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Intermediate Apprentice Florist

Bethany's
Pay: £138.75
Location: Tyne and Wear Sunderland United Kingdom
Category: Entry Level
Available from: Jan 2019
Finishes on: Ongoing Position
Type of work: Full Time, Indoor & Outdoor
Job reference: E02759488
2019-01-09 2019-01-24

Job Description

The apprentice will be taught all aspects of floristry up to NVQ level 2 standard.



They will learn the very basics such as:




  • How to keep the shop and equipment clean, tidy and safe

  • How to unpack a fresh flower delivery

  • Cut and condition the flowers

  • How to change and clean the flower vases and buckets 

  • How to make simple bouquets



Progressing onto the more difficult designs such as large bouquets and large intricate funeral designs.  Working in a shop environment the trainee will gain invaluable customer service experience learning how to deal with customers and helping them select their designs. From working in the shop they will also gain experience on how to create and maintain effective retail displays.



I must point out that although the trainee will be taught how to make several wedding designs in the college aspect of the apprenticeship, we do not do wedding flowers at the shop.



The apprenticeship gives the trainee a fantastic opportunity to work alongside experienced, qualified florists in a hands on shop environment while also having the opportunity to gain valuable technical experience from lecturers at college.


Personal Qualities :

  • Creative

  • Enthusiastic and is very interested in flowers and plants

  • Punctual

  • Committed



Skills Required :

  • A basic knowledge of flowers would be advantageous but not essential

  • Any experience in floristry would again be advantageous 

  • Good customer service skills

  • Good communication skills



Future Prospects :

Once the apprenticeship is complete you will have gained invaluable experience. You will most likely be offered full or part time employment at our company. You will have all of the skills needed to make every day floristry items, interact with customers and have a good general idea about how the shop operates day to day.



As all florists know, you never stop learning! You may wish to complete another floristry course at a higher level to continue your training.


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