Role : Gardener Location : Hertford Rate : 13.25 The role : Adecco are working on behalf of our client who require a gardener / handyman to maintain their grounds. This is a varied position and the role will include maintaining lawns trimming back trees and bushes, and ensuring the grounds are kept clean and tidy. You will take responsibility for routine upkeep and presentation of the outdoor areas. Applicants should be prepared to carry out the gardening maintenence duties along with emptying bins, litter picking and painting. The ideal applicant will have a background within a similar role and be competent using gardening tools and machinery inluding using grass and hedge cutting equipment. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Jun 13, 2026
Seasonal
Role : Gardener Location : Hertford Rate : 13.25 The role : Adecco are working on behalf of our client who require a gardener / handyman to maintain their grounds. This is a varied position and the role will include maintaining lawns trimming back trees and bushes, and ensuring the grounds are kept clean and tidy. You will take responsibility for routine upkeep and presentation of the outdoor areas. Applicants should be prepared to carry out the gardening maintenence duties along with emptying bins, litter picking and painting. The ideal applicant will have a background within a similar role and be competent using gardening tools and machinery inluding using grass and hedge cutting equipment. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
We are looking for a Grounds Maintenance Operative to join the team of an estbalished organisation in the Birmingham area on a temporary basis. This role is offering experience in a reputable company, growing sector and a stable 3 month plus contract, with no weekend work required. Grounds Maintenance Operative Monday to Friday 37hr week Temporary Birmingham £16-17ph paid weekly via umbrella As a Grounds Maintenance Operative, you will be: Carrying out general grounds maintenance work such as grass cutting, hedge trimming, hedge strimming LItter picking and general maintenance of the area Polite and friendly to all customers/ tenants Using hand held power tools To be succesful as a Grounds Maintenance Operative, you will need: Previous experience in gardener, grounds keeper, greens keeper, grounds maintenance assistant, gardening operative, grounds operative, landscaper roles Basic DBS ( or willing to have one) Ideally have a driving licence If you arei nterested in this role, please apply directly to this advert.
Jun 13, 2026
Seasonal
We are looking for a Grounds Maintenance Operative to join the team of an estbalished organisation in the Birmingham area on a temporary basis. This role is offering experience in a reputable company, growing sector and a stable 3 month plus contract, with no weekend work required. Grounds Maintenance Operative Monday to Friday 37hr week Temporary Birmingham £16-17ph paid weekly via umbrella As a Grounds Maintenance Operative, you will be: Carrying out general grounds maintenance work such as grass cutting, hedge trimming, hedge strimming LItter picking and general maintenance of the area Polite and friendly to all customers/ tenants Using hand held power tools To be succesful as a Grounds Maintenance Operative, you will need: Previous experience in gardener, grounds keeper, greens keeper, grounds maintenance assistant, gardening operative, grounds operative, landscaper roles Basic DBS ( or willing to have one) Ideally have a driving licence If you arei nterested in this role, please apply directly to this advert.
We are seeking a dedicated Seasonal Gardener to join our team at Banbury Crematorium for a temporary period, assisting with the maintenance and enhancement of our outdoor landscapes. The ideal candidate will have a passion for gardening and horticulture, with practical experience in landscape upkeep. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work outdoors, develop gardening skills, and contribu click apply for full job details
Jun 13, 2026
Seasonal
We are seeking a dedicated Seasonal Gardener to join our team at Banbury Crematorium for a temporary period, assisting with the maintenance and enhancement of our outdoor landscapes. The ideal candidate will have a passion for gardening and horticulture, with practical experience in landscape upkeep. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work outdoors, develop gardening skills, and contribu click apply for full job details
Skilled Gardener Full Time or Part Time Location: The Palace of Westminster Houses of Parliament / London Hourly Rate: 16.81 per hour Contract type: Temp-Perm Working hours: 3 days (24hrs) working within The Palace of Westminster Houses of Parliament. 2 days as a skilled gardener on a separate site, if full-time hours required- 40hrs) About the role Our client currently provides horticultural & landscaping services for the Palace of Westminster Estate. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled & experienced horticulturalist to get involved with the preparations around events like the State Opening of Parliament. There may at times be requests coming from multiple stakeholders (the Speaker's Office, the Ceremonial Works Office, or the Service Delivery Manager) all at once that will be reactive & the candidate will be required to support the Head Gardener in managing these complex pressures. Responsibilities Regular site inspection Clearance of litter, debris and detritus Grass cutting, edging and cultural operations Weeding, pruning and dead-heading of planted areas, including containers Re-mulching / top-dressing planted areas and hedge bases Hedge cutting and maintenance Pleaching trees Hard surface weed control Hard surface cleansing, including sweeping and pressure washing Maintenance of gravel areas Leaf clearing - all areas Green roof maintenance Irrigation generally Maintenance of internal plants, including trees at PCH In addition, you may be asked to support in the delivery of ad-hoc works, such as: Re-instatement of lawn areas following events Emergency tree work Replacement planting Improvements to the green roof Site improvement work Requirements You will be required to possess the stipulated level of security vetting. We would ask that any successful applicant proactively engages with this vetting process as soon as an offer has been made, since it can take several weeks for the process to run its course. N.B. A requirement of the vetting procedure is to supply HMRC evidence of the previous 3 years' employment. Demonstratable high-horticultural skills and knowledge, backed up by a formal Horticultural qualification (equiv. L2 NVQ/RHS Hort). Demonstratable experience on working with multiple stakeholders within the field of horticulture/landscaping. Awareness of equality and diversity, health and safety and safeguarding. Excellent people skills including team working, problem solving and the ability to be calm and decisive in challenging situations A flexible approach to work Harness Training would be desirable. Why join us? As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That's why we're committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. We're proud to have been recognised as Employer of the Year and Sustainable Company of the Year at this year's Landscaper Awards, reflecting our commitment to supporting our people while delivering a more sustainable future. What we offer Career development: We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship. Collaborative team environment: Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals. Meaningful impact: Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment. Competitive benefits package: We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times. Benefits Annual leave: from 21 days plus bank holidays. Family-friendly policies: Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave. Thrive Wellbeing App support: Support for personal and professional challenges. Voluntary benefits: Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more. Financial wellbeing support: Resources to manage your finances. Recognition schemes: Colleague of the month and annual awards. Volunteering policy: Two days per year to support a cause of your choice. Mental health support: Comprehensive resources and support. About our client We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry. We understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of 250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK. Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Jun 13, 2026
Seasonal
