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Apprentice Greenkeeper
(Eltham Warren Golf Club)

Location:

London, SE9 2PE

Course level:

Level 2

Course Duration:

17 months approx

Application Deadline Date:

1.10.24

Weekly Hours:

30 hours

Salary:

Minimum Wage according to Age.

Positions:

About this opportunity:

A private members 9 hole golf club founded in 1890 providing a friendly and welcoming atmosphere for members and their guests to enjoy their golf.

Apprentice greenkeeper role to work alongside 3 full time members of staff learning all aspects of golf course maintenance as part of the The Golf Greenkeeper Standard.

The apprenticeship comprises of 10 core topic areas which will cover both knowledge and skills:

Health and safety
Plant and grass identification
Identification and control of weeds, pests, diseases and turf disorders
Plant and soil science
Turf maintenance
Plant nutrition
Machinery operation and maintenance
Environment and ecology
Irrigation and drainage
Course rules and etiquette

Why apply for this job?

Joining an existing friendly team.
Appreciative club members.
Modern equipment.

Desired skills and qualities

Reliability
Good time-keeping
Keenness to learn

Desired qualifications

GCSE’s, or equivalents in maths and English are desired but not essential
Applicant must not already hold a Level 2 or higher in Horticulture.

Future Progression

Possibility of a employment if a suitable role is available.

Training:

Full training to be provided by the employer and KEITS at the place of employment.
The applicant will be working towards and gain a Level 2 Sports Turf or Golf Green Keeping Business Administration Apprenticeship
The learner will be allocated an industry specific training consultant who will provide both remote and on site visits throughout the apprenticeship.
The apprentice will work towards an End Point Assessment (EPA) at the end of their apprenticeship.
If you would like to read more about the course content for sports turf or gold green keeping apprenticeships, please follow the below links:
https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/golf-greenkeeper-v1-1
https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/sports-turf-operative-v1-2

Things to consider

KEITS Training Services Ltd reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier than the listed closing date should the need arise.
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