Apprentice Gardener - Level 2 Horticulture

2‑Year Fixed Term Contract, Mon – Friday 8am – 4.30pm, with one day a week attending College. College attendance will be in Hadlow near Tonbridge.

The King's School Canterbury are seeking an enthusiastic Apprentice Gardener to join our Gardens & Grounds team while you work towards your Level 2 Horticulture Apprenticeship. You’ll help maintain and develop our beautiful gardens and ornamental areas across all school sites.

You’ll gain hands‑on experience in a wide range of horticultural tasks, including:

• Mowing, weeding, pruning, hedge cutting and leaf collection
• Using hand and power tools (training provided)
• Working with fertilisers, composts and other materials
• Supporting general grounds maintenance and seasonal duties

Other tasks may be assigned to support the smooth running of the department.

• 2‑year apprenticeship with Level 2 qualification
• Free lunches during term time
• Free gym membership
• Monday–Friday working pattern + 1 college day per week
• Supportive team and a varied outdoor role in a stunning environment

• Keen on horticulture and outdoor work in all weather
• Hardworking, reliable, and eager to learn
• A good team player who follows instructions and works safely

If you wish to discuss the role in more detail, please ring Neil Dixon (Head of Gardens and Grounds) on or Josh Hughes (Head Gardener)

Closing date for receipt of applications: 6 February 2026.

The King’s School is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process which is in line with the statutory Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates.

All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.