Skilled Gardener Full Time or Part Time Location: The Palace of Westminster Houses of Parliament / London Hourly Rate: 16.81 per hour Contract type: Temp-Perm Working hours: 3 days (24hrs) working within The Palace of Westminster Houses of Parliament. 2 days as a skilled gardener on a separate site, if full-time hours required- 40hrs) About the role Our client currently provides horticultural & landscaping services for the Palace of Westminster Estate. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled & experienced horticulturalist to get involved with the preparations around events like the State Opening of Parliament. There may at times be requests coming from multiple stakeholders (the Speaker's Office, the Ceremonial Works Office, or the Service Delivery Manager) all at once that will be reactive & the candidate will be required to support the Head Gardener in managing these complex pressures. Responsibilities Regular site inspection Clearance of litter, debris and detritus Grass cutting, edging and cultural operations Weeding, pruning and dead-heading of planted areas, including containers Re-mulching / top-dressing planted areas and hedge bases Hedge cutting and maintenance Pleaching trees Hard surface weed control Hard surface cleansing, including sweeping and pressure washing Maintenance of gravel areas Leaf clearing - all areas Green roof maintenance Irrigation generally Maintenance of internal plants, including trees at PCH In addition, you may be asked to support in the delivery of ad-hoc works, such as: Re-instatement of lawn areas following events Emergency tree work Replacement planting Improvements to the green roof Site improvement work Requirements You will be required to possess the stipulated level of security vetting. We would ask that any successful applicant proactively engages with this vetting process as soon as an offer has been made, since it can take several weeks for the process to run its course. N.B. A requirement of the vetting procedure is to supply HMRC evidence of the previous 3 years' employment. Demonstratable high-horticultural skills and knowledge, backed up by a formal Horticultural qualification (equiv. L2 NVQ/RHS Hort). Demonstratable experience on working with multiple stakeholders within the field of horticulture/landscaping. Awareness of equality and diversity, health and safety and safeguarding. Excellent people skills including team working, problem solving and the ability to be calm and decisive in challenging situations A flexible approach to work Harness Training would be desirable. Why join us? As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That's why we're committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. We're proud to have been recognised as Employer of the Year and Sustainable Company of the Year at this year's Landscaper Awards, reflecting our commitment to supporting our people while delivering a more sustainable future. What we offer Career development: We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship. Collaborative team environment: Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals. Meaningful impact: Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment. Competitive benefits package: We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times. Benefits Annual leave: from 21 days plus bank holidays. Family-friendly policies: Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave. Thrive Wellbeing App support: Support for personal and professional challenges. Voluntary benefits: Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more. Financial wellbeing support: Resources to manage your finances. Recognition schemes: Colleague of the month and annual awards. Volunteering policy: Two days per year to support a cause of your choice. Mental health support: Comprehensive resources and support. About our client We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry. We understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of 250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK. Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Skilled Gardener- Full Time You will need to be very good and experienced to apply for this role Location: The Palace of Westminster Houses of Parliament / London Hourly Rate: Up to 18.83 per hour Contract type: Permanent if all goes well Working hours: 3 days (24hrs) working within The Palace of Westminster Houses of Parliament. 2 days as a skilled gardener on a separate site around the same location, if full-time hours required- 40hrs) About the role Our client currently provides horticultural & landscaping services for the Palace of Westminster Estate. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled & experienced horticulturalist to get involved with the preparations around events like the State Opening of Parliament. There may at times be requests coming from multiple stakeholders (the Speaker's Office, the Ceremonial Works Office, or the Service Delivery Manager) all at once that will be reactive & the candidate will be required to support the Head Gardener in managing these complex pressures. Responsibilities Regular site inspection Clearance of litter, debris and detritus Grass cutting, edging and cultural operations Weeding, pruning and dead-heading of planted areas, including containers Re-mulching / top-dressing planted areas and hedge bases Hedge cutting and maintenance Pleaching trees Hard surface weed control Hard surface cleansing, including sweeping and pressure washing Maintenance of gravel areas Leaf clearing - all areas Green roof maintenance Irrigation generally Maintenance of internal plants, including trees at PCH In addition, you may be asked to support in the delivery of ad-hoc works, such as: Re-instatement of lawn areas following events Emergency tree work Replacement planting Improvements to the green roof Site improvement work Requirements You will be required to possess the stipulated level of security vetting. We would ask that any successful applicant proactively engages with this vetting process as soon as an offer has been made, since it can take several weeks for the process to run its course. N.B. A requirement of the vetting procedure is to supply HMRC evidence of the previous 3 years' employment. Demonstratable high-horticultural skills and knowledge, backed up by a formal Horticultural qualification (equiv. L2 NVQ/RHS Hort). Demonstratable experience on working with multiple stakeholders within the field of horticulture/landscaping. Awareness of equality and diversity, health and safety and safeguarding. Excellent people skills including team working, problem solving and the ability to be calm and decisive in challenging situations A flexible approach to work Harness Training would be desirable. Starts ASAP Please send a CV or call to apply
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Skilled Gardener- Full Time You will need to be very good and experienced to apply for this role Location: The Palace of Westminster Houses of Parliament / London Hourly Rate: Up to 18.83 per hour Contract type: Permanent if all goes well Working hours: 3 days (24hrs) working within The Palace of Westminster Houses of Parliament. 2 days as a skilled gardener on a separate site around the same location, if full-time hours required- 40hrs) About the role Our client currently provides horticultural & landscaping services for the Palace of Westminster Estate. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled & experienced horticulturalist to get involved with the preparations around events like the State Opening of Parliament. There may at times be requests coming from multiple stakeholders (the Speaker's Office, the Ceremonial Works Office, or the Service Delivery Manager) all at once that will be reactive & the candidate will be required to support the Head Gardener in managing these complex pressures. Responsibilities Regular site inspection Clearance of litter, debris and detritus Grass cutting, edging and cultural operations Weeding, pruning and dead-heading of planted areas, including containers Re-mulching / top-dressing planted areas and hedge bases Hedge cutting and maintenance Pleaching trees Hard surface weed control Hard surface cleansing, including sweeping and pressure washing Maintenance of gravel areas Leaf clearing - all areas Green roof maintenance Irrigation generally Maintenance of internal plants, including trees at PCH In addition, you may be asked to support in the delivery of ad-hoc works, such as: Re-instatement of lawn areas following events Emergency tree work Replacement planting Improvements to the green roof Site improvement work Requirements You will be required to possess the stipulated level of security vetting. We would ask that any successful applicant proactively engages with this vetting process as soon as an offer has been made, since it can take several weeks for the process to run its course. N.B. A requirement of the vetting procedure is to supply HMRC evidence of the previous 3 years' employment. Demonstratable high-horticultural skills and knowledge, backed up by a formal Horticultural qualification (equiv. L2 NVQ/RHS Hort). Demonstratable experience on working with multiple stakeholders within the field of horticulture/landscaping. Awareness of equality and diversity, health and safety and safeguarding. Excellent people skills including team working, problem solving and the ability to be calm and decisive in challenging situations A flexible approach to work Harness Training would be desirable. Starts ASAP Please send a CV or call to apply
