Gardener

Deputy Head Gardener

12-Month FTC (Maternity Cover)
Salary: £29,250 | Hours: 37.5 per week, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm

The Role

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established organisation in the North Cotswolds for a Deputy Head Gardener to support the maintenance and development of a beautiful and diverse garden setting.

Working closely with the Head Gardener, you'll be responsible for maintaining high horticultural standards across formal gardens and grounds, supporting compliance and health & safety activities, and helping to develop an apprentice. This is a predominantly hands-on outdoor role (approximately 90% of your time spent outside) with the opportunity to step into a leadership position when required.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Head Gardener in the day-to-day management of the gardens and grounds
Carry out planting, pruning, propagation and general garden maintenance
Maintain lawns, borders, trees, shrubs and hedging
Assist with the care of on-site livestock
Mentor and support an apprentice gardener
Promote safe working practices and support H&S compliance
Operate horticultural machinery and equipment
Lead the team in the Head Gardener's absenceAbout You

Minimum 3 years' horticultural experience
Level 2 Horticulture qualification (Level 3 desirable)
Strong plant knowledge and propagation experience
Organised, proactive and able to work independently
Comfortable working outdoors in all seasons
Previous supervisory, volunteer management or mentoring experience would be beneficial but is not essentialBenefits

Company pension
Life insurance
Sick pay
Employee mentoring programme
Health & wellbeing programme
Free parking