Horticulture or landscape construction operative

Overview

This occupation is found in a wide range of outdoor spaces with horticultural spaces including public parks and gardens, green spaces, schools, tourist attractions, historic and private gardens. Some will work on a variety of spaces belonging to other people such as domestic gardens, construction sites, retail and business parks. Many organisations will be specialised in their activities, such as grounds maintenance or landscape construction.

The broad purpose of the occupation is to undertake the practical operations required to create and maintain horticultural spaces. This includes both the soft aspects (plants and soil) and the hard elements (surfaces, features and structures).

Training covers the major areas a horticulture or landscaping operative will experience, including:

• Carry out operations to minimise the adverse environmental impact (including pollution control) in line with legislation and industry guidance.
• Maintain plant health including pests, pathogens and disorders.
• Install soft landscape materials for example shrubs, trees, turf and seeds.
• Maintain hard surfaces, features or structures.
• Construct hard landscape surfaces, structures and features for example paths, patios, decking.

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Apprenticeship details 

Apprenticeship Level: Level 2

Typical duration: 24 months

Funding Band: £6,000 - Government subsidies and/or Levy Share can cover up to 100% of apprenticeship training costs for SMEs. Visit Cost of hiring an apprentice for more information.

Training provision

Providers approved and able to deliver training for this apprenticeship standard in Norfolk are:

• KEITS Training Services Ltd
• Suffolk New College
• Central YMCA