Grounds Maintenance / Gardener - Full Time - Join a Supportive, Growth-Oriented Team! £28,000-£32,000 per year Join a team in Armersham that values collaboration, respect, and professional growth. You will be part of a supportive and positive environment where your contributions are appreciated, learning is encouraged, and achievements are celebrated. The company prides itself on delivering exceptional maintenance and landscaping services , fostering a strong sense of team spirit, and creating a culture where employees are empowered, trusted, and encouraged to grow in their roles. This is an opportunity to make a real impact on the spaces maintained while being part of a team that truly invests in its people. Benefits: Competitive salary: £28,000-£32,000 per year (depending on experience) Paid holidays and flexible working options Career development and training opportunities Modern equipment and safe working environment Supportive team culture that values your contributions Key Responsibilities: Maintain lawns, hedges, and gardens to a high standard Assist with landscaping projects, paving, fencing, and general maintenance Support commercial and residential sites with seasonal upkeep Follow all health and safety procedures Ensure quality and attention to detail across all tasks Start early at 6:00 AM to make the most of the day Requirements: Experience in gardening, grounds maintenance, or landscaping Reliable, proactive, and team-oriented Strong attention to detail and pride in your work Ability to start work at 6:00 AM Apply today with your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your experience.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Grounds Maintenance / Gardener - Full Time - Join a Supportive, Growth-Oriented Team! £28,000-£32,000 per year Join a team in Armersham that values collaboration, respect, and professional growth. You will be part of a supportive and positive environment where your contributions are appreciated, learning is encouraged, and achievements are celebrated. The company prides itself on delivering exceptional maintenance and landscaping services , fostering a strong sense of team spirit, and creating a culture where employees are empowered, trusted, and encouraged to grow in their roles. This is an opportunity to make a real impact on the spaces maintained while being part of a team that truly invests in its people. Benefits: Competitive salary: £28,000-£32,000 per year (depending on experience) Paid holidays and flexible working options Career development and training opportunities Modern equipment and safe working environment Supportive team culture that values your contributions Key Responsibilities: Maintain lawns, hedges, and gardens to a high standard Assist with landscaping projects, paving, fencing, and general maintenance Support commercial and residential sites with seasonal upkeep Follow all health and safety procedures Ensure quality and attention to detail across all tasks Start early at 6:00 AM to make the most of the day Requirements: Experience in gardening, grounds maintenance, or landscaping Reliable, proactive, and team-oriented Strong attention to detail and pride in your work Ability to start work at 6:00 AM Apply today with your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your experience.
Key aspects of the role include: - Supporting the Bishop in his diocesan, civic and national responsibilities. - Assisting the Bishop with administrative, pastoral and practical tasks across the Diocese. - Analysing, reflecting upon and briefing the Bishop on the theological, policy and procedural implications of a wide range of issues facing the Church and wider society. - Managing specific issues and projects on behalf of the Bishop. - Supporting the Bishop in his statutory roles and obligations. - Contributing to the overall vision and strategy of the diocese by participating in Bishop's Staff meetings and the Bishop's Strategy Group, serving as a trusted advisor to the Bishop and other senior staff. - Leading the Bishop's Office Team, overseeing the overall operational plan for the office and line managing the Bishop's Administrator and Hospitality Co-ordinator (one role). The Chaplain will be a key member of the Bishop's Personal Staff which includes the Bishop's PA, the Bishop's Administrator and Hospitality Co-ordinator, the Palace Gardener and a part-time Driver. The Bishop's Office is located in the Gatehouse to the Bishop's Palace in central Exeter. The Bishop's Administrator and Hospitality Co-ordinator provides administrative support to the Chaplain. The role demands a time commitment comparable to that if a parish priest. Generally, the Bishop's Chaplain will be expected to participate in morning and evening worship and maintain regular office hours from 9.00am to 5.00pm with a break for lunch. Some evening commitments may be required. The designated rest day is usually Saturday, though there may be occasional Saturday duties, in which case an alternative day off can be arranged. It is crucial that the Bishop's Chaplain is typically available when the Bishop is in the office, given the demands on the Bishop's diary. Housing will be provided at no cost including exemptions from rent, council tax and water rates, located a short distance from the Bishop's Office. The Bishop's Chaplain will occupy this accommodation under a licence from its owners, the Diocesan Board of Finance. Additionally, removal expenses will be covered, along with a resettlement grant currently set at £2867. Permission may be granted to a Chaplain to live in his or her own property. However, if this is the preferred option, no housing allowance is available. Closing date is 29 June 2026. Interviews are 27 and 28 July 2026.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Key aspects of the role include: - Supporting the Bishop in his diocesan, civic and national responsibilities. - Assisting the Bishop with administrative, pastoral and practical tasks across the Diocese. - Analysing, reflecting upon and briefing the Bishop on the theological, policy and procedural implications of a wide range of issues facing the Church and wider society. - Managing specific issues and projects on behalf of the Bishop. - Supporting the Bishop in his statutory roles and obligations. - Contributing to the overall vision and strategy of the diocese by participating in Bishop's Staff meetings and the Bishop's Strategy Group, serving as a trusted advisor to the Bishop and other senior staff. - Leading the Bishop's Office Team, overseeing the overall operational plan for the office and line managing the Bishop's Administrator and Hospitality Co-ordinator (one role). The Chaplain will be a key member of the Bishop's Personal Staff which includes the Bishop's PA, the Bishop's Administrator and Hospitality Co-ordinator, the Palace Gardener and a part-time Driver. The Bishop's Office is located in the Gatehouse to the Bishop's Palace in central Exeter. The Bishop's Administrator and Hospitality Co-ordinator provides administrative support to the Chaplain. The role demands a time commitment comparable to that if a parish priest. Generally, the Bishop's Chaplain will be expected to participate in morning and evening worship and maintain regular office hours from 9.00am to 5.00pm with a break for lunch. Some evening commitments may be required. The designated rest day is usually Saturday, though there may be occasional Saturday duties, in which case an alternative day off can be arranged. It is crucial that the Bishop's Chaplain is typically available when the Bishop is in the office, given the demands on the Bishop's diary. Housing will be provided at no cost including exemptions from rent, council tax and water rates, located a short distance from the Bishop's Office. The Bishop's Chaplain will occupy this accommodation under a licence from its owners, the Diocesan Board of Finance. Additionally, removal expenses will be covered, along with a resettlement grant currently set at £2867. Permission may be granted to a Chaplain to live in his or her own property. However, if this is the preferred option, no housing allowance is available. Closing date is 29 June 2026. Interviews are 27 and 28 July 2026.
