Garden Apprentice - Level 2

Job Description

Summary An Apprenticeship with the National Trust Garden team.We employ more than 600 gardeners, from Apprentices and Assistant Gardeners to Head Gardeners and Garden Managers We care for over 200 gardens and 190 historic parklands reflecting 500 years of UK garden history. Our gardens are home to the largest plantcollection in Europe. Our gardeners are responsible for the conservation and development of our gardens and plant collections for a growing number of members and visitors. We also support peoples access to nature and heritage through partner projects withinour city centres. Our gardeners are responsible for their care, conservation and regular maintenance to share with our ever expanding audience.Further information on the Apprenticeship StandardHorticulture or landscape operative level 2To apply for this role, please submit a covering letter that introduces yourself and answers the following questions:

• What do you understand about the Apprenticeship scheme
• What attracts you to this role How would this apprenticeship benefit you
• What do you know about the National Trust
• What skills do you think would be the most important for a Garden Apprentice

This can lead to an assistant gardener or gardener role and potentially move to an L3 Horticulture Supervisor apprenticeship after the additional experience. What its like to work here Every year, we welcome some 22.5 million visitors of all ages and backgrounds. We care for historic houses, gardens, mills, forests, castles, miles of coastline, islands, holiday cottages, pubs and inns, whole villages and even a goldmine. We also run ahuge retail chain, a multi-million-pound food and beverage business, and more. And we do all of this so that everyone can enjoy and make the most of the green spaces and beautiful places that England, Wales and Northern Ireland offer. You can find out more from some of our current and previous apprenticeships here:National Trust Jobs :: Apprenticeships Clumber Park, once the estate of the Dukes of Newcastle, is a beautiful expanse of parkland, heath and woods covering more than 3,800 acres.. Although the house was demolished in 1938, this picturesque setting continues to deliver beauty, nature and historyfor everyone. Working with our strong volunteer team, we perform a wide range of Horticulture, including caring for the 4 Acre Walled Kitchen Garden with its huge glasshouses and 200+ fruit trees. We curate two national plant collections and are lovingly revivingour lakeside Pleasure Grounds through exciting project work. The most interesting place to start a Horticultural career. What youll be doing Youll be working with your Trust Line Manager/ Mentor on tasks specific to your apprenticeship, as part of the wider team, and working outdoors in all weathers. Youll attend, and prepare for, monthly review meetings with your Provider Mentor and be accountablefor your progression concerning the Apprenticeship Standard. Youll be required to complete and upload relevant evidence to the appropriate e-portfolio system to document your progress and maintain timesheets for Off-the-Job training. Youll be required tocomplete mandatory e-learning courses and training and prepare for exams if applicable. Youll need to attend six block weeks of training at our nominated college for your garden, with all travel, food and accommodation costs covered. Please also read the complete role profile attached to this advert. Who were looking for Applications will be assessed against the below criteria, as well as the content of your cover letter The minimum standards required for this role are:

• Teammate with the ability to work independently or as part of a wider team
• Keen to learn, be committed to self-development and enthusiastic about acquiring new skills
• A genuine passion for gardening, nature and the outdoors
• Good attention to detail
• 2 GCSEs at grades D/2 including English and maths or equivalent

The package The National Trust has the motto For everyone, for ever at its heart. Were working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. Its important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audienceswe serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say were for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.

• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary

• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)

• Tax free childcare scheme

• Rental deposit loan scheme

• Season ticket loan

• Perks at work discounts i.e. gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts

• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.

• Flexible working whenever possible

• Employee assistance programme

• Free parking at most locations

• Independent financial advice

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