Summary
We're seeking an experienced horticulturist, ready to take on a new challenge helping our Head Gardener & team at Erddig's prestigious Grade 1 Listed Garden. You will be joining the team at a pivotal moment in this garden's history, redeveloping areas, helping to lead Gardeners and Volunteers, caring for one of the oldest national plant collections and arguably the largest walled garden in the UK with its historic apple collection.
We're looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic horticulturist, who's keen to make a difference. We can offer you invaluable experience and development within one of the National Trust's much loved historic gardens: Erddig.
Rydym yn chwilio am arddwriaethydd profiadol, sy'n barod i wynebu her newydd yn helpu ein Huwch Arddwr a'r tîm yng Ngardd Restredig Gradd 1 enwog Erddig. Byddwch yn ymuno â'r tîm ar adeg allweddol yn hanes yr ardd, gan ailddatblygu ardaloedd a helpu i arwain Garddwyr a Gwirfoddolwyr, wrth ofalu am un o'r casgliadau planhigion cenedlaethol hynaf, a gellir dadlau mai hon yw'r ardd furiog fwyaf yn y DU, gyda'i chasgliad afalau hanesyddol.
Rydym yn chwilio am arddwriaethydd ymroddedig a brwdfrydig, sy'n awyddus i wneud gwahaniaeth. Gallwn gynnig profiad a datblygiad amhrisiadwy ichi o fewn un o erddi hanesyddol poblogaidd yr Ymddiriedolaeth Genedlaethol: Erddig.
What it's like to work here
Widely acclaimed as one of Britain's finest historic properties, Erddig is an unpretentious country house surrounded by a 1,200-acre country park. The expansive grounds take in a 13.5-acre walled garden, natural play areas and restored Victorian glasshouses, making Erddig the ideal property for those who love the great outdoors. The varied programme of events at Erddig includes live music and outdoor theatre. With many long-term staff and returning seasonal workers, Erddig's close-knit team is a joy to be part of.
Mae Erddig, sy'n cael ei ystyried gan lawer fel un o adeiladau hanesyddol mwyaf godidog Prydain, yn dy gwledig diymhongar sydd wedi'i amgylchynu gan barc gwledig 1,200 acer. Mae' tiroedd yn cynnwys waliau'r ardd sy'n 13.5 acer, ardaloedd chwarae naturiol a thai gwydr Fictoraidd wedi eu hadnewyddu, sy'n gwneud Erddig y eiddo perffaith ar gyfer y rhai sydd wrth eu bodd yn yr awyr agored. Mae'r rhaglen amrywiol o ddigwyddiadau yn Erddig yn cynnwys cerddoriaeth fyw a theatr awyr agored. Ceir sawl aelod staff hir dymor yno a gweithwyr tymhorol sy'n parhau i ddychwelyd, felly mae'n bleser cael bod yn rhan o dim agos y Waun.
What you'll be doing
You'll be happy working outside in all weathers. An important part of your role will be supervising the day-to-day management of the garden in collaboration with the Head Gardener, keeping the presentation to the highest standards and the plant collection in top condition as well as motivating the team.
People love visiting Erddig and we have a lot of engagement with the local community. You will delight in talking to people visiting the garden, telling them its story and answering their questions.
As Senior Gardener, we'd like you to lead by example, lead from the front. You'll demonstrate exceptional gardening skills, which others can follow and learn from. You'll understand how to help the team manage their daily workload, and you'll give inspiring and practical training to new staff and volunteers. You'll build positive working relationships across the entire site.
Please also read the full role profile attached to this advert.
Byddch yn hapus i weithio yn yr awyr agored ym mhob tywydd. Rhan bwysig o'ch rôl fydd goruchwylio rheolaeth o'r ardd o ddydd i ddydd, mewn cydweithrediad â'r Uwch Arddwr, gan gynnal y safonau uchaf o ran cyflwyniad a chadw'r casgliad planhigion yn y cyflwr gorau, yn ogystal â chymell y tîm.
Mae pobl wrth eu boddau yn ymweld ag Erddig ac mae gennym lawer o ymgysylltiad â'r gymuned leol. Byddwch yn ymhyfrydu mewn siarad â phobl sy'n ymweld â'r ardd, gan adrodd ei hanes wrthynt ac ateb eu cwestiynau.
Fel Uwch Arddwr, hoffem i chi arwain drwy esiampl, ac arwain o'r blaen. Byddwch yn arddangos sgiliau garddio rhagorol, y gall eraill eu dilyn a dysgu ohonynt. Byddwch yn deall sut i helpu'r tîm i reoli eu llwyth gwaith dyddiol, a byddwch yn rhoi hyfforddiant ysbrydoledig ac ymarferol i wirfoddolwyr a staff newydd. Byddwch yn meithrin perthnasau gwaith cadarnhaol ar draws y safle cyfan.
Gofynnir i chi hefyd ddarllen y proffil swydd llawn sydd ynghlwm â'r hysbyseb hon.
Who we're looking for
We'd love to hear from you, if you're:
- someone who combines practical experience in horticulture with appropriate qualifications
- used to supervising others in a similar role
- highly knowledgeable about plants
- confident in using and maintaining garden machinery, including chainsaws, tractors, hedge-trimmers and mowers (both walking and ride-on)
- aware of relevant health and safety legislation and practices
Er mwyn llwyddo o fewn y rôl hon, dylech allu dangos y canlynol:
- Profiad ymarferol sylweddol mewn garddwriaeth, wedi'i gefnogi gan gymwysterau perthnasol
- Yn meddu ar brofiad o oruchwylio mewn rôl debyg
- Gwybodaeth ragorol am blanhigion
- Yn gallu defnyddio a chynnal a chadw peiriannau garddio, gan gynnwys llifau cadwyn, tractorau, tocwyr cloddiau, peiriannau torri gwair gwthiol a pheiriannau torri gwair yr ydych yn eu gyrru
- Dealltwriaeth o ddeddfau ac arferion iechyd a diogelwch perthnasol.
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 properties 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
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