We are looking for Trustees, including a new Chair of Trustees. Working for Gardeners ( Working for Gardeners ) is a registered Charity and membership organisation dedicated to practical horticultural training and advancing the interests of gardeners and horticulturists across the UK. We have an active community of around 1500 members, exchanging practical horticultural knowledge and interest. Many of our members are of course also members of other horticultural institutions such as the RHS, and see Working for Gardeners as a complementary source of hands-in-the-soil community and further training. We collaborate with an evolving network of significant private and public gardens across the UK to offer practical experience through one-day specialist workshops and through year-long paid placements for aspiring gardeners under our well-respected professional development programme, the Work and Retrain as a Gardener (WRAG) Scheme. Our Financial Position Our Charity is in good financial health, with decent cash reserves and fairly balanced revenue streams, mainly from membership subscriptions, our practical workshop and skills programme and from the WRAG Scheme. We also have a small number of generous donors, and are looking to develop this support further. Our Charity's direct annual revenue is around £200,000 and we operate typically close to break-even, with a small central office team based in South Gloucestershire and a 20-strong UK-wide paid, part-time team across the UK who promote and manage our relationships with garden partners and our membership community. However, our financial footprint is more in the region of £1.3 million, taking account of the annual income (at national living wage) paid to our WRAG Scheme trainees under the garden placements that we organise with our partner gardens. Given the strong demand for our WRAG Scheme traineeships and indeed across our practical horticultural workshops, we are looking to expand the depth of our reach across Great Britain, including through developing a greater bursary scheme. We are currently investing in the underpinnings for this careful expansion, including upgrading and finetuning our branding, marketing, web, and IT systems. Role of Chair of Trustees As Chair, you will provide strong strategic and hands-on leadership across the Charity, marshalling our team to fulfil our educational mission and representing our Charity to the broader community. This is a voluntary position that requires commitment, vision, and strong leadership skills. Our Chair and trustees tend to be quite hands-on, working closely with our Executive Officer and our office and Regional Manager team across the UK. Key Responsibilities of our Chair Chair our small Board of 5-6 pro bono trustees, ensuring effective governance and compliance with relevant legislation and best practice. Ensure clear multi-year vision and strong execution of our rolling plan, working with our other trustees and Executive Officer. In conjunction with our Treasurer, provide regular guidance to our Executive Officer, who is responsible for the day-to-day execution of our multi-year strategic plan and budget. Be our primary spokesperson and ambassador, building our profile and relationships with our membership, garden partners, donors, horticultural sector, media and other key stakeholders more broadly. This Chair role will typically require commitment of 3-5 hours per week across regular guidance for our Executive Officer, Board meetings and external representation. The initial term is for 3 years, with a further 3 years possible. Ideal Profile of Chair We are looking for a Chair who is, or has enjoyed being, a respected and energetic leader with a strong strategic mindset, not afraid to roll up their sleeves when needed, and comfortable in an organisation of our scale even if they have worked in larger organisations. The ideal candidate will definitely have a keen interest in horticulture, whether personally or professionally, and will probably have a decent network of contacts and profile in gardening, horticultural, or professional services sectors. They will likely have some experience with chairing boards, committees, or similar governance bodies whether in the not-for-profit, corporate, or public sector, and a good understanding of charity governance and trustee responsibilities. Experience in fundraising and marketing would be a plus. Ideal Profile of Other Trustees Our current trustees all live and breathe a great passion for things horticultural in a broad sense, including continuing education in our sector, but also bring a great variety of professional and personal backgrounds to the table - in further education; international finance; politics; gardening and flower farming; marketing; HR and other areas of business and charities. We are looking to enhance this diversity and collaborative enthusiasm, ideally bringing deeper experience particularly in areas of marketing and fundraising. How to Apply (Deadline: Friday 5th June 2026) If you would love to join our enthusiastic group of trustees given your talents and interests, please submit to our current Chair with a covering letter explaining your motivation and relevant experience, including your CV or similar profile and indicating clearly whether you would also like to assume the Chair role. We would hope to appoint our new Chair and trustees within the next 2-3 months. Working for Gardeners is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups. Our Story Founded in 1899 as the Women's Farm and Garden Association, our Charity's original focus was on addressing the lack of education and employment opportunities for women working on the land. Membership was initially only open to women with a keen interest in the land, farming, gardening and allied industries. Many of our founder members were professional women working in education, gardening, farming and small holdings. The Association set about establishing training courses and examinations, with an Employment Bureau offering a service for both employers and employees. At the outbreak of the First World War, we responded to the shortage of labour on the land by launching the 'Women's National Land Service Corps' to offer work placements to women, both rural and urban. The success of this movement soon saw it outgrow a small but plucky voluntary organisation and the Government stepped in - the first Women's Land Army was born. Between the wars, against the backdrop of difficult years of recession, we worked hard to improve the working conditions and status of women in land work and to open up employment training opportunities. We launched a significant training scheme for practical horticultural skills during the Second World War and subsequently extended this to initiate a Garden Apprentice Scheme specifically for school leavers - which led to the development of Government Youth Training Schemes. Throughout this time, the Association exhibited at many agricultural and horticultural shows, promoting the need for training and giving out information and career guidance. In 1993, we established the 'Women Returners to Amenity Gardening Scheme' to offer more mature students, often career changers or 'returners' who were considering a career in horticulture, training in practical gardening skills within private and public gardens throughout the United Kingdom. In 2014, we updated the name to 'Work and Retrain As a Gardener', reflecting the broader audience that had developed. Our WRAG Scheme is now established as one of the UK's leading practical gardening training schemes, highly respected by the horticultural sector. Each year, we place around 150 aspiring gardeners, mainly career changers, in wonderful gardens across the UK where the skilled owners or their head gardeners have the expertise to offer practical paid experience and training for 1 or 2 years. Many of these trainees are lucky enough to form strong relationships with their team in these gardens and are offered ongoing employment, while many others go on to other roles in horticulture or set up their own gardening businesses. Quite a few of our gardens take on new WRAG Scheme trainees each year. All of this makes us very happy, but it does mean that we continually need to bring new gardens into our community, and we have considerable waiting lists of trainees in most regions in Britain. Our main imperative is to therefore build more and deeper ongoing partnerships with significant gardens across the UK that can offer the breadth of hands-in-the
