Part Time Gardener
Part Time Gardener required
An experienced gardener is required to join a small estate team, ideally for around 2-3 days a week, predominantly to develop and manage the herbaceous borders further, which are set in the beautiful grounds of a Grade I listed manor house in South Gloucestershire. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate, hands-on gardener looking for a permanent but flexible part time position. There is complete flexibility on working hours and days of the week. The historic gardens are formed into stunning terraces, leading down to a lake, orchard and bowling green. Wildlife and biodiversity are plentiful.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing, evolving and maintaining the formal garden borders and rose garden;
- Re-designing and implementing any creative and suitable changes to the planting scheme for the long-term development of the formal gardens;
- Working alongside the outside team.
Candidate Profile
- Applicants for the role will need to demonstrate first rate knowledge and experience in horticulture;
- Candidates should have excellent plant knowledge;
- Preferably hold an RHS level 3 or above qualification but this is not essential if proven hands on experience;
- Attention to detail;
- Initiative, as this role will need to take the lead and will not be tightly supervised;
- Ability to work as part of a small estate team;
- A full UK driving licence is essential.
Application Details
Salary commensurate with experience and skills.
Please apply in writing with a CV. Written references or contact details for 2-3 verbal referees is appreciated.
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