Arboriculture Apprentice

Arboriculture Apprentice

Ref:

OPS1354

Full time

£26,873 - £28,770 per annum (A percentage of the entry level salary of the chosen job you will be working towards, or the National Minimum Wage (according to age), whichever is greater)

Arboriculture Apprentice

Trees are our history and our future. They define the landscape where we live, work and play. We are fortunate in Newcastle to have areas of parks and woodland which are freely accessible to the public and a large number of trees lining our residential streets and within the city center.

Newcastle is a great City, one that never stands still, that faces forward and embraces change. A City that makes history and shapes the future with a bold vision to achieve its ambitions supporting a post-pandemic vibrant City for both its residents and visitors.

Our services are powered by people and inspired by fresh ideas, and we have an exciting opportunity for an individual looking to start their career at Newcastle City Council in an apprenticeship role.

What will I be doing?

Your will be based at Newcastle City Council Green recycling centre at Sandhills Depot in Newburn.

The arboriculture team within Local Services provide a wide range of tree maintenance services across Newcastle City Councils, Open spaces, Highways and Housing. You will be carrying out tree work throughout Newcastle.

As an apprentice you will be learning on the job whilst being mentored by our qualified experienced staff. You will gain knowledge to enable you to climb trees, prune trees, and fell trees. You will be trained in using a variety of arboricultural plant, climbing equipment, and chainsaws. Recognise a basic range of tree and shrub species using common and scientific names. Identify pests, diseases, disorders and tree defects. Perform an aerial rescue of colleague from a rope and harness and work safely at height in the tree under supervision

What will I need?

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<li>GCSE grade 9-2 / A-E (or equivalent) in Maths &amp; English or the ability to achieve this determined though an assessment by the training provider. </li>

<li>Ability to work successfully both individually and as part of a team.</li>

<li>Capable of working at height. </li>

<li>Be physically fit and active</li>

<li>The ability to work outside in all weather conditions</li>

</ul>

You will need to be over 18 years of age

We&rsquo;ll support you to learn new skills, and to thrive in your role, undertaking level 2 apprenticeship Qualification in Arboriculture .This would be achieved by attending east Durham College on a day release basis.

The role is full time (37 hours per week) for a fixed term of 18 months.

At Newcastle City Council our apprentices are paid a percentage of the salary for the role the apprentice is working towards. This is always at least National Minimum Wage and increases each year as you develop your knowledge and skills.

This apprenticeship role is working towards the full role of Arborist (N5 grade starting salary £26,873)

Please see job description in supporting documents on Northeast jobs.

In Year one you will be paid 60&#37; of the salary rate, or NMW, whichever is higher.

In Year two you will be paid 65&#37; of the salary rate or NMW, whichever is higher.

Whilst we are unable to guarantee a post in the role apprentices work towards, all our apprentices are supported to apply for suitable vacancies when they complete their apprenticeship so that they can make use of their new skills and qualifications.

Please note: You must not hold an existing qualification at the same or higher level as this apprenticeship in the same or similar subject. If you have extensive knowledge or experience in this occupational area, you may not be eligible to undertake the apprenticeship.

Join us?

If you believe this could be the right opportunity for you and would like to gain skills, experience and a qualifications that will enable you to have a career in arboriculture we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion on this exciting opportunity please feel free to contact Peter Boulton on 07917040767

Apply online at www.northeastjobs.org.uk, select 'Apply Now' and complete our online application form tell us how you meet the person specification, including any experience you might have from school, volunteering, or from other activities such as sports clubs or interest groups.

You&rsquo;ll also need to provide references from someone who can tell us about you.

Any communication sent to you regarding your application will be sent to the email address you have set up on your Northeast Jobs account, so you will need to ensure that you check your inbox.

Fixed Term

Closing date:

26 April 2024