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
We are looking for Trustees, including a new Chair of Trustees. Working for Gardeners ( Working for Gardeners ) is a registered Charity and membership organisation dedicated to practical horticultural training and advancing the interests of gardeners and horticulturists across the UK. We have an active community of around 1500 members, exchanging practical horticultural knowledge and interest. Many of our members are of course also members of other horticultural institutions such as the RHS, and see Working for Gardeners as a complementary source of hands-in-the-soil community and further training. We collaborate with an evolving network of significant private and public gardens across the UK to offer practical experience through one-day specialist workshops and through year-long paid placements for aspiring gardeners under our well-respected professional development programme, the Work and Retrain as a Gardener (WRAG) Scheme. Our Financial Position Our Charity is in good financial health, with decent cash reserves and fairly balanced revenue streams, mainly from membership subscriptions, our practical workshop and skills programme and from the WRAG Scheme. We also have a small number of generous donors, and are looking to develop this support further. Our Charity's direct annual revenue is around £200,000 and we operate typically close to break-even, with a small central office team based in South Gloucestershire and a 20-strong UK-wide paid, part-time team across the UK who promote and manage our relationships with garden partners and our membership community. However, our financial footprint is more in the region of £1.3 million, taking account of the annual income (at national living wage) paid to our WRAG Scheme trainees under the garden placements that we organise with our partner gardens. Given the strong demand for our WRAG Scheme traineeships and indeed across our practical horticultural workshops, we are looking to expand the depth of our reach across Great Britain, including through developing a greater bursary scheme. We are currently investing in the underpinnings for this careful expansion, including upgrading and finetuning our branding, marketing, web, and IT systems. Role of Chair of Trustees As Chair, you will provide strong strategic and hands-on leadership across the Charity, marshalling our team to fulfil our educational mission and representing our Charity to the broader community. This is a voluntary position that requires commitment, vision, and strong leadership skills. Our Chair and trustees tend to be quite hands-on, working closely with our Executive Officer and our office and Regional Manager team across the UK. Key Responsibilities of our Chair Chair our small Board of 5-6 pro bono trustees, ensuring effective governance and compliance with relevant legislation and best practice. Ensure clear multi-year vision and strong execution of our rolling plan, working with our other trustees and Executive Officer. In conjunction with our Treasurer, provide regular guidance to our Executive Officer, who is responsible for the day-to-day execution of our multi-year strategic plan and budget. Be our primary spokesperson and ambassador, building our profile and relationships with our membership, garden partners, donors, horticultural sector, media and other key stakeholders more broadly. This Chair role will typically require commitment of 3-5 hours per week across regular guidance for our Executive Officer, Board meetings and external representation. The initial term is for 3 years, with a further 3 years possible. Ideal Profile of Chair We are looking for a Chair who is, or has enjoyed being, a respected and energetic leader with a strong strategic mindset, not afraid to roll up their sleeves when needed, and comfortable in an organisation of our scale even if they have worked in larger organisations. The ideal candidate will definitely have a keen interest in horticulture, whether personally or professionally, and will probably have a decent network of contacts and profile in gardening, horticultural, or professional services sectors. They will likely have some experience with chairing boards, committees, or similar governance bodies whether in the not-for-profit, corporate, or public sector, and a good understanding of charity governance and trustee responsibilities. Experience in fundraising and marketing would be a plus. Ideal Profile of Other Trustees Our current trustees all live and breathe a great passion for things horticultural in a broad sense, including continuing education in our sector, but also bring a great variety of professional and personal backgrounds to the table - in further education; international finance; politics; gardening and flower farming; marketing; HR and other areas of business and charities. We are looking to enhance this diversity and collaborative enthusiasm, ideally bringing deeper experience particularly in areas of marketing and fundraising. How to Apply (Deadline: Friday 5th June 2026) If you would love to join our enthusiastic group of trustees given your talents and interests, please submit to our current Chair with a covering letter explaining your motivation and relevant experience, including your CV or similar profile and indicating clearly whether you would also like to assume the Chair role. We would hope to appoint our new Chair and trustees within the next 2-3 months. Working for Gardeners is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups. Our Story Founded in 1899 as the Women's Farm and Garden Association, our Charity's original focus was on addressing the lack of education and employment opportunities for women working on the land. Membership was initially only open to women with a keen interest in the land, farming, gardening and allied industries. Many of our founder members were professional women working in education, gardening, farming and small holdings. The Association set about establishing training courses and examinations, with an Employment Bureau offering a service for both employers and employees. At the outbreak of the First World War, we responded to the shortage of labour on the land by launching the 'Women's National Land Service Corps' to offer work placements to women, both rural and urban. The success of this movement soon saw it outgrow a small but plucky voluntary organisation and the Government stepped in - the first Women's Land Army was born. Between the wars, against the backdrop of difficult years of recession, we worked hard to improve the working conditions and status of women in land work and to open up employment training opportunities. We launched a significant training scheme for practical horticultural skills during the Second World War and subsequently extended this to initiate a Garden Apprentice Scheme specifically for school leavers - which led to the development of Government Youth Training Schemes. Throughout this time, the Association exhibited at many agricultural and horticultural shows, promoting the need for training and giving out information and career guidance. In 1993, we established the 'Women Returners to Amenity Gardening Scheme' to offer more mature students, often career changers or 'returners' who were considering a career in horticulture, training in practical gardening skills within private and public gardens throughout the United Kingdom. In 2014, we updated the name to 'Work and Retrain As a Gardener', reflecting the broader audience that had developed. Our WRAG Scheme is now established as one of the UK's leading practical gardening training schemes, highly respected by the horticultural sector. Each year, we place around 150 aspiring gardeners, mainly career changers, in wonderful gardens across the UK where the skilled owners or their head gardeners have the expertise to offer practical paid experience and training for 1 or 2 years. Many of these trainees are lucky enough to form strong relationships with their team in these gardens and are offered ongoing employment, while many others go on to other roles in horticulture or set up their own gardening businesses. Quite a few of our gardens take on new WRAG Scheme trainees each year. All of this makes us very happy, but it does mean that we continually need to bring new gardens into our community, and we have considerable waiting lists of trainees in most regions in Britain. Our main imperative is to therefore build more and deeper ongoing partnerships with significant gardens across the UK that can offer the breadth of hands-in-the
