A great opportunity has arisen for an experienced Kitchen Gardener/ Gardener with glasshouse and propagation skills to work within a Shropshire Estate.
The garden is open to the public in the spring and summer and we expect around 20,000 visitors. The successful candidate will join an existing team and will work closely with the estate owners.

This permanent position involves the production of fruit, vegetables, cut flowers and for use by the owners and others.

The role

This is a full-time permanent position joining a friendly team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the glasshouses and walled garden under the general supervision of the Head Gardener.

Reliability and self-motivation are important. The successful applicant will be required to enhance what already exists, increase productivity, and maintain the high standards of presentation for the enjoyment of the family and visitors.

The candidate will join an existing team and work with them with seasonal tasks in the extensive pleasure gardens. Some weekend work is also required.

A PA1 and PA6 Knapsack Spraying Certificate is advantageous.

The package

This is a live-in position; accommodation is a 4-bedroom house adjacent to the kitchen garden. Candidate to pay own utilities. Families and pets’ welcome.

Salary: Good salary dependent on experience.

Hours of Working: Monday-Friday, 39 hours per week, with occasional weekend work required during the open season.

How to apply:
Please email a covering letter and 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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