Skilled Gardener - Live In - EC5512 - This position has been filled
A wonderful opportunity has arisen for a Skilled Gardener to assist with the management of a 7-acre private garden on the Berkshire Downs, located between Newbury and Wantage. The garden has been recognised by a very significant critic, that it ‘quintessentially exemplifies the qualities and traditions of the English garden.’ The devoted owners have been resident at the property for over 50 years, with the Lady of the house dedicating her time to the garden on most days. The garden is open on a regular basis as part of the NGS, as well as for private tours by appointment.
The owners are now looking for a skilled and enthusiastic gardener to assist the owners with management of the garden on a full-time, permanent and live-in basis.
The garden consists of a series of garden rooms that include herbaceous borders, an arboretum, kitchen garden, bog garden, and greenhouses. The property itself, though not open to the public, dates from the mid-seventeen hundreds and provides a picture-perfect centre point for the stunning and horticulturally diverse gardens.
Suitable applicants will have comprehensive hands-on experience of managing a large private garden of a similar nature, preferably from a Skilled or Sole perspective. The successful candidate will be willing to work autonomously, with the owners, and with some additional part-time help. Applicants must therefore possess the ability to work on their own initiative whilst being sensitive to the garden theme and associated sensitivities of the owners.
Suitable applicants will hold an academic horticultural qualification at RHS Level 3 or equivalent, with PA1/PA6 spray certificates being an advantage. Certification of chainsaw competence is desirable but not essential. Other duties besides gardening will include general handyman tasks and responsibility for the security of the property when the owners are away. The property is located in a very rural area on the top of Berkshire Downs, therefore a car and full driving licence are essential.
This is a wonderful opportunity for a passionate gardener to play a key role in a traditional, beautiful and exemplary English country garden containing an array of interesting and rare plants, painstakingly yet lovingly developed over the past 50 years by the devoted owners.
This position is offered with accommodation by way of a very well presented and recently refurbished two-bedroom cottage with its own garden, located just inside the main gate at the end of a short driveway. Council tax is covered by the client. Children and partners are welcome, though dogs are kept indoors or in kennels when the gardens are open, and are under strict management at all other times. Working hours are typically 08:00 – 17:00 with the expected seasonal variation where applicable, with 28 days holiday (including bank holidays).
SALARY: Circa £23,000 depending on experience
LOCATION: Berkshire Downs, Oxfordshire
JOB No: EC5512
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Sole Gardener / Estate Assistant - Live In - EC5343
An opportunity has arisen for a skilled estate gardener to take ownership of a beautiful private garden in Chinnor, Oxfordshire. The position would suit an experienced and well-rounded horticulturist with good physical fitness and a willingness to undertake some general estate duties; inside the house, driving and looking after three cars, organisation of repairs and maintenance etc., in addition to overall management of the garden.
The three acre formal garden is set within 140 acres of land, 80 acres of which are rented out for agricultural purposes. The garden comprises of formal lawns and hedges, a box parterre, mixed beds and borders, roses, water features, an orchard, tennis court, a small greenhouse and a wild flower area in the making. There are several paddocks, mown paths, many hedges as well as gates and fences and buildings to maintain. An indoor pool will require basic maintenance, as will 10 acres of established woodland. A newly planted woodland will also require basic weed control.
Two horses, two sheep, two dogs and four hens are the responsibility of the groom. The new recruit will carry out their basic care on the groom’s two days off per week and during their holidays. The successful applicant’s days off will therefore be Sunday and Monday. Bees may be kept on site in the future. All garden machinery is provided including a Kubota tractor and trailer, ride-on mower, pedestrian mower, hedge cutters, strimmers etc. so applicants must be well-versed in the operation and basic maintenance of such equipment.
Applicants should hold an academic horticultural qualification and have extensive hands-on experience, including in the operation of chainsaws and spray equipment. Pest control is ongoing so applicants must not be averse to the control of mice, rats, magpies, foxes, pigeons and squirrels in principle. Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence and have their own transport as the estate is in a rural location and occasional driving duties may be required. An estate vehicle (Land Rover Discovery) is provided for work purposes and for station and airport runs.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled and experienced estate gardener to live and work on a beautiful private property in Oxfordshire. The estate owners are passionate about their garden and are genuinely enthusiastic about the prospect of sharing their garden with a knowledgeable and experienced plants person.
