Do you want to work for a fantastic organisation that cares about you, your learning, your career, and your future?
We're on the lookout for a Horticultural and Estates apprentice to start in September 2025.
You will be part of the Horticultural and estates team and you will be required to complete a program of development and training in Neighbourhoods to ensure our estates and void properties are maintained to a high standard.
By working in partnership with East Durham college we have successfully recruited enthusiastic and talented apprentices and we are delighted to be helping to develop young people and adults to gain the necessary skills and qualifications to enhance their careers.
The successful candidate will work towards the Level 2 Horticultural Apprenticeship, this is an 18-month programme.
Working towards or hold a full driving licence will be required for the role.
what's on offer?
As well as the opportunity to earn while you learn, some of our top benefits and rewards include:
· £19,000 per annum year 1 rising to £23,556 year 2
· 31 days of annual leave
· up to four days paid volunteering leave each year
· an excellent pension scheme
Working at believe housing isn’t just a job, it’s being part of a great team who care about each other and somewhere that you can truly make a difference to our customers lives. It’s a place where you’ll be inspired, empowered, and encouraged to bring your best self to work every day, because we’re committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce who deliver our vision and values.
We respect individuality, knowing that diverse talent brings creativity and innovation, which can only benefit us all.
Minimum requirements
· If you're under 19, you must have Level 2 qualifications in English and maths (GCSE grade 4/C or Functional Skills).
· If you are 19 or over, you will not need to demonstrate Maths and English at Level 2. However, strong numeracy and literacy skills are still essential to successfully complete the apprenticeship standards.
apply now
If you believe that you demonstrate our values and can bring something special to this role, then apply now. We're looking forward to hearing from you.
If you wish to find out more about this opportunity contact Mark Burrell Estates Team Leader at mark.burrell@believehousing.co.uk
· Closing date for applications is 23.59pm on Wednesday 23 July 2025
· All applicants must go through our website.
· Interview date to be confirmed.
Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship
Pay: £19,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Paid volunteer time
- Sabbatical
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Schedule:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Durham SR7 7TT
Application deadline: 23/07/2025