Gardener / Handyman Luxury Retirement Home AV1960C Location: Leiston, Suffolk Pay: £13.00 £13.50 per hour Hours: Monday Friday (20 Hours per week) About the Home We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established luxury retirement home located in a peaceful rural setting near Saxmundham. Set within six acres of beautiful woodland, this unique historic residence provides a warm and welcoming environment for approximately 20 residents. The home combines the charm and character of a 17th-century property with a commitment to providing exceptional standards of care, comfort, and wellbeing. Surrounded by mature gardens, woodland, and outdoor spaces, the grounds play an important role in creating a safe, attractive, and enjoyable environment for residents, visitors, and staff alike. This is an excellent opportunity for a practical, hands-on individual to join a friendly team and help maintain both the beautiful grounds and the day-to-day upkeep of a unique luxury retirement home. Life within the home includes: • A historic luxury retirement home set within six acres of woodland • Beautiful gardens, outdoor spaces, and mature grounds • A small, friendly community supporting approximately 20 residents • A warm and welcoming working environment • Strong community links and a person-centred culture • A supportive management team and close-knit staff group • The opportunity to make a visible difference to residents' daily lives The Role As a Gardener / Handyman, you will be responsible for maintaining the home's grounds, gardens, and general upkeep, helping to ensure a safe, attractive, and well-presented environment for residents, visitors, and staff. This varied role combines gardening, maintenance, and general handyman duties and would suit someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in their work, and has a practical approach to problem-solving. Your responsibilities will include: • Maintaining lawns, flower beds, hedges, pathways, and woodland areas • Planting, pruning, weeding, and seasonal garden maintenance • Ensuring outdoor spaces remain safe, tidy, and accessible • Carrying out general repairs and routine maintenance around the home • Basic decorating, painting, and DIY tasks as required • Monitoring the condition of the building, grounds, and equipment • Liaising with contractors and reporting maintenance issues when necessary • Supporting health and safety compliance across the site • Assisting with setting up outdoor areas for resident events and activities About You • Previous gardening, grounds maintenance, property maintenance, or handyman experience preferred • Practical DIY and maintenance skills • Ability to work independently and manage your workload effectively • Good attention to detail and pride in maintaining high standards • Reliable, trustworthy, and proactive approach • Friendly and approachable manner when interacting with residents and staff • Understanding of health and safety requirements • Full UK driving licence preferred Benefits & Perks • Competitive pay rate of £13.00 £13.50 per hour • Supportive and friendly working environment • Work within a beautiful historic setting surrounded by woodland • Varied role with a mix of gardening and maintenance responsibilities • Opportunity to make a positive impact on residents' quality of life • Ongoing support and training opportunities • A rewarding role within a unique luxury retirement community To Apply Please contact Lauren on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) for more information or to apply.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Gardener / Handyman Luxury Retirement Home AV1960C Location: Leiston, Suffolk Pay: £13.00 £13.50 per hour Hours: Monday Friday (20 Hours per week) About the Home We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established luxury retirement home located in a peaceful rural setting near Saxmundham. Set within six acres of beautiful woodland, this unique historic residence provides a warm and welcoming environment for approximately 20 residents. The home combines the charm and character of a 17th-century property with a commitment to providing exceptional standards of care, comfort, and wellbeing. Surrounded by mature gardens, woodland, and outdoor spaces, the grounds play an important role in creating a safe, attractive, and enjoyable environment for residents, visitors, and staff alike. This is an excellent opportunity for a practical, hands-on individual to join a friendly team and help maintain both the beautiful grounds and the day-to-day upkeep of a unique luxury retirement home. Life within the home includes: • A historic luxury retirement home set within six acres of woodland • Beautiful gardens, outdoor spaces, and mature grounds • A small, friendly community supporting approximately 20 residents • A warm and welcoming working environment • Strong community links and a person-centred culture • A supportive management team and close-knit staff group • The opportunity to make a visible difference to residents' daily lives The Role As a Gardener / Handyman, you will be responsible for maintaining the home's grounds, gardens, and general upkeep, helping to ensure a safe, attractive, and well-presented environment for residents, visitors, and staff. This varied role combines gardening, maintenance, and general handyman duties and would suit someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in their work, and has a practical approach to problem-solving. Your responsibilities will include: • Maintaining lawns, flower beds, hedges, pathways, and woodland areas • Planting, pruning, weeding, and seasonal garden maintenance • Ensuring outdoor spaces remain safe, tidy, and accessible • Carrying out general repairs and routine maintenance around the home • Basic decorating, painting, and DIY tasks as required • Monitoring the condition of the building, grounds, and equipment • Liaising with contractors and reporting maintenance issues when necessary • Supporting health and safety compliance across the site • Assisting with setting up outdoor areas for resident events and activities About You • Previous gardening, grounds maintenance, property maintenance, or handyman experience preferred • Practical DIY and maintenance skills • Ability to work independently and manage your workload effectively • Good attention to detail and pride in maintaining high standards • Reliable, trustworthy, and proactive approach • Friendly and approachable manner when interacting with residents and staff • Understanding of health and safety requirements • Full UK driving licence preferred Benefits & Perks • Competitive pay rate of £13.00 £13.50 per hour • Supportive and friendly working environment • Work within a beautiful historic setting surrounded by woodland • Varied role with a mix of gardening and maintenance responsibilities • Opportunity to make a positive impact on residents' quality of life • Ongoing support and training opportunities • A rewarding role within a unique luxury retirement community To Apply Please contact Lauren on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) for more information or to apply.
