Part-Time Gardener  – Vacancy             

We are looking for an all-round gardener, to work part-time, within a private house team. Candidates should either have 1-2 years of experience and keen to develop further, or candidates could be an experienced gardener looking for extra hours. The gardens are set within the grounds of a Grade I listed manor house and consist of formal lawns, herbaceous and shrub borders, a walled garden, wild flower areas and mixed woodland. The role is varied, with candidates needing to turn their hand to a wide variety of tasks, including but not limited to, weeding, planting, pruning, deadheading, mowing, mulching, spraying and strimming.

The successful candidate needs to be able to demonstrate the following:

• Enthusiasm and passion for gardening, with a good work ethic and a keen eye for detail.
• Basic plant and species knowledge with the aptitude to learn and develop this knowledge further (we are also open to receiving applications from very experienced candidates too).
• Sound practical gardening/horticultural experience.
• Excellent organisation and communication skills.
• Operate well as part of a team and equally be sufficiently self-motivated to work alone as experience grows.
• A flexible and positive approach to challenges.
• A good knowledge and application of Health and Safety compliance.
• Competence with machinery/equipment use.
• Full and clean driving licence.

Salary:  Commensurate on experience.

Working Hours: We anticipate the role being around 24 hours a week. We would be open to more hours if desired.

At least two verbal referees will be required further along in the application process.

To apply, please send your CV.

This private advert is being managed directly by the employer. English Country Gardeners are not involved in the hiring process and are therefore unable to share any additional information on this role. If you have any questions regarding this position, the best course of action is to apply for the job which will open a line of communication with the employer.

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