Gardening Apprentice
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Company: J DREWE LANDSCAPING & MAINTENANCE LTD
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Location: Didcot, OX11 9HS
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £17,550.00 per year
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Sector: Agriculture, environmental and animal care
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Ref: NAS-2000057620
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Application Deadline Date: 06/11/2026
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Start Date: 04/01/2027
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday – Friday, 7:45am – 4:15pm.
Brief Description
A gardening apprenticeship is a great way to gain hands-on experience while learning valuable skills in garden maintenance. Join J.Drewe Landscaping to work alongside experienced professionals, build a rewarding career and grow your knowledge in a supportive and practical environment.
Training to be Provided
Delivery model:
- Work-based training with your employer
- Approximately 12 on-site assessment visits per year
- Regular meetings with your training coordinator to monitor progress and well-being
- 20 days college attendance to complete Horticulture Principles and Practice course
- 1 day college attendance to complete Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid course
- 2 days college attendance to complete Level 2 PA1 Pesticides course (theory)
- 2 days college attendance to complete L2 PA6 Pesticides course (practical)
- Level 1 Functional Skills in maths and English (7 days at college for each, if required)
- Apprentices will need to complete a minimum of 557 hours of off-the-job training during their apprenticeship
Qualifications included:
- Level 1 Functional Skills in English and maths (if required)
- Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid
- Level 2 Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides
- Level 2 Award in The Safe Application of Pesticides Using Pedestrian Handheld Equipment
- Level 2 Horticulture Operative Apprenticeship
End Point Assessment:
- Knowledge test
- Practical assessment
- Professional discussion
Future Prospects
The role could lead to a full-time role upon the successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Vacancy Detail
- Planting
- Weeding
- Mowing
- Turfing
- Leaf Clearing
- Hedge Cutting
Other Information
This role is based outdoors, and we work in all weathers. It is a physical job where you will be on your feet all day.