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Open Spaces Grounds Maintenance Apprentice

Lymington & Pennington Town Council · Lymington · posted 28 August 2026

Wage
£15,392 a year
Hours
37 hours a week
Duration
2 Years 3 Months
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Horticulture or landscape construction operative (level 2)
Starts
12 October 2026
Closing date
18 September 2026
Positions
1

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

You will be trained in all aspect of horticulture, to include:

  • Look after parks, open spaces and sports facilities
  • Plant and care for flowers, trees and shrubs
  • Mow grass and prune plants and trees
  • Help with wildlife and nature projects
  • Use gardening tools and machinery safely
  • To work as part of a team to care for community open space facilities

In addition to the tasks above you will be required to assist with litter picking and general maintenance duties.

You will also be required, with training, PPE and supervision to operate a variety of machinery to undertake these tasks.

Your training

Training will take place in the workplace and day release attendance to Sparsholt College.  

Where it leads

You may be offered a full time position once you have successfully completed your apprenticeship.

About Lymington & Pennington Town Council

Lymington and Pennington town council was created in the mid 1970’s and serves the area of Lymington, Pennington and other neighbouring villages, providing a number of services including a number of formal gardens, parks, playgrounds, sports facilities and conservation areas for residents and visitors to enjoy.

Skills they're looking for

Attention to detailProblem solving skillsNumber skillsTeam workingInitiativePhysical fitnessAn interest in horticultureCan do attitudeReliable with good timekeeping

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade C(4) or above) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade C (4 or above) — essential
  • Driving License (grade Full) — desired

Where you'll work

  • TOWN HALL, AVENUE ROAD, LYMINGTON, SO41 9ZG

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