Level 2Intermediate · GCSE equivalent
Sports turf operative
Maintaining and renovating sports surfaces to make sure that public and private sports facilities are available for use.
Typical duration
1y 6m
Training funded
Fully funded
Route
Agriculture, environmental and animal care
Standard ref
ST0210
Role overview
This Level 2 apprenticeship trains operatives to maintain sports turf and horticultural surfaces such as football pitches, cricket squares, golf courses, and athletics tracks. Apprentices learn to operate machinery, apply treatments, and carry out seasonal maintenance to keep playing surfaces in good condition. It can lead to roles as a Senior Grounds Operative, Head Groundsperson, or Greenkeeper.
Careers this apprenticeship leads to
Salary progression, top employers and day-to-day reality for the roles this standard prepares you for.
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