Job Vacancy - CBC243087 - Horticulture and Landscape Construction Apprentice
Reference: CBC243087
Salary details: National minimum wage for age
Job term: Fixed term for 24 months
Appointment type: Full time
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Chesterfield and District Joint Crematorium and Borough Cemeteries
Department: Bereavement Services
CBC243087 - Job description and person specification
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Are you passionate about working outdoors and making a meaningful contribution to your community? Look no further!
The bereavement services team based at Chesterfield and District Crematorium is seeking a talented and motivated apprentice to join our esteemed Bereavement services team to assist in the grounds maintenance of the crematorium and four cemeteries based at Boythorpe, Brimington, Spital and Staveley.
Why work for us?
This exciting apprenticeship opportunity allows you to earn money while gaining practical work experience. You'll have the chance to develop and enhance your skillset, ensuring a strong foundation for your future career.
As an integral part of our team, you'll undertake essential tasks that contribute to the maintenance of our tranquil, award-winning grounds at Chesterfield and District Crematorium. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to work in four fascinating cemeteries located in Boythorpe, Brimington, Spital, and Staveley, ensuring clean and tidy spaces for families to find solace.
This role is perfect for individuals looking to embark on a career in horticulture, gardening, and landscape work. You'll be guided by experienced professionals, combining on-the-job training with a recognised qualification, setting you on the path to success.
What’s in it for me?
The apprenticeship gives you the opportunity to learn different areas of the council where you can gain relevant experience and knowledge to enable you to complete the apprenticeship more effectively.
You will receive:
- the National Minimum Wage depending on age
- the opportunity to gain a recognised qualification over 24 months: Horticulture or landscape construction operative - level 2
- flexible working hours to achieve a healthy work life balance
- access to the pension scheme
- training opportunities to assist in your personal development
Join our small, friendly teams and immerse yourself in the ever-changing beauty of nature across all seasons.
Expand your knowledge beyond grounds maintenance by exploring other captivating aspects of our service, including ceremonial, front of house, technical, and administrative responsibilities.
We take pride in delivering a professional and caring service. Our competent and compassionate staff ensures that funerals are conducted in dignified and tidy surroundings. You'll receive dedicated supervision and support to help you achieve your goals and grow both personally and professionally.
Flexible working hours: Our start and finish times may vary, but typically fall between 6am to 2.30pm, or 8am to 4pm, accommodating local rota arrangements.
If you have an unwavering passion for working outdoors, engaging in rewarding work, and seizing fantastic opportunities to learn and develop new skills, seize this chance to join our team. Take the first step towards a fulfilling career by applying now.
How to apply
Interested candidates should initially apply with their CV and a covering letter stating the job title, and clearly demonstrating suitability and experience for the role. Please send it to hrjobs@chesterfield.gov.uk no later than the closing date shown below.
If you don't already have a CV you can use our template below. We also have advice about how to write your cover letter.
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Closing date: 7 August 2024
Provisional interview date: 16 August 2024
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