Assistant Gardener

4 weeks ago


Solihull, United Kingdom National Trust Full time

Summary

***INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY PLEASE***

As Assistant Gardener, you’ll be working with a team to deliver the day-to-day care of the garden and maintain high presentation standards. This role will include a range of practical tasks to develop, improve and look after the garden and contribute to the delivery of projects. For this role, you’ll need to complete our online assessment instead of using a C.V. or online application form. This will help us understand more about your strengths and give you more information on the role.

What it's like to work here

In this role, you’ll report to the Senior Gardener. The Gardens team includes two Assistant Gardeners who work alongside three Gardeners, who oversee work in one of three areas; the Borders, Lawns and Estates, and Kitchen Garden and Nursery.

What you'll be doing

Daily responsibilities may include assisting with the planting and maintaining of shrubs and borders, mulching, hedge cutting and lawn mowing. You’ll work alongside gardeners and a team of volunteers. You’ll talk to the public every day, answering a variety of garden-related questions and talking about what you are doing with pride. We’re looking for someone with a practical approach to work, getting the day-to-day work done and an interest in plants. The role can sometimes be physically challenging, and we use a wide range of machinery and equipment to help us get our work done. The use of machinery such as tractors, hedge trimmers and pedestrian mowers is essential, but training will be provided. 

Who we're looking for

We'd love to hear from you if you're:

comfortable working in a flexible and adaptable way able to work alone or under direction and as part of a team positive with the drive to get things done keen to learn new things focused on detail enthusiastic about the work you do and happy to share this with visitors 

The package

The 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. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Tax free childcare scheme Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan Perks at work discounts i.e. gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most locations Independent financial advice Click to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
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