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At Arne Maynard Garden Design we are often looking for really special gardeners to work closely with us and our clients. Mark Read at English Country Gardeners is extremely knowledgeable, personable and really goes above and beyond to seek out the best candidates for our client’s gardens both in the UK and the USA. We trust Mark explicitly in his approach and highly recommend contacting him for your recruitment needs – he is an absolute pleasure to work with.
We used English Country Gardeners to recruit a Head Gardener and more recently another gardener to join our team. On both occasions ECG have been incredibly efficient and provided quality candidates for interviews. The recruitment team are responsive, professional and have made recruiting gardeners effortless.
I have used English Country Gardeners, both as a job applicant and as an Employer, for many years and have always found them responsive, professional and a pleasure to work with. The calibre of gardeners has always been high and a great fit for the jobs advertised.
We are absolutely delighted with the gardener recruited through English Country Gardeners. Their help in forming the brief and selecting a short list demonstrated a real knowledge of the market and was incredibly valuable.
English Country Gardeners assisted me with the process of recruiting two gardeners for two different properties. Sophie Sharpe and her team were extremely friendly, professional and ready to answer any queries we had regarding the process. I would highly recommend English Country Gardeners for any recruiting needs.

What We Do
English Country Gardeners are the specialist employment agency for the recruitment of skilled gardening staff. English Country Gardeners are dedicated to the professional gardener and estate owner. For over 25 years we have been providing our clients with a worldwide specialist search and selection service. English Country Gardeners is firmly placed as the leading agency for the recruitment of permanent professional gardeners.

Latest Filled Positions
Sole Gardener
Circa £30,000 DOE
Hampshire
The successful Sole Gardener will be moving into the beautiful private estate and will assist with their creative input, to complete the re-establishment of the garden.
Sole Gardener
Up To £40,000
Surrey
A highly skilled gardener is looking forward to working with the owners to manage this incredible arts and crafts garden that has featured in garden literature over the last 100 years in Southwest Surrey.
Head Gardener & Housekeeper
£70,000 combined
Gloucestershire
A Head Gardener and Housekeeper couple will be living on-site, playing a key role in maintaining the stunning gardens of a beautiful 17th-century manor estate
Skilled Gardener
£32,000 DOE
West Sussex
The new Skilled Gardener is going to be part of some fascinating, upcoming projects in this wonderful and horticulturally diverse garden.
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Wanted: Part-time Gardener needed for a beautiful and diverse 2.5-acre private garden located between Stockport and Macclesfield. 🌱
This well-established garden features an intriguing variety of trees, shrubs, rare plants, topiary, a small kitchen garden area, expansive lawns, vibrant borders, and meadow areas. The garden is a blend of formal and informal areas, each requiring careful attention and expertise. 🌳🍃
The owners are passionate about gardening but are no longer able to manage the extensive upkeep on their own. They are seeking a dedicated gardener to assist for 1-2 days per week with essential garden maintenance duties, excluding lawn mowing. The ideal candidate should be comfortable working unsupervised, with sufficient gardening knowledge and experience to contribute to both the care and further development of the garden where necessary. 🌿🧤
Key responsibilities include:
🌿 plant care, pruning, and maintaining topiary
🍃ensuring the overall health and beauty of the garden’s diverse plant life
🌱 Strong plant knowledge and craft skills in pruning and topiary are essential.
The owners also have a particular interest in maintaining the garden’s informal areas for wildlife and nature conservation. 🐝 They aim to use minimal chemical sprays, favouring organic gardening practices wherever possible. A candidate with an interest in organic gardening and nature conservation would be a perfect fit for this role, as they would be able to align their gardening practices with the owners’ vision of creating a haven for local wildlife. 🌼
Find out more and apply at 📌 https://shorturl.at/2tvhM
Ref: EC 68097
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🌟An exciting opportunity for an #ExperiencedGardener on a stunning private estate located near High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire.
Set within 35 acres of tranquil Buckinghamshire countryside, this exceptional hilltop estate offers a peaceful and picturesque setting surrounded by natural beauty. The grounds are both expansive and varied, encompassing formal gardens, meadows, pastures, five acres of woodland, and an area designated as being of scientific interest. 🌳🌼
At the heart of the estate lies the main house, surrounded by an eclectic one and a half acres of formal gardens maintained to a high horticultural standard and consists of various flower and shrub borders, heather border, extensive collection of Japanese maples, and a signature rose walk designed and laid out by David Austin. 🌹🌿
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for horticulture to contribute meaningfully to a beautifully maintained and diverse garden. 🧤🍃
The successful candidate will have proven experience in maintaining a similar-sized and style of garden and will ideally hold a Level 2 horticultural qualification (or higher) or demonstrate a willingness to work toward formal qualifications. 🌱
Find out more & apply at 📌https://shorturl.at/qBPk7
Ref: EC68062
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📣A dedicated & experienced #HeadGardener is sought to take on a prestigious 3.5-acre private estate located within the Richmond Park area of London. This role is ideal for a self-motivated and passionate horticulturalist, eager to work in a stunning environment, contributing to the care and development of the gardens alongside a close-knit & long-standing team. 🌱🌿
The estate features beautifully maintained lawns, protected trees, vegetable patches, and a greenhouse, all waiting for an experienced hand to fully establish and develop. While much of the garden is well-maintained, certain areas require creative vision and expertise to bring them to life, offering an exciting opportunity for the new Head Gardener to leave a lasting mark. 🌲🥕
The garden’s location within a protected site adds an additional layer of responsibility, making knowledge of tree preservation and care vital. The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of garden management, development, and seasonal care, ensuring that the grounds are maintained to the highest standards throughout the year. 🌳🍃
Find out more & apply at 📌https://shorturl.at/Stkak
Ref: EC68059
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📣Gardener and Housekeeper Couple sought on a part time basis.
An exceptional opportunity for a dedicated and professional couple to join a private household on a beautiful property located near Banbury, Oxfordshire – 3 days per week. This dual-role position offers a unique chance to work in a well-maintained property that boasts a mature and diverse garden, set within the picturesque Oxfordshire countryside. 🌳🌿
The property comprises a 2-acre garden, including two ponds, an extensive iris collection, mixed beds and borders and a range of fruit and ornamental trees. A modest kitchen garden provides the household with a range of fruit and vegetables, complemented by a productive greenhouse, several lawns, and a gently flowing stream that adds natural charm to the landscape. 🌼🌺
The welcoming and passionate owners, who are dedicated plant enthusiasts, are seeking a gardener to take full responsibility for the ongoing care and maintenance of this well-loved garden. The ideal Gardener candidate will have a solid foundation in horticulture and the skills required to maintain a high-quality private garden. 🌱
The housekeeper role is also part-time, 3 days per week and the successful candidate will be responsible for the upkeep and cleanliness of the interior of the home, ensuring that it remains welcoming and well-presented at all times. 🧼🧹
These positions are offered with a quaint three-bedroom cottage off site (across the road from the main property). 🏡
Find out more & apply at 📌https://shorturl.at/dOIPP
Ref: EC67940
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🌟An exciting opportunity for a Gardener to join a 30-acre historic estate in Somerset. Featuring a Grade I listed building, Grade II ancillary structures, and extensive Grade II listed park and gardens, the estate boasts an array of picturesque features, including a beautifully enclosed walled garden, tiered lawns, a flourishing orchard, and expansive parkland. 🌳🍃
Currently undergoing an extensive restoration, the estate is on a journey to reclaim its grandeur. Once the restoration is complete, the gardens will open to the public on select occasions, providing an opportunity to showcase their beauty and historic significance. 🌺🌲
🌿🌱 Skilled, knowledgeable and motivated horticulturists, with experience covering all areas of ornamental gardening including formative pruning, irrigation systems and establishing newly designed gardens are encouraged to apply.
Does this sound like you? Find out more & apply at 📌https://shorturl.at/AD6NV
Ref: EC68067
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Looking to advertise your horticultural & gardener roles?🌿
Employers across the UK have trusted English Country Gardeners with their recruitment needs for over 35 years and we take pride in the private advertising packages that we have developed.🌻🌳
We have three tiers of advertising available, each with a differing level of exposure depending on the needs of the role and the budget. 🍃
For more information call us on 01233 733510 or visit https://englishcountrygardeners.co.uk/employers/post-a-job/ 🌱

