Private Estate Gardener
Gloucestershire
- Near Stow on the Wold, Cotswolds
- 28,000 per annum
- 8am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday (occasional weekend work)
- 20 days Holiday + Bank Holidays
- Comfortable Uniform Provided
- Beautiful Countryside Estate
The Burford Recruitment Company is delighted to be working on behalf of a private UHNW family in a stunning Cotswolds residence near Stow-on-the-Wold, who are seeking an experienced Gardener to join their first-class team.
This full-time, permanent role offers an exciting opportunity for a friendly and knowledgeable gardener with a passion for maintaining historic and beautiful gardens to the highest standard.
The estate extends over 22 acres and features a working Walled Garden, Greenhouses, Plant Nursery, Formal Lawns, Arboretum, Rose Garden, Hot Borders, Stream Gardens, Woodland Gardens, Topiary, Rock Garden, and Heather Garden.
Key Responsibilities
- Work closely with the Head Gardener to maintain the garden to a high horticultural standard
- General garden maintenance including mowing, weeding, and hedge cutting
- Maintain borders and garden areas to the highest possible standards
- Operate a range of garden machinery safely and efficiently
- Work hands-on across all areas of the garden, in all weathers
Skills and Qualifications
- Horticultural qualification preferred
- PA1/PA6 Spray Certificates desirable
- Full driving licence required due to the rural location
- Organised with excellent attention to detail
- Passionate about horticulture and maintaining gardens to a high standard
- Physically fit with a willingness to continue learning and developing as a horticulturalist
Salary: £28,000 Annual +
Hours Per Week: Full Time
