Gardener - Live Out - EC6893 - This position has been filled
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a driven and enthusiastic gardener to be part of a team who care for the gardens and grounds surrounding a magnificent property in Somerset.
This is an idyllic setting with stunning views across the valley with many magnificent and unusual specimen trees, as well as sweeping lawns which slope down to a heart shaped lake. There is an enclosed formal garden next to the main property, shrubbery, pergola with wisteria, walled formal garden in an Italianate style, box hedges and topiary work and a rose-bower garden. There are also two vegetable gardens, a cut flower garden, orchard and three heated greenhouses used for propagation. The property is well equipped with a range of garden machinery.
This is a “hands-on” position and the gardens and grounds are maintained to a high standard. Suitable candidates will have some horticultural knowledge and a genuine interest in herbaceous plants, shrubs, basic pruning techniques, and the ability to identify weeds. Experience with propagating, planting, weeding and general plant care of flowers, fruits and shrubs would be beneficial. Spray certificates PA1 and PA6 would also be an advantage but training can be provided by the owners. Applicants with experience in common garden machinery use is desired; strimmers, mowers and blowers.
This position will report to Head Gardener and there are currently two other gardeners working onsite. Candidates should have a positive attitude towards their work and colleagues, be reliable, punctual, physically fit, and well presented. He / She should be prepared to work outside in all weathers and have the determination and drive to get the job done to a high standard. Applicants will ideally hold a full UK driving licence.
This is an exciting opportunity for a newly qualified gardener with some practical experience and wishes to gain further hands on experience working on a large private estate garden to develop their skills and knowledge through practical work and mentoring from senior gardeners.
SALARY: £17,000 -£20,000 depending on experience
LOCATION: Somerset, near Yeovil and Wincanton
JOB No: EC6893
If this Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Sara Yassin on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk.
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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Gardener vacancy. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications that we receive, it is not possible to respond to every one. Therefore, unless you hear from us within the next 14 days, your application for this Gardener vacancy will have been unsuccessful.
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Sole Gardener - Live In - EC6656 - This position has now been filled
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced hands-on Sole Gardener in a beautifully structured yet naturalistic private garden in Somerset.
The 20-acre gardens consist of a walled garden containing a fruit, vegetable and cut flower garden and a glasshouse. In addition, there are various garden ‘meadows’, orchards, water and herbaceous plantings, raised beds, roses and climber, mature trees, and polytunnel. Significant proportions of the estate have been redesigned by a prominent garden designer and continue to be developed.
The successful candidate will be responsible for 4 acres of garden and will have the opportunity to work closely with the garden designer, and with the owners directly. They will gain an understanding of the requirements of the client/household in respect of seasonal produce and flower arranging, to be provide the house throughout the year. The gardens are managed using organic principles therefore an understanding of plant pests and diseases, and associated bio-control use would be desirable. Knowledge of land management, grassland, hedging, ditching and so forth would also be an advantage. The ability to operate a range of garden machinery is required.
The Sole Gardener will have the support of one / two contractors on site to assist with the mowing and hedge cutting. Applicants should ideally have a minimum of five years’ experience working on a private estate. He / She will have excellent demonstrable horticultural knowledge, plant identification skills and hold a level 2 / 3 horticultural qualification. They be well versed in plant propagation, glasshouse work and polytunnel management and have experience growing fruit and vegetables. The ability to be flexible, collaborative and embrace new ideas is essential.
A 2 or 3 bed accommodation is provided for the successful applicant. Partners and children are welcome. A full drivers’ licence is required as a small van is provided for work purposes and the property is situated in a rural location. The working week will be 38 hours with seasonal variations and holiday allowance is 20 days plus bank holidays.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Sole Gardener looking for a rewarding long-term role maintaining and further developing a stunning private garden.
SALARY: Circa £30,000 depending on experience
LOCATION: Somerset
JOB No: EC6656
If this Sole Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Sara Yassin on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk.
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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Sole Gardener vacancy. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications that we receive, it is not possible to respond to every one. Therefore, unless you hear from us within the next 14 days, your application for this Sole Gardener vacancy will have been unsuccessful.
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Gardener - Live Out - EC6401 - This position has now been filled
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a driven and enthusiastic gardener to be part of a team who care for the gardens and grounds surrounding a magnificent property in Somerset.
This is an idyllic setting with stunning views across the valley with many magnificent and unusual specimen trees, as well as sweeping lawns which slope down to a heart shaped lake. There is an enclosed formal garden next to the main property, shrubbery, pergola with wisteria, walled formal garden in an Italianate style, box hedges and topiary work and a rose-bower garden. There are also two vegetable gardens, a cut flower garden, orchard and three heated greenhouses used for propagation. The property is well equipped with a range of garden machinery.
This is a “hands-on” position and the gardens and grounds are maintained to a high standard. Suitable candidates will have some horticultural knowledge and a genuine interest in herbaceous plants, shrubs, basic pruning techniques, and the ability to identify weeds. Experience with propagating, planting, weeding and general plant care of flowers, fruits and shrubs would be beneficial. Spray certificates PA1 and PA6 would also be an advantage but training can be provided by the owners. Applicants with experience in common garden machinery use is desired; strimmers, mowers and blowers.
This position will report to Head Gardener and there are currently two other gardeners working onsite. Candidates should have a positive attitude towards their work and colleagues, be reliable, punctual, physically fit, and well presented. He / She should be prepared to work outside in all weathers and have the determination and drive to get the job done to a high standard. Applicants will ideally hold a full UK driving licence.
This is an exciting opportunity for a newly qualified gardener with some practical experience and wishes to gain further hands on experience working on a large private estate garden to develop their skills and knowledge through practical work and mentoring from senior gardeners.
SALARY: £17,000 -20,000 depending on experience
LOCATION: Somerset, near Yeovil and Wincanton
JOB No: EC6401
If this Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Sara Yassin on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk
To view more Gardening jobs click Gardening or to view Landscape jobs click Landscape.
To apply for a position with horticruitment you will need to complete a candidate registration form, please see Candidate Registration.
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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Gardener vacancy. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications that we receive, it is not possible to respond to everyone. Therefore, unless you hear from us within the next 14 days, your application for this Gardener vacancy will have been unsuccessful.