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Gardener Apprentice

AVALONIAN GARDENS LTD

LOCATION
📍 BRACKNELL, RG12 7BP
PAY
💶 National Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
HOURS
⏰ 40 hours per week hrs/week
DURATION
📅 2 Years
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SECTOR
Agriculture, environmental and animal care

Requirements

Apprenticeship Standard: Horticulture or landscape construction operative (level 2) (Level 2) Desired skills: Team working, Physical fitness, Ability to work independently, Reliability, Punctuality, Comfortable working at heights, Comfortable working outdoors, Basic literacy and numeracy

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About this apprenticeship

Delivering precision lawn care and estate management on sites up to 18 acres.
Executing techniques like the Chelsea chop, Hampton hack, fruit tree pruning, and hardwood cuttings.
Assisting with planting schemes, turfing, and irrigation system installations.
Identifying and treating common pests and diseases.
Operating chainsaws, pressure washers, and performing general handyman repairs.
Maintaining an organised vehicle and ensuring all tools are prepared and fueled daily.
Using Google Calendar and company apps to log work notes and pesticide records.
Participating in seasonal refreshers on safety, equipment, and horticultural best practices.

Training

Attend BCA College once per fortnight.

What you could go on to do

Possible permanent employment or progression to a higher level qualification.

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