Horticulture Modern Apprenticeship - Various Locations - SOA10636

Job Description

MODERN APPRENTICESHIP OPPORTUNITIES

HORTICULTURE

As one of South Ayrshire’s largest employer we strongly believe in developing people to their full potential. Our Modern Apprenticeship Programme offers:

• Experience within a golf course, green space or street scene service, where you will carry out general duties relating to your role.
• SVQ Level 2 (SCQF Level 5) in relevant occupational area
• A range of Modern Apprentice Challenges to further develop your skills
• National Minimum Apprenticeship Rate x 37 hours per week

You will need:

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• An interest in working in Grounds and Green keeping

Rates of Pay:

• For candidates under 18, the rate of pay will be £6.40
• For candidates aged 18 - 20, the rate of pay will be £8.60
• For candidates aged 21 and over, the rate of pay will be £11.44

The Council provides a wide range of employability opportunities for people in South Ayrshire in order to support them in gaining experience, training and employment. We are committed to offering employability opportunities for young people and to comply with the conditions of funding from Skills Development Scotland applicants must be 19 years of age or under, however if you are under 29 years of age and are in the following categories before the start date of 10 February 2025 you can also apply. The categories are - you are care experienced and/or have additional support needs.

The closing date for this post is Sunday 5th January 2025 and the assessment centre and interviews will take place week commencing 13th January 2025.

If interested in applying for this role, you should apply online at www.myjobscotland.gov.uk. If you would like further information, please contact Gavin Donald on 01292 612301.