Grounds & Estates Horticulture Operative Event Page: Brighton & Hove Skills Bootcamp |

Do you live in Brighton & Hove and want to learn more about amenity horticulture and designing and maintaining green spaces? No previous experience required, but a passion for the outdoors is a must!   

This course has all the necessary elements required to be able to work in a number of careers within the amenity horticulture sector, including roles within grounds & gardens)  This course is for those either currently working in or would like to enter into the amenity horticulture sector. 

Grow your future with hands-on, industry-recognised amenity horticulture training. 

This comprehensive, career-focused course is designed for individuals looking to build a strong foundation in amenity horticulture operations across a variety of landscapes — from urban gardens and coastal environments to public parks and estates. 

You'll gain a blend of technical & practical skills through classroom based learning, practical outdoor lessons and accredited training modules. Whether you're just entering the industry or seeking to upskill, this course prepares you for the responsibilities and challenges of working in grounds maintenance and landscape supervision. 

Course Cost

This Skills Bootcamp is FREE for learners who meet the eligibility criteria. 

Key Topics Include

Site Supervision & Safety: 
Complete the CITB Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme, equipping you to lead safely and confidently on-site. 

Risk Assessments & Legislation: 
Learn how to write, interpret, and implement risk assessments, and understand key legal responsibilities including the Wildlife and Countryside Act. 

Sustainable Soil Management: 

Discover living soil principles and techniques for sustainable land management. 

Plant Care Across Environments: 
Explore horticultural practices tailored to parks, coastal landscapes, and urban green spaces. 

Pest & Disease Management: 
Develop practical strategies to manage plant health, including up-to-date training on Ash Dieback and invasive pests. 

Practical Skills with Industry-Recognised Certification: 

• Emergency First Aid at Work
• Brush Cutter / Strimmer (Lantra)
• Hand-held Hedge Trimmer (Lantra)
• Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) CITB / Health & Safety Awareness 1 day course

Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) / 1 day Health & Safety Awareness Course

Sustainable Management of Living Soils  

Caring for plants in different environments ie parks & gardens, coastal environments & urban areas  

Legislative responsibilities of grounds maintenance i.e. Wildlife Act  

Pest & Diseases 

Emergency First Aid at Work  

Lantra Brush Cutter-Strimmer  

Lantra Hand Held Hedge Trimmer  

You will be assessed through both practical and theory assessments. 

19+ & living in Brighton & Hove 

This course is suitable for those currently working in or seeking employment within the amenity horticulture sector. (This can include grounds and gardens maintenance, estate worker, horticulture and sports turf) 

Amenity Horticulture entails the planning, designing and maintenance of parks, woodlands, interior landscaping, and areas that require flowers, shrubs, and plants. 

Applicants can not already be on a course receiving funding. 

All applicants will be interviewed prior to being offered a place on the course.