Gardener jobs in Devizes

Wiltshire College & University Centre have a great opportunity for an Apprentice Gardener to join our team.

Location: Lackham, Wiltshire with travel to all campuses

Salary: £12,347 per annum - Your hourly rate of pay will increase within your second year of apprenticeship from the national apprenticeship wage to the national minimum wage for your age group. Please visit the Government website for the current pay rates National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Job Type: This is a fixed term, two-year apprenticeship study programme, Full Time (37 hours per week/52 weeks per year) including 1 day per week at college.

Closing Date: 29th September 2024

Apprentice Gardener - The Role:

Are you passionate about plants, the outdoors, and learning new skills? Wiltshire College & University Centre is looking for a motivated and conscientious Apprentice Gardener to join our Grounds Team based at our beautiful Lackham campus.

Situated on a historic Georgian estate, the Lackham campus features stunning formal gardens, arboretums, and green spaces. As part of the team, you'll gain hands-on experience in garden design, maintenance, glasshouse care, and plant propagation. Plus, you'll have the unique opportunity to contribute to the upkeep of our other campuses in Chippenham, Trowbridge, and Salisbury on a weekly rotational basis.

Apprentice Gardener - Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and develop the gardens and arboretums on our picturesque campus

• Assist with glasshouse care and plant propagation projects

• Support the weekly upkeep of grounds across our three additional campuses

• Learn from experienced team members who have progressed through the apprenticeship program

Apprentice Gardener - You:

What You'll Bring:

• A passion for horticulture and enthusiasm for working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Eagerness to learn and develop a broad range of practical gardening skills
• Team player with the ability to work independently when required
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work
• Organised with solid communication skills, both verbal and written
• You must have English & Maths qualifications at level 1 or above

This apprenticeship offers an incredible opportunity to grow your horticultural skills while being part of a supportive and collaborative team. You'll attend college one day per week as part of the program, with the potential to progress onto Level 3 qualifications. With guidance from team members who have successfully transitioned from apprentices to full-time employees, you'll have every opportunity to develop your career.

Apprentice Gardener - Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• 30 days' annual leave for Professional Services Staff (plus bank holidays and additional closure days over the Christmas period).
• Free car parking onsite.

To submit your application for this exciting Apprentice Gardener opportunity, please click 'Apply' now.