A remarkable and rare opportunity has arisen for a Gardener to join a stunning Grade I listed medieval estate near Stow-on-the-Wold, set within Approximately five acres of beautifully designed gardens. The estate is currently undergoing an exciting redevelopment led by renowned landscape designer Cleve West. This long-term project will continue to evolve over the coming years, offering a unique opportunity for a gardener to become involved in the development of an exceptional private garden.

The role will involve a broad range of practical horticultural duties, from the day-to-day maintenance and presentation of the gardens through to planting, border creation and assisting with the development of new areas. The gardens are wonderfully diverse, incorporating extensive lawns, herbaceous borders, wildflower meadows, an orchard, woodland, walled gardens and the newly completed glasshouse, as well as areas across the wider estate.

The successful candidate will be hands-on and involved across all aspects of the garden, carrying out seasonal maintenance including weeding, cultivating, planting, mulching, deadheading, cutting back and general border care. They will also assist with lawn maintenance, hedge cutting, strimming, edging and the general upkeep of paths and garden features, helping to ensure the estate is consistently maintained to a high standard.

As the redevelopment progresses, there will also be opportunities to become involved in preparing new planting areas, creating borders and establishing new areas of the garden. The role would suit someone who enjoys seeing a garden develop and is keen to contribute practically to a long-term horticultural project. Experience with greenhouse work, propagation or kitchen-garden environments would be advantageous, although additional training can be provided where required.

A good working knowledge of garden machinery is essential, with the role involving the safe and responsible use of equipment including mowers, strimmers, hedge cutters and other horticultural machinery.

This position would suit an energetic, practical and motivated gardener with a genuine passion for horticulture and a good eye for detail. This role will be working as part of a team two other gardeners while also taking responsibility for individual tasks is important, as is a flexible and proactive approach to the changing requirements of an evolving garden.

Candidates will ideally hold an RHS Level 2 or equivalent horticultural qualification or have gained strong practical experience working within a professional garden. Good plant knowledge, physical fitness and a willingness to work outdoors throughout the seasons are essential.

SALARY: £33,000 CIRCA

LOCATION:  Near Stow-on-the-Wold

JOB No:  EC76372

Thank you for the interest you have shown in this vacancy. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications that we receive, it is not possible to respond to everyone. Therefore, unless you hear from us within the next 14 days, your application will have been unsuccessful.

 If this Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply below,  call Jay Rimell on 01233 733510 or email info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk

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