Horticulture and Grounds Maintenance Apprentice

  • Company: S O GARDENING SERVICES LTD
  • Location: Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE19 2HW
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: £11,778.00 per year
  • Sector: Agriculture, environmental and animal care
  • Ref: NAS-2000020272
  • Application Deadline Date: 27/03/2026
  • Start Date: 06/04/2026
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Working Week: Monday to Sunday, flexibility required. 30 minute lunch break each working day.

Brief Description

S O Gardening Services Limited are looking to expand their small team. They are recruiting a Gardening Operative Apprentice, to learn all aspects of the duties associated with gardening maintenance.

Training to be Provided

One day per week will be allocated to training at Kirkley Hall.

Future Prospects


  • Full time employment

  • Progression to level 3

  • Further training opportunities

Vacancy Detail

Working as part of our small team, you will be trained in carrying out tasks including:



  • Assessing the days schedule and discussing the day’s work ahead

  • Reviewing the health and safety of the work area and required PPE

  • Determining the tools and equipment required for the tasks

  • Use of relevant tools, equipment and machinery including grass mowers, strimmers, hedge trimmers, rake, hand tools

  • Planting and associated activities i.e. fertilizer, weed killer, insecticide, etc.

  • Clearing away of debris and cuttings, grass

  • Collection and check of tools and equipment prior to leaving site

  • Ensuring very good customer service when interacting with clients

Other Information

Driving license would be desirable.

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