A horticulture and landscaping operative apprenticeship has been launched at Duchy College.  

Sarah Hernandez, Business Development Manager for the rural sector at CCB Training said: ‘With skills shortages in the horticulture and landscaping industries at regional and national levels, there has never been a better time to ensure apprentices have the right skills to meet business needs.’

Ben Ruscombe-King, Head Gardener at Hotel Endsleigh, Tavistock said watching the company’s first apprentice develop into a knowledgeable and valued member of the team had encouraged them to take on a new apprentice.

The Horticulture Landscaping Operative apprenticeship has been developed to deliver core skills and knowledge and offers the flexibility to choose a pathway into horticulture or landscaping construction.

Funding is available for employers as well as a £1k incentive for employing 16 to 18 year olds.

To find out more about Horticulture and Landscaping apprenticeships at Duchy College go to www.ccbtraining.co.uk and to view current apprenticeship vacancies visit www.duchy.ac.uk/apprenticeship-hub.