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Our vision for Kirklees is to have a strong economy with a great quality of life - thriving communities, growing businesses, high prosperity, and low inequality where people enjoy better health throughout their lives.

To achieve this, we need a diverse and talented workforce.

Our highly rated apprenticeship programmes will allow you to earn, learn and build a successful career.

You will learn from experienced staff in the workplace, sponsored to undertake an industry recognised qualification and benefit from our extensive wraparound support.

We offer a competitive salary, with access to our staff benefits, pensions, employee networks and wellbeing packages.

Each year we offer wide ranging opportunities from trades, office based and outdoor work to technical and specialised roles within the council.

Our roles are suitable for all ages, from school and college leavers to those looking to re-train into a different career. We also offer opportunities for graduates through our higher-level apprenticeship programme.

You will work as an Apprentice Arborist in the Forestry Team, part of the Greenspace Service. You will be required to complete a 30-month training programme that will cover all aspects of the role and will be delivered through attendance at college or other distance learning methods delivered by the training provider. You will complete an Arborist Apprenticeship Level 2.

If you require further information about the role please contact Recruiting Manager Joanne Barnes or Suzy Hodgson on 01484 221000 or email [email protected] or [email protected]

What can we offer?

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Friendly and supportive team environment
• Ongoing training and career development
• Excellent pension scheme
• A range of family friendly policies, including flexible working.
• We offer a wide range of well-being initiatives including a cycle to work scheme and discounted KAL membership