Apprentice Gardener
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Apprentice Gardener
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: Salary: 14566 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 - ()
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: Friday 27th June 2025
About Us:
Wiltshire College & University Centre plays a vital role in Wiltshires economy inspiring people to develop the skills they need to achieve. Our four campuses are learning hubs in their communities and we aspire to be an outstanding financially robust and commercially agile provider achieving our clear social mission on behalf of learners and employers across Wiltshire and beyond. Our turnover is around 42 million per annum we employ some 650 staff and support around 11500students.
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 youll gain hands-on experience in garden design maintenance glasshouse care and plant propagation. Plus youll 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 will 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. Youll 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 youll have every opportunity to develop your career.
Apply now and be a part of our thriving grounds team!
Apprentice Gardener Benefits:
- Competitive salary.
- 30days annual leave for Professional Services Staff (plus bank holidays and additional closure days over the Christmas period).
- You will be automatically enrolled into the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- You will have access to our employee assistance programme (EAP) and enjoy other benefits such as discounts with a wide variety of retailers.
- Free car parking onsite.
Apprentice Gardener Application Process:
Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in Keeping Children Safe in Education. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks including checks against the childrens barred list and other employment verifications including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.
We embrace diversity recognising the valuable perspectives ideas knowledge and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
As a Disability Confident Employer we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.
To submit your application for this exciting Apprentice Gardener opportunity please click Apply now.
Applications for this role close on the 27th June 2025.
PLEASE NOTE:
Your Application Form will be shortlisted against how your skills qualifications and experience match the Essential and Desirable points on the Person Specification for this role locatedat the bottom of this pageas a downloadable document.
Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
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The Company
Wiltshire College & University Centre stands as the largest provider of further and higher education in Wiltshire significantly contributing to the local economy by equipping individuals with essential skills for success. Our diverse curriculum spans from Level 1 to Level 6 and we operate across four main campuses located in Trowbridge Chippenham Salisbury and Lackham which specialises in land-based education. We offer a wide array of apprenticeships along with full-time part-time and university-level courses. Notably our Castle Combe circuit facility is the UKs first trackside motorsport engineering training centre dedicated to our Motorsport Engineering programs.
Testimonials
- Lily Raynor-Blundell
- Head of Faculty - Engineering Automotive and Motorsport
Working at Wiltshire College and University Centre is a rewarding experience offering opportunities for personal and professional growth whilst making a positive and meaningful impact in post-16 education.
- Tiffany Maxwell
- Executive Assistant
As a new recruit at Wiltshire College & University Centre I enjoy the supportive environment and dedicated team that make me feel valued and inspired.
- Arvil Pogson-Davis
- Health & Safety Manager
My job regularly takes me around all four of Wiltshire College & University Centre campuses and I meet staff from all diverse backgrounds which I really enjoy. I also work with a small but very dedicated and professional team.
The Benefits
Flexible Working
Pension Scheme
Training & Development
Shopping Discounts
Employee Assistance Programme
Gym
Documents
Employment Type
Temp