A small one bedroom flat adjacent to the main house is provided on site; suitable for a single person or couple, though unsuitable for children unfortunately. One dog is welcome though cats are not due to the abundant bird population on site. A generous salary is offered in addition to the accommodation and holidays. Rent, Council Tax, electricity, water, gas and sewage treatment are all paid for by the client.
If this Sole Gardener/ Estate Assistant vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Mark Read on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk
SALARY: Up to £25,000 DOE + Accommodation
LOCATION: Chinnor, Oxfordshire
JOB No: EC5343
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Head Gardener – Live out – EC5187 - This position has been filled
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior/Head Gardener to manage 2-3 full-time gardeners on a stunning 40-acre estate located near Beckley, Oxfordshire. Suitable applicants will be experienced and qualified gardeners with a proven ability to manage Under Gardeners in a private estate setting.
Set within a wider 40-acres, the young yet established 3-acre formal garden comprises a kitchen garden, extensive areas of hard landscaping, expansive formal lawns, herbaceous borders, young trees, a young wisteria walkway, formal raised-planters, a tennis court, a small lake with boathouse, hornbeam topiary, box hedging, roses, and surrounding mature trees. Despite the relatively newly-planted garden, the current owners plan to undertake a major overhaul of the estate in terms of improvement of the gardens throughout the property. This is therefore a fantastic opportunity for a gardener at senior level to apply their creative eye, from a plant use and design perspective, as well as to utilise their skills in hard and soft landscaping.
Applicants must have demonstrable experience of working as a Head or Senior Gardener on private estates, as well as that of staff or volunteer gardener management. As this position will involve the planning and implementation of small but numerous projects on site, applicants must have excellent attention to detail and organisational skills. As the Head Gardener, excellent plant knowledge is required, as is an ability to operate garden machinery, maintain excellent standards of health and safety, and to be diplomatic in the management of staff whilst adhering to the aims of the client. A proven ability and understanding of kitchen gardening is also necessary.
Suitable candidates should hold a recognised academic horticultural qualification at Level 3 or above and/or extensive experience at Senior/Head Gardener level on horticulturally-diverse private estates. Candidates with a background, qualifications and/or experience in garden design are also encouraged to apply. Possession of spray certificates (PA1/PA6) would be beneficial, as would some experience in turf management. The successful applicant will be expected to liaise with the property owners on a regular basis in order to assure continued and efficient implementation of garden renovations, and day-to-day maintenance.
If this Head Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Mark Read on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk
SALARY: Circa £35,000 DOE
LOCATION: Beckley, Oxfordshire
JOB No: EC5187
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Experienced Gardener - Live Out - EC4259
An exciting “blank canvas” awaits a gardener with the energy and confidence to join a developing 26-acre private estate in Oxfordshire. This extensive project involves the conversion of a farm estate into a private residential garden and should be considered as an opportunity for a gardener wanting to make their mark quite literally from the ground up.
Applications are very welcome from experienced gardeners currently looking to spread their wings and develop existing horticultural knowledge. Along with proven demonstrable experience the potential candidate must be able to convey their passion for creating and maintaining beautiful gardens. The keyword for this project is vibrancy and it is essential applicants reflect this in their manner and outlook.
This role is multi-faceted and needs someone who can meet the physical, dynamic demands of the project. You will be able to work independently as well as with other team members as required. All-round skills from plant propagation, bed, border and turf maintenance will be second nature to the successful candidate as will be the need for a detailed and accurate approach to schedules.
Health and Safety awareness, spray certificates (PA1/6) and an ability to keep accurate records are expected. Horticultural qualifications are preferred however those with the ability to produce a solid body of evidence in the form of a visual portfolio will be considered. Applicants with kitchen gardening experience and knowledge of nursery stock/greenhouse plant management are encouraged to apply.
The successful applicant may be required to carry out alternative estate gardening tasks as instructed. You may also be required to work on other gardens within the portfolio in the local area. Candidates must be happy to work around animals (cows, chickens, pigs) as some assistance with herding may be required at times.
This is a full-time permanent role; hours 08:00 – 17:00 Monday to Friday. Additional training courses and development will be offered to the right candidate.
If this position is of interest please apply or contact Ruth Bolam on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk
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Head Gardener (Live Out) - EC4607
An attractive opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head Gardener on a beautiful private estate near Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire. This position would suit a knowledgeable and flexible Senior/Head Gardener with a varied skill set and the desire to secure a long-term role managing a classic English country garden.
