Job Description

This is a wonderful opportunity for a budding plantsperson wanting to kick-start their career in horticulture by joining an award-winning vibrant young company as an

Apprentice Gardener,

supporting the existing team of landscape gardeners whilst studying for a

Level 2 Horticulture or Landscape Construction Operative Apprenticeship.

Working with a young vibrant team of gardeners and designers creating high quality landscapes to a prestigious standard, the successful applicant will embrace long days and hard work in return for the opportunity to learn and grow into their chosen field. In line with the company culture, they will be expected to promote a positive working environment, ensuring the high levels of efficiency, communication and safety

Mark Payne Garden Maintenance Ltd

are known for.

Key Responsibilities

include:

Seasonal pruning Plant identification Lawn maintenance and cultivation Garden pest and disease control Operation of garden machinery such as hedge cutters, lawn mowers and strimmer Reading planting plans and implementing new planting schemes Kitchen garden management, seed sowing and propagation Soil cultivation, mulching and irrigation

Key Skills:

A strong sense of aesthetics Keen eye for detail Achieves high standards Good organisation skills Ability to problem solve Able to adapt and prioritise Excellent time management Physically fit Happy to work in all weather Personable Reliable Punctual Good work ethic

Working Week:

40 hours per week: Monday - Friday - 7.30am to 4.30pm with one hour for lunch and one day for study at Brinsbury College

Salary:

15,704 in line with the Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage, depending on age and experience.

Qualifications Required:

GCSE Maths and English minimum grade 4 required

About the Employer:

Mark Payne Garden Maintenance is a high-end landscaping company based in West Sussex; we endeavour to create and develop beautiful, long-lasting gardens for our clients. With a portfolio encompassing intimate courtyards, contemporary townhouses, romantic cottage gardens and rambling countryside retreats. For further information please visit https://www.markpaynelandscapedesign.co.uk/

Future Prospects:

Following successful completion of the apprenticeship there will be opportunity for a permanent position with prospect for further qualification and training as follows:

RHS Qualification (Level 2) Chainsaw License Spray certificates (PA1 and PA6) Specialist practical and theoretical courses in areas such as fruit tree pruning, propagation, planting design and kitchen garden management. First Aid qualification

Things to Consider:

Location is Ford Lane, in Arundel, BN18 0EF and the successful applicant will need to be at the location for 7.30am each morning so own transport will be required. Day release would be at Brinsbury College near Pulborough with limited public transport. This is a 28-month apprenticeship including end point assessment. This role will be physically demanding with long days and only those who are committed to completing the apprenticeship and looking for a long term career in Horticulture should apply. Applicants

MUST BE

resident in the UK for a minimum of 3 years prior to the start of learning and have work authorisation for the UK. Applicants

WILL NOT BE

eligible to apply if they have already achieved a qualification which is equal to or higher thank the apprenticeship standard on offer. Applicants

MUST BE

resident in the area local to the apprenticeship opportunity or be prepared to relocate in time to start employment and study. Applicants

MUST BE

committed to the learning and stay to the end of the apprenticeship

Further Information:

Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage (ANMW): The National Minimum Wage for Apprentices is 7.55 per hour (As of the 1st April 2025). This is the legal minimum pay per hour applying to 16- to 18-year-old apprentices and those aged 19 and over in the first year of their apprenticeship. For apprentices 19 or over who have completed their first year and are continuing their apprenticeship, the National Minimum Wage appropriate to their ages applies.

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: 15,704.00 per week

Benefits:

Company pension
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Arundel, BN18 0EF: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):

Please confirm you have read and understood the 'Things to Consider' section of this application Please tell us why you are interested in this apprenticeship Please confirm you have the desired GCSE qualifications and can prove the same Please confirm you understand the physical nature of this role and you are able to accommodate it.
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Location:

Arundel, BN18 0EF (preferred)
Work Location: In person