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Horticulture Apprentice

Brighton College
Pay: £220.00
Location: Sussex Brighton United Kingdom
Category: Entry Level
Available from: Nov 2020
Finishes on: Ongoing Position
Type of work: Full Time, Indoor & Outdoor
Job reference: E03550638
2020-10-16 2020-11-02

Job Description

The Role

As a Brighton College Horticulture Apprentice you will train to become a gardener of the  future.   



You will be part of the team responsible for the gardens throughout Brighton College’s Estate. 

 

Main learning areas and responsibilities:  




  • Undertake and successfully complete a  Horticulture apprenticeship qualification

  • You will assist with lawn care, cultivation, weed control, planting and tree works

  • You will learn how to safely use of a range of equipment and machinery

     



What you will Learn




  • Principles of plant growth and development

  • Plant nutrition requirements

  • Ways to reduce waste

  • How to use equipment correctly

  • Cultivating soils for differing purposes

  • Controlling plant pests and diseases

  • Identifying plants 


Personal Qualities :

  • Motivated, enthusiastic & passionate about gardening 



Skills Required :

  •  Able to cope with practical tasks – using hand tools and machinery

  • Attention to detail to ensure work  completed is of the highest standard

  • Team player – able to work as part of a team, to interact and communicate  effectively as well as listen and absorb  instructions

  • Safety orientated, ensuring pupil safety at all times  

  • Able to follow the College’s policies and procedures



Future Prospects :

N/A


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