Apprentice Horticulture Landscaper

  • Company: WILLIAM BARKER
  • Location: DARLINGTON, DL1 3LA
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
  • Sector: Agriculture, environmental and animal care
  • Ref: NAS-2000037220
  • Application Deadline Date: 26/06/2026
  • Start Date: 24/09/2026
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Working Week: Monday - Friday (08.00-16.30)

Brief Description

Green Guerilla, based in Darlington, are looking to recruit a motivated and enthusiastic Level 2 Horticulture / Landscaping Operative Apprentice to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to begin a career in horticulture and landscaping while working towards a recognised Level 2 qualification.

Training to be Provided

Training will take place 4 x days per week in the workplace with 1 x day release to Houghall Campus once every two weeks.

Future Prospects

Potential full-time employment on sucessful completion of the apprenticeship

Vacancy Detail


  • Assisting with soft landscaping duties including turfing, planting, seeding, and mulching

  • Carrying out grounds maintenance tasks including mowing, strimming, hedge cutting, and pruning

  • Preparing sites and setting out for landscaping projects

  • Safe use and basic maintenance of tools and machinery

  • Following health & safety procedures at all times

  • Working effectively as part of a team and supporting senior operatives

  • Attending college as required and completing all coursework towards the Level 2 qualification

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