This is an opportunity not to be missed. Lords Cricket Ground are looking for someone to come and play their part by joining as an apprentice Groundsperson. The successful candidate will be assisting in preparation and maintenance of all playing and practise areas under the direction of Head Groundsman and to support the Ground staff team.
Closing date: 28 Feb 2023

Apprenticeship summary Annual wage £21,567.00

Subject to MCC’s financial results and your individual performance, a performance-related bonus may be awarded in respect of any year.

Working week

Five shifts of nine hours rostered between Monday to Sunday, including one hour unpaid lunch on each day worked. Exact shifts tbc. You may be required to be on duty on major match days and on evenings/weekends. Lieu days and overtime can be accrued.

Total hours per week: 40
Expected duration 18 Months

Possible start date 01 Apr 2023
Apprenticeship level
Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE)
Reference number VAC1000125118
Positions 1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?
Assist with maintenance and preparation of all playing and practise areas to a level befitting a first-class Cricket Club and the Home of Cricket
Repairing foot holes
Cutting outfield
Haulage of covers on and off
Watering outfield and pitches
Rolling of playing and practice pitches
Operate equipment as requested by Head Groundsman, i.e. rollers, tractors, gators, mowers and other vehicles, tools and various equipment
Assist where necessary with the upkeep and maintenance of various tools and machinery and equipment
Learn and improve necessary skills relating to use of technical equipment and general groundsmanship through on the job learning and external courses
Assist with any other requested activities in and around the ground with the agreement of the Head Groundsman
Uphold a clean and safe environment at all times
Provide a helpful and professional service to players, managers and other users of the ground

This job profile is not an exhaustive or definitive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The responsibilities, tasks and duties of the jobholder might differ from those outlined in the job profile and duties might be amended as the job evolves in light of the needs of the business and/or at the discretion of management.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Level 2 Sports Operative Apprenticeship
Weekly remote learning with Berkshire College of Agriculture
Level 2 Functional Skill English and maths (unless exempt)
Review visits from an assessor every 8 – 10 weeks
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
A possible full-time position on completion of the apprenticeship – not guaranteed.