📣 An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced and versatile Estate Technician (HandyPerson) to join the maintenance team of a distinguished Sussex private estate. 🌲🌿
The successful candidate will carry out a broad range of internal and external maintenance duties, including basic plumbing, electrical tasks, painting, and carpentry. In addition, they will undertake cleaning and upkeep of outdoor areas, including jet washing and general maintenance of pathways and surrounding grounds. Basic gardening tasks such as lawn mowing will also be required, undertaken under the direction of the Head Gardener.🛠🔧🧰⚒️
🌳🌱The position calls for a proactive and capable individual who will uphold the highest standards of presentation and functionality. This is a hands-on role within a high-value residential setting, requiring a practical, solutions-oriented approach and strong attention to detail.
Find out more and apply today at 📌https://shorturl.at/fLmDH
Ref: EC67665
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Are you a #HeadGardenerInSurrey? This may be the dream job you have been looking for!🌟
📣We have an exceptional opportunity for a skilled and passionate Head Gardener to join a prestigious private estate located in the heart of the Surrey Hills.
Set within 470-acres of formal gardens, parkland, and woodland, the estate is renowned for its architectural heritage and beautifully restored gardens. 🌿
The estate now requires a full time experienced gardener with a proven track record of managing a horticulturally diverse garden to assist in the ongoing maintenance and development of the garden and grounds. 🌳
🍃Garden features include: 25-acres of formal gardens, comprising herbaceous and mixed borders, a Mediterranean garden, prairie border, Italianate terrace, kitchen garden, wildflower meadows, cut flower garden, woodlands.
Find out more and apply today at 📌https://shorturl.at/5yvsc
Ref: EC67693
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