Dudley Council is looking for Grounds Maintenance/ Gardening Operatives to join their team on temporary ongoing basis. Hours of work: 7am to 3:30pm Monday to Thursday 7am to 2:30 pm Friday This is an ongoing agency role for a period of 3 months, with possible extension depending on needs of the Council. Role requires the candidate to commence with any Landscaping/ Goundsmaintenance duties including but not limiting to: Digging, forking, hoeing, weeding, mulching, grass edging, pruning shrubs & roses, other duties in line with the requirements of the Environmental Protection Act. Setting out, initial & over marking of sports pitches, running tracks, field events, rounders, javelin, shot, discus, tennis etc including hard surface line markings using specialist equipment and the erection and dismantling of sports equipment and the maintenance of synthetic sports surfaces. Including any other associated painting tasks in this regard. Preparation of ground for and the planting and staking of, trees annual bedding, shrub borders, rose beds, rockeries, and herbaceous borders. Carry out hard and soft landscaping works including the preparation of the ground for and the application of, seed & turf laying, slabbing, fence erection, brick work and rock gardens etc. Organise tools, equipment, materials, and other resource to ensure that tasks and projects are completed within any given timescales and to specification. Application of pesticides, fertilisers, topdressing etc. Store, transport and apply pesticides, fertilisers etc in accordance with relevant legislation and council policy. Carry out routine inspections and maintenance on play areas and complete and submit appropriate documentation on each occasion. Record work completed site defects and issues which impact on work operations and report these to the Supervisor at the end of each day. Drive any vehicle relevant to the grade, which may include Ford Iveco type 5 tonne Crew Cab vehicles, towing, small van, ride-on mowers and any other industry specific vehicles in line with the post holder's driving licence and training. e.g. "grandfather rights" may be used where deemed necessary and appropriate. Clean and valid driving license is required for this role. Ideal candidate will have past Grounds-maintenance/ Landscaping experience. This role is a subject to a BASIC DBS Check. If you believe you are the right candidate please press apply. Connect2Dudley is a trading style of Dudley & Kent Commercial Services LTD - A joint venture between Dudley Metropolitan Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dudley is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Jun 12, 2026
Seasonal
Dudley Council is looking for Grounds Maintenance/ Gardening Operatives to join their team on temporary ongoing basis. Hours of work: 7am to 3:30pm Monday to Thursday 7am to 2:30 pm Friday This is an ongoing agency role for a period of 3 months, with possible extension depending on needs of the Council. Role requires the candidate to commence with any Landscaping/ Goundsmaintenance duties including but not limiting to: Digging, forking, hoeing, weeding, mulching, grass edging, pruning shrubs & roses, other duties in line with the requirements of the Environmental Protection Act. Setting out, initial & over marking of sports pitches, running tracks, field events, rounders, javelin, shot, discus, tennis etc including hard surface line markings using specialist equipment and the erection and dismantling of sports equipment and the maintenance of synthetic sports surfaces. Including any other associated painting tasks in this regard. Preparation of ground for and the planting and staking of, trees annual bedding, shrub borders, rose beds, rockeries, and herbaceous borders. Carry out hard and soft landscaping works including the preparation of the ground for and the application of, seed & turf laying, slabbing, fence erection, brick work and rock gardens etc. Organise tools, equipment, materials, and other resource to ensure that tasks and projects are completed within any given timescales and to specification. Application of pesticides, fertilisers, topdressing etc. Store, transport and apply pesticides, fertilisers etc in accordance with relevant legislation and council policy. Carry out routine inspections and maintenance on play areas and complete and submit appropriate documentation on each occasion. Record work completed site defects and issues which impact on work operations and report these to the Supervisor at the end of each day. Drive any vehicle relevant to the grade, which may include Ford Iveco type 5 tonne Crew Cab vehicles, towing, small van, ride-on mowers and any other industry specific vehicles in line with the post holder's driving licence and training. e.g. "grandfather rights" may be used where deemed necessary and appropriate. Clean and valid driving license is required for this role. Ideal candidate will have past Grounds-maintenance/ Landscaping experience. This role is a subject to a BASIC DBS Check. If you believe you are the right candidate please press apply. Connect2Dudley is a trading style of Dudley & Kent Commercial Services LTD - A joint venture between Dudley Metropolitan Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dudley is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Experienced Gardener - Stratford £28,000 per annum We are currently recruiting for an Experienced Gardener to join a growing grounds maintenance team based in the Stratford area . This is a permanent role offering a salary of £28,000 per year , working within a supportive, team-focused environment. Our client is an established and fast-growing UK provider of integrated grounds maintenance and green space management services. Due to continued expansion, they are now looking to strengthen their horticultural teams across multiple sites in the region. Key Responsibilities: Carrying out a full range of grounds maintenance and horticultural duties Using hand tools and powered equipment such as hedge cutters, strimmers, and mowers Planting, pruning, and maintaining shrubs, flower beds, and seasonal displays Supporting overall site presentation and quality standards Working to scheduled tasks and customer expectations Reporting any site issues or improvement opportunities Requirements: Proven experience in grounds maintenance / horticulture is essential Ability to confidently use horticultural machinery and tools Strong understanding of plants, shrubs, and general garden maintenance Ability to work independently and as part of a team Good awareness of health & safety procedures on site Full UK driving licence is required - candidates without a licence will not be considered Candidates without relevant experience will not be considered Desirable (not essential): PA1 & PA6 spraying certificates Ride-on mower experience Formal horticulture qualification (Level 2 or equivalent) What's on Offer: Long-term, permanent opportunity Supportive working environment within a growing organisation Opportunities for development as the business continues to expand
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
Experienced Gardener - Stratford £28,000 per annum We are currently recruiting for an Experienced Gardener to join a growing grounds maintenance team based in the Stratford area . This is a permanent role offering a salary of £28,000 per year , working within a supportive, team-focused environment. Our client is an established and fast-growing UK provider of integrated grounds maintenance and green space management services. Due to continued expansion, they are now looking to strengthen their horticultural teams across multiple sites in the region. Key Responsibilities: Carrying out a full range of grounds maintenance and horticultural duties Using hand tools and powered equipment such as hedge cutters, strimmers, and mowers Planting, pruning, and maintaining shrubs, flower beds, and seasonal displays Supporting overall site presentation and quality standards Working to scheduled tasks and customer expectations Reporting any site issues or improvement opportunities Requirements: Proven experience in grounds maintenance / horticulture is essential Ability to confidently use horticultural machinery and tools Strong understanding of plants, shrubs, and general garden maintenance Ability to work independently and as part of a team Good awareness of health & safety procedures on site Full UK driving licence is required - candidates without a licence will not be considered Candidates without relevant experience will not be considered Desirable (not essential): PA1 & PA6 spraying certificates Ride-on mower experience Formal horticulture qualification (Level 2 or equivalent) What's on Offer: Long-term, permanent opportunity Supportive working environment within a growing organisation Opportunities for development as the business continues to expand
