Summary
We've got an exciting opportunity for a Gardener to join our team.
As a hands-on Gardener, you'll assist in making sure that the gardens are maintained to a high standard and you'll be joining a passionate, enthusiastic and knowledgeable garden team.
This property is in a rural location and can't be accessed by public transport, please consider how you would get here before applying for this role.
Interviews: 2nd and 3rd July 2024
What it's like to work here
Reporting to one of three Senior Gardeners, you'll be joining a team of 11 other Gardeners. We also have 75 volunteers assisting us throughout the week.
Cliveden's Italianate mansion, riverside setting and family-friendly events draw visitors all year round, making this property a busy location with a wide range of opportunities. There is always plenty to do at the 375-acre estate, with conservation of the Water Garden and Long Garden being two of our recent projects. The team at Cliveden is a close-knit, friendly group with a wonderful sense of community. The location is quiet, so you will need your own transport to get here.
There is a series of impressive formal gardens with far-reaching views, an abundance of bedding changes throughout the seasons and an intimate Rose Garden for those wanting a little bit of peace and tranquillity.
For a little taste of Cliveden, please watch the link below:
https://watch?v=8VLvzB2LqN0
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What you'll be doing
You'll take on a range of practical horticultural tasks to develop, enhance and conserve the garden, this includes; participating in hard and soft landscaping projects and general maintenance of the garden, such as mulching, pruning, leaf clearing and weeding, using machinery such as hedge cutters, leaf blowers, lawnmowers and tractors.
You'll support the team with the planting and maintenance of trees, shrubs, herbaceous plants and annual bedding. You'll help to cut the hedges and mow our fine lawns and will also be involved in all areas of the garden, ensuring that the highest standards are maintained, and healthy plants are available for our visitors to enjoy.
Supporting our garden volunteers, you'll help them make the most of their time here and interact with the public on a daily basis, answering their questions, and helping with gardening workshops, tours and events when needed.
Who we're looking for
We'd love to hear from you if you're:
- an enthusiastic horticulturist and hands-on gardener
- knowledgeable about plants, with a great eye for detail.
- experienced with machinery, including tractors, hedge cutters, rotary and cylinder mowers, and with some knowledge of maintenance
- a driver with a full UK licence
- able to manage a demanding outdoor role
- able to communicate effectively at all levels
- equally confident working within a team, with volunteers or on your own
- able to keep to time, plan and meet deadlines
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
- EV car lease scheme
- Perks at work discounts such as 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 Trust places
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