Directorate: Housing, Regeneration and Operations
Section: Environmental Services
Location: Weighbridge Site Lodge
Grade: Apprenticeship
Salary:
Under 21: National Minimum Wage £10.85 per hour
21 and over:
Year 1 – National Minimum Wage £10.85 per hour
Year 2 – National Living Wage £12.71 per hour
Hours: 37 hours per week
This advert is open to both internal and external applicants.
About us:
We are a city of strengths, with a proud heritage and bright future. Working for Stoke-on Trent City Council is more than just a job, it's about making, protecting and improving the services for the local population, reducing inequalities and improving independence for the people who live and work in the city. And that’s where you come in. We are always looking for people of the highest calibre with skills, knowledge and experience to help us deliver our compelling vision.
Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s diverse and talented workforce is its greatest asset and most valuable resource. The skills, knowledge and experience of our c.4,600 employees are essential to delivering our ambitions and vision for our organisation and Stoke-on-Trent. We want to be an employer that people are proud to work for, and where our staff are supported, developed and rewarded in an inclusive way that helps them to excel and to deliver the high-quality services that our residents need.
Further information on the Council and our directorates
The Role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Environmental Services department at Stoke on Trent City Council as a Park Apprentice where you will care and maintain Stoke on Trent’s Heritage Parks. You will assist the Park’s team to deliver high quality and effective grounds maintenance.
As part of this role, you will undertake the following apprenticeship:
- Level 2 Horticulture or landscape construction operative which is typically a 24 month apprenticeship
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the maintenance, cleanliness and presentation of local parks
- Grass cutting, hedge trimming, weeding, litter collection and general upkeep using a range of tools and equipment
- Engage with the public providing information about the parks and promote their responsible use
- Support community events, completing basic administrative tasks and work closely with the wider Parks Team
- Complete an apprenticeship alongside, attending training, complete coursework and develop a work based portfolio
About You:
- Have a minimum of Level 1 Maths or English
- Able to communicate effectively both written and verbally
- Able to work as part of a team
What we offer:
- A competitive salary based on your skills, experience and talent
- Hybrid and flexible working options
- An excellent local authority benefits pension scheme
- Professional development through learning opportunities, regular training sessions and apprenticeship and management schemes
Further information on our Rewards and Benefits can be found here
For more information on the role, please contact the Recruiting Manager James Spencer, [email protected]
Pre-Employment Checks:
Any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of required pre-employment checks. These may include:
- Occupational Health Clearance
- Evidence of professional qualifications or registrations
- DBS check at the appropriate level (if applicable for the role)
The Council will not accept any speculative CVs from employment agencies.
No agency terms and conditions accompanying any such CVs will be accepted by the Council.
Any unsolicited information sent by an employment agency will be treated as the property of the Council.
Please note that if an employee who is currently at risk of redundancy within the organisation applies for this vacancy their application will receive priority. If this happens you will be advised accordingly.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At Stoke-on-Trent City Council, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our community, and we want our workforce to reflect that. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We understand that some people, especially those from underrepresented or marginalised backgrounds, may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet all the listed requirements. If this role interests you and you think you could be a good fit, we encourage you to apply. We are proud of what makes each of us unique and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels included, can be themselves, and can succeed together.
To Apply
If you have any queries or want an application form in another format, please email
[email protected] or call us on 01782 238189.
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