Groundworker Apprentice

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Summary

Solum SW Ltd are delighted to be offering a Groundwork Apprenticeship, looking for 6 Apprentices to join the groundworks team.

Annual wage

£28,080 a year
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Salary will be discussed further at Interview

Training course

Groundworker (level 2)

Hours

7.30am - 5.00pm. Days to be confirmed. 2 x half an hour breaks (1 paid). 20 days holiday plus x8 bank and public holidays.
45 hours a week

Possible start date

Saturday 01 August

Duration

1 Year 6 Months

Positions available

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Main Duties:

General groundwork duties as required but not limited to:

Laying drainage
Kerb laying
Concreting and laying tarmac
Safe use of tools, plant and materials having due regards to your own safety
Wearing PPE
Maintaining the safety of others in accordance with the HASAWA
Follow and adhere to company policy and procedures
Promote and maintain an active approach to health and safety in respect of yourself, colleagues and customers.

Ability to take direction and carry out specific works required, under supervision, to the desired standard of their superiors. A buddy system will be in place to ensure that all basic tasks are understood and completed.

Individuals must be 18 years of age or older to work as a groundsworker. This is because of legal requirements and safety considerations, particularly regarding operating machinery and handling materials on highways.

Where you’ll work

UPPER BUCKOVER FARM
BUCKOVER
WOTTON UNDER EDGE
GL12 8DZ

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

South Gloucestershire and Stroud College

Your training course

Groundworker (level 2)
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Your training plan

Groundworker Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard:

Throughout the apprenticeship, the apprentice will be engaged in various activities to build their portfolio and enhance their skills in the workplace
The apprentices will be required to attend SGS College, Horizon 38 Campus, Taurus Road, Filton. BS34 6FE
Practical workshops building on their skills learnt at college and at work, knowledge lessons and complete a portfolio of evidence
They will also undertake some self-directed study to further their understanding
Additionally, the apprentice will have regular progress reviews with their employer and Lecturer Assessor to ensure they are on track

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths and English (grade 3-9*)

Skills

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience
Physical fitness

Other requirements

<p>Must be able to get to and from the place of work in a safe and timely manner, all sites within a 25 mile radius of Bristol. Having a CSCS card is required to go on site. Applicants must be over 18 to apply as this is a requirement from the employer. Applicants must live within Bristol, or South Gloucestershire area.</p>

About this company

We supply all the management, engineering, plant, labour and materials for our groundworks, utilising our internal team and strong ties to local suppliers. Every part of the groundworks process falls under our umbrella. We will be the first in, starting with the site preparation and then meeting key dates for drainage, foundations and floor slabbs, wrapping up the external works for clients in the commercial, education, leisure, health and blue light sector.