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More about your role

As our  Landscape Apprentice, you'll develop the skills knowledge and behaviours to start your career in Landscapes with opportunities to see career progression into a Landscape Operative upon completion of the programme. You'll study a Level 2 Horticulture or Landscape Operative qualification and access a  bespoke learning and development programme.

Day to day you will complete tasks to support the landscaping team. This will include working outside all year round carrying out a number of duties such as maintaining lawns, planting trees, shrubs and flowers and maintaining footpaths. You can find out more on the attached job description,

As you develop in experience your role will become more challenging and varied. With more autonomy to take on tasks.

You'll benefit from support from the wider team, who have a proven record of developing graduates and apprenticeships with the chance to shadow qualified members of staff.

There is no requirement for a driving license or access to a vehicle at this stage, although intent to learn to drive is essential at the point of full qualification. 

More about you

This is the ideal role for someone wanting to their first step into a career in horticulture. You'll benefit from support from across Places for People including your team and the Early Careers People Team.

No previous experience is required, as you'll receive the qualifications and training you need to succeed. You'll have a keen interest in landscaping, an eye for detail and enjoy working outdoors.

You'll be able to motivate yourself and take constructive feedback well.  A clear commitment to learning and self improvement is essential to success in this role.

The benefits  

We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you job security and all the challenge you could wish for. Here people can flourish, thrive, better themselves and work in fantastic communities with inspirational colleagues and customers.   

We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to help colleagues save money or make their lives a little bit easier which can include:  

• Pension with matched contributions  
• 35 days Holiday per year  
• Company van provided
• No seasonal hours, ensuring your pay is the same during winter and summer.  
• Excellent sick pay  
• Training  
• Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.

What's next?

If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then apply following our simple 5 minute application process, upload a CV and a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the requirements of the role. If you have any questions please email the recruitment team recruitment@placesforpeople.co.uk 

If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on skillsemployment@placesforpeople.co.uk.

Please note that we may bring the closing date forward, if we receive a large number of quality applications. If you are interested in this role we would advise applying immediately to avoid disappointment.

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