Personal and Protective Equipment (PPE as appropriate)
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