At a Glance
- Tasks: Gain hands-on experience in horticulture while working towards a Level 2 qualification.
- Company: Join a diverse, inclusive organisation committed to your growth and wellbeing.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days annual leave, health support, and employee discounts.
- Other info: Flexible working hours and a supportive team environment await you!
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in horticulture with practical skills and customer service training.
- Qualifications: Minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including Maths and English.
The predicted salary is between 19968 - 19968 £ per year.
Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.
Apprentice – Horticulture Level 2
Fixed term contract initially for 24 months
Ipswich
Starting Salary Year 1: £19,968
40 hours per week
Are you looking for your next step or change in career? Our Apprenticeship programme gives you practical experience, all whilst working towards a qualification in partnership with our training provider, Grey Seal. You’ll work towards a Level 2 nationally recognised qualification in Horticulture. As well as gaining experience in the workplace, you’ll be supported by ‘off-the-job’ training at college. This helps provide a route or pathway to further skills, opportunities, and progression. All of this will be supported by the team around you, ensuring you are getting the best out of your apprenticeship!
What will you do?
You will work in the Ipswich region. This opportunity will give you a chance to earn valuable practical experience in Horticulture and enable you to learn the customer service skills needed to build a career in the industry.
What skills and abilities do I need to have?
- A minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above (or equivalent to), including Maths and English
- A keen interest in horticulture and landscaping
- Enjoy getting stuck into physical work
- Hold a full UK driving license, or be willing to undertake driving lessons with a view to holding a full UK driving license, in order to drive a company vehicle on completion of your apprenticeship
Why work for us?
Sanctuary Property Services provide in-house repairs and maintenance services for an extensive portfolio of properties across Sanctuary Group’s organisations. As part of a not-for-profit organisation, we aim to achieve outstanding results for our customers based on our values - working in an open and transparent way, creating strong partnerships with our customers and providing a first-class customer service.
Our Benefits
As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering:
- 25 days annual leave
- A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary
- Life Assurance
- Employee Advice Service including counselling
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Voluntary health plans
- Employee discounts
- Wellbeing support and tools
- Employee recognition scheme
Closing Date: 31 July 2026
As part of the application process, your details will be shared with the training provider who may contact you to complete a further application. Both applications will form part of our overall application review process. Before you apply, please ensure you have an updated copy of your CV. If you're unsure about any details or have questions about the role, our fantastic talent team will be happy to help you– apprenticeships@sanctuary.co.uk
We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.
Check out our Apprentice page to find the process, apprentice stories, FAQs and much more.
A basic Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.
Level 2 Apprentice - Horticulture employer: Sanctuary Group
Sanctuary Maintenance Contractors Limited is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises the well-being of its employees. With generous benefits such as up to 30 days of annual leave, a pension scheme, and access to wellbeing support, employees are encouraged to grow and thrive in their roles. Working in Sheffield, you will be part of a dedicated team making a meaningful impact on the community while enjoying the advantages of a not-for-profit organisation focused on improving lives.
