Apprentice gardener
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Company: Skinner's Garden Services
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Location: DORKING, RH5 4QT
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Agriculture, environmental and animal care
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Ref: NAS-2000033914
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Application Deadline Date: 01/09/2026
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Start Date: 01/10/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Number of Hours: Average 8-hour days. This will change seasonally. Winter months will be shorter, and summer months slightly longer. Lunch break length: 30 minutes. Start Time: 8.30am. Finish Time: 5.30pm.
Brief Description
Are you passionate about plants, the outdoors, and learning practical skills? We’re looking for a motivated Apprentice Gardener to join our team and develop hands-on experience in all aspects of gardening and grounds maintenance.
Training to be Provided
- Horticulture or landscape construction operative Level 2 (GCSE) Standard
- Typical duration: 24 months
- Dedicated Performance Coach
- Functional Skills Maths and English
- Day release at Merrist Wood
Future Prospects
There will definitely be the opportunity for a full-time position once the apprenticeship is completed. With a wage increase to reflect the value we have for you and the acknowledgement of the work gone into your apprenticeship.
Vacancy Detail
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working outside, takes pride in creating beautiful spaces, and wants to build a long-term career in horticulture.
We have a great reputation and a loyal customer base, and we are looking for someone who will also take pride in their work.
Experience is not essential but an interest in gardening and the outdoors would be an advantage. For the right candidate, we would provide in-depth on-the-job training plus competitive rates of pay. Our gardens always look beautiful, so you'd be learning from the experts.
- Assisting with planting, pruning, weeding, and lawn care
- Learning seasonal garden maintenance techniques
- Helping maintain flower beds, borders, and landscaped areas
- Using gardening tools and equipment safely
- Supporting the team with general grounds keeping duties
- Mowing lawns, hedge-cutting and pruning
Other Information
The candidate must consider how they will reliably commute to either Beare Green or Dorking.
This role will require apprentices to work outside all year round and in all weathers. In very wet or snowy weather it may not be possible to work. We are looking for someone with an interest in and passion for gardening and horticulture. Physically fit and willing to learn. You must be friendly and approachable with a pleasant demeanour. You will be client-facing the majority of the time, so this is very important. We also need someone reliable, trustworthy, punctual and hardworking. Working hours will vary with the seasons.