The Apprentice Gardener will report to the Head Gardener and work within the Estates Department.
The Apprentice Gardener is responsible for assisting the Head Gardener in the maintenance of the School estate’s gardens and flower beds (approx. 50 acres of high profile garden areas, which are seen by the general public as well as parents and visitors to the School). Until September, the Apprentice Gardener will work on site five (5) days per week. From September onwards, the Apprentice Gardener will work on site four (4) days a week and will attend College one (1) day a week. The day at college will be determined by the College. During College holidays the Apprentice Gardener will work five (5) days a week on site. Once the two (2) year apprenticeship has been successfully completed in a timely manner the apprentice will become a permanent member of staff.
Please note that the successful applicant will need to apply for the Apprenticeship separately to this position. We will support with this application and interview process.
Although it is the intention that the Apprentice Gardener will be dedicated to the Gardening Team, for the purposes of introducing variety into the role and to increase capacity within the Department, there will be the occasional requirement for the Apprentice Gardeners to assist other teams within the Estates Department.
Please see our website for further details - Apprentice Gardener
