Apprentice – Gardener

Closing Date for Applications: 20 March 2026
Standard / Level: Level 2
Location: Chester, CH3 7HA
Working for: LLOYD'S OF CHESTER LTD
Starting Salary: To be discussed at interview

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Apprentice Gardener to join our friendly and professional garden maintenance business serving the Chester and surrounding area. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors and wants to build a long-term career in horticulture. Lloyd’s of Chester is a family run business. Steve, Wendy & Ewan provide a bespoke service designed to keep your gardens looking pristine. We support both domestic and commercial customers in Chester and its surrounding villages.

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Planting, weeding, pruning, strimming, hedge-trimming, lawn care, and seasonal maintenance. Assisting in landscaping and design projects where appropriate. Following health and safety procedures at all times.

Requirements 

Desired Qualifications 

  • GCSE English, Maths (Grade 4 / C and above) desirable

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Team working
  • Physical fitness

Other Requirements

Hold a clean UK driving licence and able to get to and from place of work in Chester.

· A good communicator and listener as understanding our customers needs clearly is essential

· Enthusiastic and physically fit

· Be an outdoors person

· Able to work as part of a team and independently