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Ornamental Gardener
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Ornamental Gardener
Up to £28,000 pro-rate, depending on experience plus annual performance bonus and fantastic benefits
A driving license is preferred for this role
www.thenewtinsomerset.com
Our Gardens
Your Role
You will be a keen and enthusiastic gardener who has a proven track
record in a similar role. Formal training and a wide botanical knowledge
is desirable as is the understanding of plant nomenclature.
We are looking for a team player who will make a difference to the upkeep
and maintenance of our amazing gardens. Excellent communication skills
are a must as our garden team regularly interact with our visitors throughout
the day.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain
and develop an area of garden, assisting with all other aspects of maintenance
and projects across the ornamental gardens. - Assist
the garden team in any events planned for the visitor attraction - To
be involved in visitor engagement that enhances their experience through
representing the history, value and vision of the Newt - Participate
in and conduct tours when required
What we can offer
- Opportunity
to study for future qualifications including RHS - A
positive workplace environment with opportunities to develop both personally
and professionally. - Stay in shape with
complimentary use of our gym and wellbeing classes - Look
after your wellbeing with complimentary access to our Spa and swimming
pools and our exclusive benefit of 50% off Spa Treatments. - Enjoy
shopping in both our shops on estate and online with 30% discount for
all our colleagues and free delivery for any online purchases. - Discover exclusive
perks with our discounted hotel stays for staff, accompanied by a
fantastic 30% discount at our restaurants. - The
opportunity to ensure your views are heard and shape the
future of the business via our Employee Engine Room. - Complimentary garden
membership for the Newt and our partner gardens including the Eden
Project, Kew Gardens and The Lost Gardens of Heligan - Complimentary meal
whilst on shift, created using fresh produce from our estate
by our dedicated staff food chefs - We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our colleague
recognition programme “Newt Awards” with the opportunity to
achieve a variety of amazing rewards including a complimentary Hotel Stay. - Support from
our Employee Assistance Programme for both yourself and your
family - A
team that knows how to have fun with regular team engagement activities
including monthly Gather and Grow Motivational Speakers and
our regular fun squad events, which include activities such as Go-Karting
and Wine Tasting, to name but a few. - Up
to 30 days annual leave each year for our full-time team
What we’re looking for
- Minimum
of two years of horticultural experience in a similar working environment
and/or other relevant qualifications - Hard-working
and energetic with great communication skills - Organised
and a good manager of time. - Full
and clean UK driving license is preferred - Understanding
of Health and Safety procedures - An
eye for detail and desire to achieve high standards. - Able
to undertake work of a physical nature - Good
basic skills in the care and operation of garden machinery, hand tools
/equipment. - Computer
literate
Where you’ll be working
The Gardens Team
(Ornamental, Edibles, Nursery & Woodlands) are dedicated to understanding,
developing, curating, protecting, and managing The Newts living collection of
plants, in an environment where visitors are encouraged to experience and learn
about plants, garden history, habitats and to enjoy the gardens. The team run
several events and workshops for our visitors over the year which include the
popular daily garden tours.
The Newt in Somerset
Nestled within an expanse of
rolling fields and steeped in ancient history, our luxury country estate stands
as a haven of refined elegance, inviting guests to explore acres of captivating
gardens, meandering pathways, and enriching exhibitions - accessible 364 days a
year for our members. Our hotel extends a warm welcome, offering a
home-away-from-home experience where impeccable service flourishes in an
ambiance of unassuming sophistication. Beyond the estate, the Newt's essence
remains tangible, with our Ecommerce teams delivering our finest products to
homes, while media and membership endeavours keep them informed of our latest
developments. Behind the scenes, a tapestry of talented teams - from
Housekeeping to HR, Finance to Farming - collaborates harmoniously, crafting an
unforgettable journey of growth, development, and innovation, where every
contribution creates unparalleled experiences.
