Gardener – Vacancy

Option to live on-site in estate accommodation

We are seeking an experienced and reliable Gardener to join a dynamic team on a private family estate in Maidenhead, Berkshire. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about horticulture, with a particular focus on managing a productive 3-acre vegetable patch alongside several acres of farmland and beautifully maintained gardens.

This role offers the chance to work hands-on in a varied and rewarding environment, where your expertise will directly contribute to the success and beauty of the estate. There is also the opportunity to live on-site for the right candidate, providing a true estate-living experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take full responsibility for the 3-acre vegetable garden, including soil preparation, bed creation, planting, crop rotation, and harvest.
• Manage general estate gardening duties, including planting, pruning, hedge maintenance, and seasonal displays.
• Maintain herbaceous borders, fruit bushes, soft fruit, and ornamental plantings across the property.
• Prepare and apply compost, mulch, and organic soil amendments to promote healthy, productive plants.
• Maintain lawns to a high standard, including mowing, edging, feeding, aeration, and seasonal treatments.
• Work alongside the estate team to ensure the gardens and grounds are consistently presented to the highest standards.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Proven experience in vegetable growing and horticultural production, ideally on a larger garden, farm, or estate.
• Strong general gardening skills, including lawn care, planting, pruning, weeding, and crop management.
• Confident working independently and capable of planning and prioritising tasks.
• Excellent attention to detail, taking pride in producing high-quality, professional results.
• Friendly, reliable, and adaptable team player with a proactive approach.

What We Offer:

• Option to live on-site in estate accommodation
• A chance to work on a beautiful, productive estate with autonomy and variety in your day-to-day work
• Supportive, friendly team environment

Salary: Competitive salary, reflecting experience and skills

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 4:30pm

If you are passionate about horticulture, thrive in a varied hands-on role, and want to take pride in producing exceptional gardens and productive crops, this is the perfect opportunity.

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.

If you would like to view more information on the Professional Gardeners Guild, please click here and the Royal Horticultural Society, please click here

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