Gardening Apprentice – County Training

Apprenticeship Level: Level 2
Organisation: ROSALIND & DAVID CLEEVELY

This is an exciting opportunity to represent Rosalind and David Cleevely at Aston Hall, a private family estate in South Shropshire with extensive gardens, grounds and wider estate land. To apply, please click here: https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/VAC2000038450

What you’ll do at work

  • Supporting the care and maintenance of gardens, lawns, borders and planted areas
  • Assisting with seasonal planting, pruning, weeding and general horticultural tasks
  • Learning plant identification, propagation and cultivation techniques
  • Helping maintain the wider estate grounds to a high standard
  • Operating and maintaining horticultural tools and equipment safely
  • Assisting with vegetable growing, greenhouse work and seasonal projects where appropriate
  • Supporting new planting schemes and ongoing garden development
  • Working alongside experienced gardeners and estate staff to develop practical horticultural skills
  • Following safe working practices and contributing to the smooth running of the estate

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Organisation skills
  • Team working
  • Physical fitness
  • Willingness to work outdoors

Desired qualifications

  • GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4 and above) desirable

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

 

After this apprenticeship

This role is intended to provide a strong foundation for a long-term career in horticulture.

The apprentice will gain experience across a wide range of horticultural and estate activities, working alongside experienced staff.

What you will gain at the end

A certificate of completion of the Level 2 Horticulture and Landscape Operative Standard

Horticulture or Landscape Construction Operative

About the employer

Aston Hall is a private family estate in South Shropshire with extensive gardens, grounds and wider estate land. The estate is undergoing ongoing development and enhancement, including new planting projects and improvements to the gardens and landscape.
The successful apprentice will work alongside an experienced estate team, gaining practical hands-on experience in all aspects of horticulture, garden maintenance and estate management while studying towards a recognised horticultural qualification.

Address: Aston Hall, Aston Munslow, Craven Arms, SY7 9ER

Contact

Please contact County Training for further information.

[email protected]

0345 678 9023

The reference for this vacancy is: VAC2000038450.

 

Gardening Apprentice – County Training

Apprenticeship Vacancy Details

Reference Number: VAC2000038450
Organisation: ROSALIND & DAVID CLEEVELY
Apprenticeship Level: Level 2
Apprenticeship Duration: 27 Months
Job Location or Region: Craven Arms
Wage: £15,600 a year
Working Week: Monday to Friday Shifts to be confirmed
Possible Start Date: 29 August 2026
Positions Available: 1