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Grounds Maintenance Operative Apprentice

Monk Hesleden Parish Council · Hartlepool · posted 21 July 2026

Wage
£16,224 a year
Hours
39 hours a week
Duration
2 Years
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Horticulture or landscape construction operative (level 2)
Starts
15 September 2026
Closing date
27 August 2026
Positions
1

Apply on the official government service →No Apprentice League account needed — we never gate applications.

To support the Estates Manager by ensuring the effective upkeep and maintenance of all Parish Council services and facilities. This includes carrying out a wide range of horticultural, landscaping, grounds maintenance, and general duties across sports turf areas, cemeteries, and Council-owned buildings.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform general horticultural duties, including planting, pruning, weeding, and turf maintenance.
  • Maintain and develop Parish Council landscapes and green spaces.
  • Carry out grounds maintenance across sports facilities, cemeteries, and other public spaces.
  • Undertake general building and facility upkeep tasks as required.
    Safely operate a wide range of machinery, tools, and specialist equipment.
  • Ensure all work is completed in accordance with the Parish Council’s Health & Safety policies and other relevant regulations.

The successful candidate will be required to study for a nationally recognised diploma in Horticulture, training for which will be organised by the Council.

 

Your training

You will attend East Durham College's Houghall campus on a day release programme weekly where you will partake in theory-based sessions.

  • (Core) Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (Ofqual registered) minimum 1-day course
  • (Horticulture Operative) Lantra Awards Level 2 Award in Safe Use of Pesticides OR City and Guilds Level 2 Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides
  • (Horticulture Operative) Lantra Awards Level 2 Award in the Safe Application of Pesticide Using Handheld Equipment OR City and Guilds Level 2 Award in the Safe Application of Pesticides Using Pedestrian Handheld Equipment

The qualification you will undertake is the occupational Standard:

  • ST0225, horticulture or landscape construction operative level 2

 

Where it leads

  • Possibility of a full-time post upon completion of apprenticeship
  • You will gain satisfaction and self-confidence from knowing your abilities have been successfully assessed against an established national standard
  • The professional qualifications behind the apprenticeship programme and the experience in the horticulture role will provide you with a great opportunity to progress your career with us and explore development opportunities that are available to you.
  • Recruitment process will involve attendance at an assessment day.

About Monk Hesleden Parish Council

Monk Hesleden Parish Council was established in December 1894 and it serves the village of Blackhall Colliery, Blackhall Rocks, Crimdon, Hesleden, High Hesleden & Monk Hesleden.

Things to consider

This role requires working outside in all weathers and is a physically demanding job.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsTeam workingInitiativePhysical fitnessHard working

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 3 or above) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 3 or above) — essential

Where you'll work

  • 68 MIDDLE STREET, BLACKHALL COLLIERY, HARTLEPOOL, TS27 4EA

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