Set within approximately 65 acres of paddocks and fields, the majestic main building is surrounded by formal gardens on all sides with mature native woodland (ancient beech forest) providing a stately frame. The managed gardens comprise of formal rooms containing topiary bay, mixed beds and borders, a large parterre, a small enclosed kitchen garden, large pond with bulrushes, yew and laurel hedges, climbing wisteria, roses and extensive areas of lawn.
Some of the surrounding paddocks are managed for weeds and mown, so Head Gardeners with a good grasp of tractor mowers and machinery in general are encouraged to apply. The estate is home to four Highland Cattle as well as six chickens and one pig, though the Head Gardener will not be responsible for the animals. Twelve friendly dogs reside on site and are free to roam so applicants will need to be dog lovers, or at least not have a significant aversion to them. The paved/gravel areas are sprayed for weeds periodically and are raked once a week with a tractor attachment.
Applicants will ideally hold a recognised academic horticultural qualification at level 3 or above, and/or have extensive experience on private estates at Senior or Head Gardener level. Applicants must have experience in each of the above areas and must be flexible in their approach to private estate gardening, i.e. be willing to assist with the occasional non-horticultural duties if required, as is often necessary on family estates. The successful applicant will manage two assistant gardeners/maintenance staff, both of whom are capable of providing the majority of basic maintenance requirements within the garden.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Gardener to take ownership of a classic private estate garden. The property owners are based in London but visit the estate at weekends and sometimes during the week. The garden is currently managed from a high level by a genuinely passionate local family member in terms of garden development and overall character. The new Head Gardener will take on this responsibility and will frequently correspond with the owners and the family member with respect to development and progress.
SALARY: Circa £34,000 DOE
LOCATION: Henley-on-Thames
JOB No: EC 4607
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Under Gardener (Live Out) - EC4590
An Under Gardener is required to join the gardening team on a private estate situated in an area of outstanding beauty close to Henley on Thames. The grounds total approximately 60 acres, and include a 3 acre formal garden with extensive lawns, a vegetable garden, rose garden, a small orchard as well as hedges and topiary, there is also a glasshouse used for growing cut flowers and tomatoes.
Candidates should have good basic skills in garden maintenance coupled with reasonable plant knowledge, plus an enthusiastic approach to their work. You should also be familiar with the safe use of general gardening equipment including both ride-on and pedestrian mowers.
The owners are prepared to consider applications from candidates who are at the early stages of their gardening career who are keen to learn, and develop their knowledge and skills. Due to its rural location it is essential that you have your own transport.
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Skilled Gardener - A599
An attractive opportunity has arisen for an experienced Gardener to join the existing small team on a stunning private estate in Turville Heath, Henley-on-Thames. The position would suit an experienced and qualified gardener with demonstrable experience on private estates.
The traditional English country garden consists of several formal gardens covering 5 to 6 acres, located within a wider 56 acres in Henley-on-Thames. The successful applicant will join the existing team in the upkeep of the formal, walled, sunken and kitchen gardens, cut flowers, soft fruits and large greenhouse. Applicants must be physically fit and confident in the operation of a range of garden machinery.
Candidates should have experience in each of the above areas of horticulture and be dedicated gardeners with the willingness to undertake additional garden estate duties if required. Such duties may include operation of the irrigation system, general soft landscape duties and the provision of assistance to the live-in maintenance person with setting up garden furniture when required for events.
Applicants should be confident and skilled in pruning methods, i.e. of wisteria and roses, and have good horticultural knowledge and plant identification skills overall. The ideal candidate will possess a recognised academic horticultural qualification and well-rounded experience in a similar hands-on role.
Candidates should hold a full driving licence, your own transport for commuting to and from site and ideally, spray tickets (PA1/PA6). A chainsaw licence would be beneficial. The role would suit someone who is hard-working, flexible, with a positive attitude and an ability to follow instructions from a Head Gardener to a high degree of detail. The property owners are involved in the ongoing development of the garden, so you must have excellent attention to detail and a genuine enthusiasm for gardening and horticulture.
This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate gardener to join a friendly team on a stunning private estate, and to build on their existing skills and knowledge on a daily basis.
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Head Gardener - Live Out - Henley-on-Thames - A092
A very attractive opportunity has arisen for a Head Gardener to take primary control of a stunning private estate in Turville Heath, Henley-on-Thames. The position would suit an experienced and qualified Head/Senior Gardener with excellent horticultural knowledge, demonstrable garden management and supervisory experience.
