Gardener

4 weeks ago


Maidstone, United Kingdom The Gardens at Yalding Limited Full time

The Gardens at Yalding Limited, are looking for an experienced full time Gardener to work mainly at The Gardens, Yalding to work alongside the lead gardener.

Located in the quaint village of Yalding, The Gardens is a horticultural masterpiece with 12 acres of grounds divided into 16 landscaped gardens. Family owned, The Gardens is deeply loved - you will be assisting the small team maintain the luxury country garden, a backdrop to many weddings and events held throughout the year.

The role will be 40 hours per week, worked Monday to Friday and occasional weekends may be required. Holiday entitlement is 29 days per year (including public bank holidays).

Successful applicants would have a minimum of 3 years’ experience and worked in a similar position previously.

This is an exciting opportunity for applicants who have a passion for gardening, and good knowledge of horticulture but who also have the desire to learn and develop their horticultural skills.

Applicants will be able to demonstrate they are self-motivated and have an enthusiastic approach to their work, with flexibility to meet the demands of the role. They will be able to work both independently, and collaboratively with a confident, pleasant demeanour. An interest in garden planning and design would also be advantageous.

Main duties will include:

- maintaining high levels of presentation at all times
- digging, planting and weeding flower beds and borders
- pruning shrubbery
- checking the health of plants, identifying any pests or diseases and controlling them
- occasional use of machinery such as lawn mowers, rotovators and hedge trimmers
- cleaning and maintaining tools and equipment

An NVQ or RHS Level 2 in Horticulture, PA1 & PA6 spraying and CS30 & 31 chainsaw certificates or equivalent would be desirable but not essential.

Due to the rural location and restricted public transport links, a full UK driving licence and own transport is essential for travel to and from The Gardens.

Applicants for the post should submit a CV with a covering letter describing what experience and personal attributes they can bring to the role.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £23,920.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 12/04/2024
Reference ID: Gardener


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