Typical duties at work will include:

• Establishing and maintaining plant growth
• Nursery work
• Maintenance of decorative grass areas and paths
• Tree planting and woodland maintenance
• Maintenance of machinery

Description:

You will spend two week blocks, four times a year, during your training at SRUC Elmwood, Cupar. Subjects studied will include propagating plants, maintaining decorative areas and machinery maintenance.

During the programme candidates will be employed in a supervising capacity in gardening.

Duration:

The course takes two years for the SCQF 5 Modern Apprenticeship and an additional two years for the SCQF 7 Modern Apprenticeship.

Delivery:

• Block release to Elmwood College
• Workplace assessments
• Compilation of Portfolio of Evidence
• Completion of various short courses

Qualifications you will acquire:

• SCQF 5 MA Horticulture
• SCQF 7 MA Parks and Open Spaces

Personal qualities, skills and qualifications:

• Ideally applicants will have studied to National 5 or Standard Grade level in subjects such as Maths, English and Science, although these are not essential
• A mature outlook and willingness to work as a team are essential
• Candidates must be physically able for the tasks involved in the job and be prepared to work outdoors in all weathers