The traditional English country garden consists of several formal gardens covering 5 to 6 acres, located within a wider 56 acres in Henley-on-Thames. The successful applicant will be responsible for the formal, walled, sunken and kitchen gardens, cut flowers, soft fruits and large greenhouse as well as a range of garden machinery.
Candidates should have experience with each of the above and be dedicated gardeners with the willingness to undertake additional garden estate duties, (i.e. management of irrigation, general soft landscape management and the provision of assistance to the live-in maintenance person with setting up garden furniture) when required.
Applicants should also be confident and skilled in pruning methods, i.e. of wisteria and roses, be physically fit with good horticultural knowledge and plant identification skills. The ideal candidate will possess a recognised academic horticultural qualification and well-rounded experience as a Senior/Head Gardener in a private estate setting.
Applicants should hold a full driving licence, your own transport for commuting to and from site and ideally, spray tickets (PA1/PA6). A chainsaw licence would be beneficial. The role would suit someone who is hard-working, flexible and methodological in their work with a positive attitude and a diplomatic approach to staff direction and supervision. The property owners are enthusiastic and involved in garden developments and will therefore expect regular updates in relation to your planned work and progress.
This is a great opportunity for a passionate Head Gardener looking for a rewarding role on a beautiful private estate, working for interested and friendly clients.
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Garden Centre Manager - H216
A dedicated Garden Centre Manager is required to join a small group of Garden Centres who take pride in sourcing and offering top quality and where possible British plants at affordable prices as well as a wide range of garden sundries, gifts and leisure goods.
Do you have previous experience at Garden Centre Manager level with a good knowledge of horticulture?
Can you multi task in line with the business needs?
Are you focused to offer the very best in customer sales and service?
Key points:
- Presentation and displays of a wide range of goods
- Leading a team of staff by example with a hands-on approach
- Driving sales in both the plants and gardening departments
- Monitoring and analysing sales reports
- Delivering excellent customer sales & service throughout all departments
Must haves:
- A good understanding of successful garden centre retailing
- An eye for detail with good attention to detail in all areas of the business
- Excellent team leadership skills
- Be focused to achieve great sales
- A positive ‘can do’ attitude to all daily tasks
If this position is of interest please apply or contact Pauline Thomas on 01233 732767 or pauline@horticruitment.com
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Experienced Gardener (Live out) - North Oxfordshire - EC4415
Experienced Gardener required in North Oxfordshire
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced and passionate gardener to showcase their skills on a prestigious Tom Stuart Smith garden in Oxfordshire. The 74 acre property contains beautiful gardens, including a woodland garden for which the successful candidate will be responsible. The position would suit a knowledgeable gardener with good plant knowledge and excellent attention to detail. Applicants will ideally have at least five years’ experience working on private estate gardens, though less experienced gardeners will also be considered.
The historic 74 acre property boasts an arboretum and surrounding parkland with two large lakes, a lake garden, sunken garden, woodland and a woodland garden. A 2 acre walled garden and extensive herbaceous borders are also managed by the team of nine gardeners, under the management of the Head Gardener. The gardens are maintained to the highest standard and as such, applicants should be able to demonstrate impeccable attention to detail and a genuine passion for horticulture.
The successful applicant will have sole responsibility for the newly-designed two acre woodland garden; a classic Tom Stuart Smith design containing 23,000 perennials, 40,000 bulbs and a variety of species (rodgersia, selinum, iris, eupatorium, thalictrum, epimedium, ferns, euphorbia, grasses, gallium, aster and many others). The role will require a good plants person to ensure plant maintenance and health via feeding, weeding, mulching and general upkeep to the highest standard.
This is a hands-on role, so you must be physically fit and able to work for long periods on your own when required, and be able to prioritise your workload. In return for your commitment and dedication, a generous salary is offered as well as a pension scheme and discretionary bonus. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hard-working and enthusiastic gardener to be part of a close-knit team on a very prestigious estate on a permanent full-time basis.
Summer hours of work are 08:00 – 17:00 Monday to Thursday, and 08:00 – 16:00 on Friday between March and November. Winter hours are 08:00 – 16:00 between November and March.
SALARY: Up to £25,000 DOE
LOCATION: North Oxfordshire
JOB No: EC4415
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