Gardener

Are you an up and coming horticulturist or plants-person looking for your next major challenge? Do you want to learn how to care for a diverse range of plants, both hardy and tender from rhododendrons to tree ferns? Then working as part of dedicated project team responsible for the development of new standards of presentation and care across our various woodland gardens at Mount Stewart, will meet your career plans and take your plant knowledge to the next level

What it's like to work here:The garden at Mount Stewart is looked after by a group of highly skilled horticulturist who care for large areas of the garden. We are passionate about what we do, but we also like to have fun. We a friendly team supported by our amazing garden volunteers, but now many of our woodland areas are now in need of a refresh. This is more than we can cope with, so we are setting up a dedicated team to meet this challenge head on.

What you'll be doing:As a hands-on Gardener, you’ll assist in making sure that the woodland gardens are maintained to a high standard. You’ll be passionate and enthused and knowledgeable about the varied plants within the garden. This role will include a range of practical horticultural tasks to develop, enhance and conserve the garden and contribute to the delivery of our Garden Recovery Project. You'll also be helping with the general maintenance of the garden, such as mulching, pruning, leaf clearing and weeding. You’ll support with the planting and maintenance of trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants.

You’ll also support garden volunteers and help them to make the most of their time here. You’ll be expected to interact with the public on a daily basis, answering the many questions. If you want a career in Gardening, we can offer you some of the most beautiful outdoor spaces in the UK to work in as well as one of the largest plant collections in Europe.

You’ll also support garden volunteers and help them to make the most of their time here. You’ll be expected to interact with the public on a daily basis, answering the many questions, or help out with gardening workshops, tours and helping set up events when needed.

**Please also read the full role profile attached to this advert**

Who we're looking forTo be successful in this role you should be able to demonstrate the below:

- Trained as a professional gardener/horticulturalist with a good level of practical experience.
- RHS Level 2 or equivalent.
- Have proven practical gardening/horticulture experience, as well as a strong knowledge of plants
- Confidence to participate in garden activities and events
- Competence with machinery/equipment use and maintenance; including tractors, chainsaws, and pedestrian mowers with accreditation as required for Health and Safety compliance.

The packageThe National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.
- Flexible working whenever possible
- Free parking at most locations
- Free entry to our properties for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
- Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary

Requirements :Compliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK