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Live in Head Gardener required

Employer
Sydenham House
Location
Lewdown, Devon
Salary
£25,000 - £27,000 depending on experience.
Closing date
25 Nov 2019

Experienced gardener required for  5 acre private garden of  historic Grade 1- listed Jacobean manor house in  picturesque valley in West Devon. The garden lies within a 1500 acre estate which includes in-hand farming ,woodland, fishing and shooting.

The job is live in and a three bedroom, centrally heated cottage with  garden is provided.

The gardens comprise lawns, herbaceous and mixed borders, terrace with rill, parterre, arboretum, lakes, fruit and vegetable garden with large glasshouses and chicken run.

The Candidate

  • We are looking for a broad expertise in gardening, tree care and grounds maintenance.
  • A horticultural qualification equivalent to RHS level 2 is preferable.
  • You will need chainsaw and spraying certificates and a driving licence. You will need to be competent at maintaining garden machinery and equipment.
  • You will be assisted by a full-time gardener/handyman and by the enthusiastic owners. You will also be welcomed  as  an integral member of the estate team.
  • You will  have a limited range of general duties helping the owners  with the running of  the house  and security.

Annual salary  £25,000 - £27,000 depending on experience. Annual  holiday 28 days inclusive of Bank Holidays.

It is an opportunity  to settle in a special area  and pursue a fulfilling rural life.

Please send your CV, contact details and covering letter to Graeme and Hilary Hart

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