Apprenticeship in Horticulture
Ards & North Down Borough Council
- Bangor, Co Down
- £25,185-26,403 per year
- Training
- Full-time
- This Apprenticeship is for a 4 Year Fixed Term Contract, which may be made permanent, however there is no guarantee of this. Permanent placement will be dependent on the needs of the service at this time
- Working hours are 36 hpw normally worked Monday to Thursday 8am to 4pm and Friday 8am to 2.30pm
- Day Release to college will be accommodated
- The postholder may be required to work outside normal hours, including weekends and public holidays.
- Based initially in Bangor Walled Garden, however successful candidates will be required to move to an alternative location in accordance with training and operational requirements.
- The postholder will be paid at Scale 2 and will only move to Scale 3 on completion of NVQ Level 3 in Horticulture. Current salary range is £25,185 to £26,403
- Appointment will be subject to satisfactory completion of a medical questionnaire including a pre-employment Drugs and Alcohol Screening
- A reserve list may be held for this post
- All correspondence in relation to the job vacancy will be completed by email and phone. Therefore, it is important that applicants ensure a valid e-mail address and mobile number are provided and entered accurately when filling out the application form.
- Applicants should ensure they check their emails including junk folders regularly. .
- Employees have access to a wide range of benefits at Ards and North Down Borough Council. In addition to a competitive salary, the Council supports all staff in their career aspirations through learning and development opportunities. Current key benefits include:
- 35 days of annual leave (including bank/public holidays)
- Northern Ireland Local Government Pension Scheme (Council contributes 19% of salary).
- Health benefits: Westfield Healthcare Scheme; Leisure Centre Membership; Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Day Release to college
- Training and Education support
- Ongoing support from a buddy and mentor during Apprenticeship scheme – full details available on commencement
- Plus much more...