Senior Horticultural Specialist

4 weeks ago


Wilmslow, Cheshire East, United Kingdom National Trust Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Gardener to join our team at Quarry Bank, a 12-month fixed-term contract opportunity. As a Senior Gardener, you will be a key support to the Head Gardener, involved in work planning, procurement, and compliance. You will be responsible for organizing and communicating effectively with the team.

About the Team

You will be part of a friendly and committed team of six staff, working in a public-facing role. The gardens at Quarry Bank contain 18th-century Picturesque elements, a Victorian parterre, rock gardens, and a restored walled garden of edibles. You will be working with a team of gardeners, including a Head Gardener, Senior Gardener, and four Gardeners.

About the Role

As a Senior Gardener, you will be responsible for taking part in long-term planning and helping set the strategy for the garden department. You will also be required to work weekends and be competent with machinery such as mowers, strimmers, and hedgecutters. You will be able to connect with, motivate, and inspire your gardening colleagues and volunteers, as well as share an enthusiasm for engaging our visitors in the Quarry Bank story and aims of the National Trust.

Requirements

  • Practical experience in horticulture with appropriate qualifications
  • Experience in supervising others in a similar role
  • Highly knowledgeable about plants
  • Confident in using and maintaining garden machinery
  • Confident using a computer
  • Experience in a public-facing role

About the National Trust

The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We are working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.

Benefits

  • Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary
  • Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest, and your children (under 18)
  • Rental deposit loan scheme
  • Season ticket loan
  • EV car lease scheme
  • Perks at work discounts
  • Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service
  • Flexible working whenever possible
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Free parking at most Trust places


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