About
Employer description
The CWGC is a highly respected, prestigious, global Organisation that honours and cares for the 1.7 million members of the Commonwealth forces who died in the First and Second World Wars, ensuring their sacrifice will never be forgotten. Funded by six Commonwealth Member Governments, we build and maintain memorials and cemeteries at 23,000 locations, in 150 countries, including some of the world’s most iconic, landmark monuments. Today, over a century after we first began, our work continues through our staff, supporters and volunteers who preserve our unique cultural, horticultural and architectural heritage and ensure that the stories of those who died are told. We offer a unique and rewarding working environment.
Main description
The Apprentice Gardener will assist in the care, maintenance and development of turf and horticultural features within cemeteries and memorials under guidance from the Head Gardener. Duties include turf culture, pruning, soil management, planting, pest control, machinery operation and maintenance, tree care, and the care of ornamental features.
- Undertakes practical horticultural maintenance, renovation work and caretaking duties. This includes turf care, edging, hedge cutting, weeding, pruning
- Responsible for the safe operation, care, day to day maintenance of work equipment to a manufacturers guidance and reporting any issues to their Line Manager
- Familiar with and competent in undertaking several routine administrative duties, including the use of IT and smart phones
- Actively engages and work with other teams in the Region to deliver consistent standards across UKNA
- Acts as a representation of the Commission at all times, including at CWGC held events at the cemetery
- Providing advice and other information to Cemetery Visitors/members of the public, helping them locate war graves
- Undertakes any other duties which may reasonably be regarded as within the nature of the role
- Contributes to UKNA projects, tasks and working groups, as required
- Required to complete all training of the Level 2 Horticulture Apprenticeship
Training to be provided
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
CENTRAL YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION
Training course
Horticulture or landscape construction operative (level 2)
Training schedule
Level 2 Horticulture Apprenticeship Standard
Functional skills if required
Entry Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in: Maths and English (grade 3)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills required
Communication skills
IT skills
Team working
Creative
Other requirements
There will be some travel within the UK. A full UK driving licence is required.
Future prospects
Upon successful completion of the Apprenticeship, the candidate is welcome to apply to open vacancies within the Organisation
Closing Date
The closing date for this job offer is on 06/09/2025
Salary
£23,582 a year
Location
This job is located in Cambridge, Cambs
How to Apply
About West Suffolk College
West Suffolk College is an ambitious vocational and academic College, with a stunning main campus set in the heart of Bury St Edmunds. We are committed to providing outstanding education to all our students.
