Grounds Apprentice

• Maintaining sports pitches, playing fields and landscaped areas
• Grass cutting, hedge trimming, planting and pruning
• Assisting with the preparation and marking of sports pitches
• Supporting the development and maintenance of school gardens and outdoor learning spaces
• Assisting with landscape improvement projects
• Learning the safe use of grounds maintenance machinery and equipment
• Working outdoors throughout the year as part of a professional facilities team

The successful candidate will study towards a Level 2 Horticulture and Landscaping Operative. This programme is designed to equip aspiring professionals with the expertise needed to shape, maintain, and enhance outdoor environments. You will combine hands-on experience across our school sites, with in-depth practical and theoretical training, and gain the skills needed to work in a diverse and growing industry. All training will be delivered either onsite or online.

For the right candidate and on successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be the opportunity to progress to the Level 3 Horticulture Landscaping Supervisor Apprenticeship.

Passing a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Lichfield Cathedral School is a leading independent co-educational school for pupils aged 2 to 18, located in the heart of Staffordshire. With a strong focus on academic excellence, personal development and pastoral care, the school provides a supportive and inspiring environment in which pupils can thrive. Set within beautiful grounds and supported by excellent facilities, Lichfield Cathedral School is committed to helping young people achieve their full potential both in and beyond the classroom.