Part time Gardener - Live Out - EC5123

A beautiful 10-acre estate located in South West England near a market town steep in history dating back to the 12 century are seeking a part time Gardener to work 3 days per week. The estate consists of a wildflower meadow, many mature trees and a recently refurbished half an acre Kitchen garden which has been established to provide seasonal produce for the family, fruit cages are being added this year. Currently under development is a Cutting and family garden.

This family owned estate is as the owner describes their ‘forever’ home, the owner has been involved in its development and has a wealth of horticultural knowledge the aim for the grounds of the estate is for it to flow, keeping it consistent and relevant to the curtilage of the main dwelling.    

The successful applicant will need excellent references and a hard-working approach with reasonable plant and horticultural knowledge, the owner has ambitious plans for the estate therefore requires a Gardener that can work to a high standard and has previous experience in implementing garden designs. In return, the applicant will get the opportunity to be well remunerated.

The successful candidate needs to be trustworthy, conscientious, be able to self-motivated and have a great positive attitude. Someone who can be relied upon to work on their own without the guidance of the estate owner. Must have previous experience working on a large private estate and operating large machinery. A full UK driving licence and chainsaw licence is essential.

ACCOMMODATION: Live out position

SALARY: £140 per day, 3 days per week

LOCATION: Wiltshire

JOB No: EC5123

If this position is of interest, please apply or contact Ruth Bolam on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk

Thank you for the interest you have shown in this part time 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 part time Gardener vacancy will have been unsuccessful.