StreetScene Apprentice - Grounds Maintenance

Closing date: 07 June 2026

Bolsover District Council is a dynamic and ambitious organisation that takes pride in delivering excellent services to our community whilst driving economic growth and environmental sustainability for the district. The Council is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic StreetScene Apprentice within our Grounds Maintenance team.

Candidates should have knowledge of and an interest in Streetscene operations. You will help maintain grassed areas, sports pitches, planted beds, gardens, churchyards, derelict sites, amenity trees and hedges. You’ll learn how to use a range of tools and equipment safely and effectively, working alongside experienced colleagues to broaden your knowledge This is an excellent opportunity to learn practical skills, gain industry‑recognised qualifications, and build a long‑term career in Streetscene services. Support will be provided to complete an apprenticeship in a relevant area such as horticulture or arboriculture.

To be successful you will need:

• A current full driving Category B License (or working towards passing within 12 months of being suitable driving age).
• Good verbal communication skills and experience of team working.
• A demonstrable enthusiasm for Grounds Maintenance and willingness to develop the appropriate skills, including undertaking Level 2 qualification in Horticulture or Arboriculture.
• Basic standard of education, including GCSE Grade C or above (Level 4-9) or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics (or expected grades).
• Ability to sustain high levels of physical output over prolonged periods.
  
  
  

For a full list of job details and requirements please view the Job Description and Person Specification.

Why work for us?

Bolsover District Council is a great place to work and if you join our team, you will become part of a talented and dedicated workforce. If you are keen to make a difference to people’s lives and develop your skills and experience, we would like to hear from you.

We offer a competitive salary, Local Government Pension Scheme, generous annual leave entitlement and excellent work/life balance initiatives. Learn more about the benefits of working for us at: Working for the Council

Apply today!

If you are interested in this post, please apply using the online application on our dedicated webpage on Derbyshire Jobs at: Bolsover District Council Vacancies or via Derbyshire - Jobs and Careers by clicking ‘Apply for this job’ and creating an account. You can save your progress and exit the application at any time, coming back to it at a later stage to complete and submit your application. Applications close Midnight on 07 June 2026.

Please read the Guidance Notes provided before completing any application and please note that CV’s will not be accepted.

If you do not have internet access, you can request an offline application pack by contacting Bolsover District Council Contact Centre on 01246 242424 or emailing: BDC-HR&Payroll@bolsover.gov.uk

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

For further information

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Richard Camps, Grounds Maintenance and Street Cleansing Manager, on 01246 593039 or email richard.camps@bolsover.gov.uk

If you have not received any communication within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion, and we thank you for your interest in the job role.