Apprentice Gardener
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Company: GREAT SANKEY PARISH COUNCIL ATTN. OF THE PARISH CLERK
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Location: Warrington, WA5 3UA
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £20,700.00 per year
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Sector: Agriculture, environmental and animal care
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Ref: NAS-2000033845
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Application Deadline Date: 19/06/2026
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Start Date: 01/09/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday - Friday, typically 8.00am - 4.00pm includes lunch and breaks. Some flexibility may occasionally be required.
Brief Description
Great Sankey Parish Council is looking to recruit an Apprentice Gardener to join its expanding Grounds Team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with an interest in horticulture, gardening and outdoor work to gain hands-on experience while studying towards a Level 2 Horticulture Apprenticeship through Myerscough College.
Future Prospects
A qualified full time Gardener.
Vacancy Detail
- Assist with grass cutting, strimming and edging
- Help maintain flower beds, shrubs, hedges and planted areas
- Support seasonal planting and landscaping projects
- Weed and maintain pathways and landscaped spaces
- Learn how to establish, cultivate and maintain plants and gardens
- Assist with biodiverity projects and environmentally sustainable planting schemes
- Learn about soil care, planting techniques and grounds management
- Learn how to use horticultural tools and machinery
- Work Safely and follow all Council Health & Safety procedures
- Report hazards, faults or concerns promptly
- Communicate politely and professionally with residents, councillors and colleagues
- Represent the Council postively at all times
Other Information
Preferably hold a full UK driving licence, however, applicants must as a minimum hold a valid provisional driving licence.