Location: Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 1BN
Salary: £12.71 per hour
Contract: Permanent, 37 hours per week
Earn while you learn • Full training provided
Do you enjoy being outdoors? Interested in plants, green spaces and practical work? This is a great opportunity to start your career in horticulture while helping to keep one of the UK’s most historic towns looking its best.
As our Apprentice Warden, you’ll join our friendly outside services team, supporting the upkeep of Berwick’s play parks, floral displays and public spaces. You’ll learn real skills from experienced colleagues while studying towards a RHS Level 2 Horticulture Operative apprenticeship with Northumberland College.
What you’ll be doing
Helping with planting, pruning and watering
Supporting seasonal displays and community planting projects
Learning to use horticultural tools and equipment safely
Wooden bench maintenance
Working outdoors in all seasons as part of a supportive team
Being a friendly, approachable presence in the community while working in public spaces
What we’re looking for
Enthusiasm for gardening and outdoor maintenance work
A positive, customer focused attitude
Willingness to learn and develop new skills
Commitment to attending college and completing the qualification
What we offer
National Living Wage
A recognised Level 2 qualification
Supportive training and mentoring
Experience across a wide range of gardening and outdoor maintenance tasks
The chance to help shape Berwick’s green spaces for residents and visitors
Apply now and grow your future with us.
How to apply
Please click apply for further information and an application form.
Closing date for applications: 12pm, Sunday 28th June 2026
Interviews: Will take place week commencing 6th July 2026
Salary description
£12.71 - £12.71 per hour