GROUNDS & GARDEN APPRENTICE

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Qualifications/Attainment

Essential

Desirable

Good standard of education, particularly GCSEs in Math’s and
English

X

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

Desirable

An understanding of health and safety management, including risk
assessments to ensure all activities are carried out in a safe way

X

Skills/Abilities

Good numeracy and literacy skills

Good communication skills

Ability to understand and follow instructions

Ability to work as part of a team and support colleagues

Ability to maintain confidentiality where necessary

Able to be flexible in work activities, location and hours of work

Personable and comfortable in dealing with people including tenants,
tradespeople, visitors and other colleagues

Be conscientious and diligent and show attention to detail

Ability to work on own initiative and be a self-starter

Ability to work to deadlines

Flexible approach to dealing with and adapting to change

Committed to providing excellent customer service

Ability to respect confidentiality and recognise the importance of data
protection

Passionate about beginning a career in the education sector

Essential

Desirable

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X