Job Type: Gardener Facilities Management and Building Services Location: Darlington, County Durham Job Type: Temporary Positions Available: 2 Hours: 37 hours per week Pay Rate: £13.47 per hour Dress Code: Safety boots, hi-vis jacket, and wet weather gear Selection Method: Review - CV required Start Date: 15 June 2026- End Date: 3 July 2026 Start Time: 07:30 - End Time: 15:30 Working Pattern: Monday to Friday (occasional weekend work may be required) About the Role We are seeking two reliable and hardworking Gardeners to join the Horticulture Team within Facilities Management and Building Services. This is a temporary Band 4 role based at West Cemetery, supporting the upkeep and maintenance of landscaped and cemetery grounds in Darlington. The successful candidates will play an important role in ensuring outdoor areas are well maintained, safe, and presented to a high standard for members of the public and service users. Key Responsibilities Carry out general grounds maintenance including grass cutting, hedge trimming, weeding, and pruning Maintain cleanliness and presentation of cemetery and landscaped areas Support planting schemes and seasonal horticultural work Operate and maintain gardening tools and machinery safely Ensure all work is completed in line with health and safety procedures Assist with waste removal and general site tidiness Report any hazards, damage, or maintenance issues promptly Work effectively as part of a team and support wider service delivery What We Are Looking For Previous experience in gardening, horticulture, or grounds maintenance Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions Basic knowledge of health and safety practices in a grounds maintenance environment Ability to work independently and as part of a team Reliable, punctual, and physically fit for manual work A positive and practical approach to work How to Apply Candidates will be shortlisted based on CV review. Email: (url removed) Telephone: (phone number removed)
Jun 11, 2026
Contractor
Job Type: Gardener Facilities Management and Building Services Location: Darlington, County Durham Job Type: Temporary Positions Available: 2 Hours: 37 hours per week Pay Rate: £13.47 per hour Dress Code: Safety boots, hi-vis jacket, and wet weather gear Selection Method: Review - CV required Start Date: 15 June 2026- End Date: 3 July 2026 Start Time: 07:30 - End Time: 15:30 Working Pattern: Monday to Friday (occasional weekend work may be required) About the Role We are seeking two reliable and hardworking Gardeners to join the Horticulture Team within Facilities Management and Building Services. This is a temporary Band 4 role based at West Cemetery, supporting the upkeep and maintenance of landscaped and cemetery grounds in Darlington. The successful candidates will play an important role in ensuring outdoor areas are well maintained, safe, and presented to a high standard for members of the public and service users. Key Responsibilities Carry out general grounds maintenance including grass cutting, hedge trimming, weeding, and pruning Maintain cleanliness and presentation of cemetery and landscaped areas Support planting schemes and seasonal horticultural work Operate and maintain gardening tools and machinery safely Ensure all work is completed in line with health and safety procedures Assist with waste removal and general site tidiness Report any hazards, damage, or maintenance issues promptly Work effectively as part of a team and support wider service delivery What We Are Looking For Previous experience in gardening, horticulture, or grounds maintenance Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions Basic knowledge of health and safety practices in a grounds maintenance environment Ability to work independently and as part of a team Reliable, punctual, and physically fit for manual work A positive and practical approach to work How to Apply Candidates will be shortlisted based on CV review. Email: (url removed) Telephone: (phone number removed)
Our client is a well established company offering Japanese Knotweed treatment to various commercial and residential sites, they are seeing an experienced Gardener with the PA1 and PA6 to become a Japanese Knotweed Technician and get supported to become certified, working on sites across London. As the successful candidate you will be an organised and responsible individual with attention to detail. You will be responsible for treating Japanese knotweed using a variety of treatment methods of which you will receive full training. Your daily tasks will include carrying out scheduled treatments on a daily basis during the treatment season and other work on an ad-hoc basis. You will be required to adhere to Health and Safety guidelines / regulations. Client service and satisfaction levels are to be professionally maintained at all times whilst on the property or sites. As the ideal candidate you will be a driver, a reliable individual who enjoys hands-on work and driving to various locations. No prior experience? No problem they provide full training! Role & Responsibilities Treatment of Japanese Knotweed using approved treatment methods and chemicals. Following Japanese Knotweed management plans to ensure correct process is followed to prevent the spread of Japanese Knotweed, adhering to the Property Care Association s code of practice at all times. Completion of client records after each treatment to maintain company records. Ensuring biosecurity is well maintained on site to prevent the spread of Japanese Knotweed, including the disposal of waste. Upkeep of the van allocated to you. Keeping it clean and presentable. Fuel card to be used when filling up for the applicable journey site to site. Your role will involve the use of potentially harmful chemicals. Full PPE will be provided to you to ensure you are protected at all times. It is your responsibility to inform us if you need fresh equipment, and to ensure that you protect yourself at all times whilst on site. Supplied iPad to be used on site is your responsibility and to be secure at all times. Training and qualifications In order to work independently on site, you will be required to complete the following qualifications at a minimum: -Full clean UK driving -Licence PA1 & PA6 Safe Use of Pesticides & Handheld Applicator (Theory & Practical Exam)
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
Our client is a well established company offering Japanese Knotweed treatment to various commercial and residential sites, they are seeing an experienced Gardener with the PA1 and PA6 to become a Japanese Knotweed Technician and get supported to become certified, working on sites across London. As the successful candidate you will be an organised and responsible individual with attention to detail. You will be responsible for treating Japanese knotweed using a variety of treatment methods of which you will receive full training. Your daily tasks will include carrying out scheduled treatments on a daily basis during the treatment season and other work on an ad-hoc basis. You will be required to adhere to Health and Safety guidelines / regulations. Client service and satisfaction levels are to be professionally maintained at all times whilst on the property or sites. As the ideal candidate you will be a driver, a reliable individual who enjoys hands-on work and driving to various locations. No prior experience? No problem they provide full training! Role & Responsibilities Treatment of Japanese Knotweed using approved treatment methods and chemicals. Following Japanese Knotweed management plans to ensure correct process is followed to prevent the spread of Japanese Knotweed, adhering to the Property Care Association s code of practice at all times. Completion of client records after each treatment to maintain company records. Ensuring biosecurity is well maintained on site to prevent the spread of Japanese Knotweed, including the disposal of waste. Upkeep of the van allocated to you. Keeping it clean and presentable. Fuel card to be used when filling up for the applicable journey site to site. Your role will involve the use of potentially harmful chemicals. Full PPE will be provided to you to ensure you are protected at all times. It is your responsibility to inform us if you need fresh equipment, and to ensure that you protect yourself at all times whilst on site. Supplied iPad to be used on site is your responsibility and to be secure at all times. Training and qualifications In order to work independently on site, you will be required to complete the following qualifications at a minimum: -Full clean UK driving -Licence PA1 & PA6 Safe Use of Pesticides & Handheld Applicator (Theory & Practical Exam)
Yard Operative M44 Hours: Monday to Thursday 7:30am 4:00pm, Friday 7:30am 3:00pm. Saturday overtime available 8:00am 1:00pm. Pay: £12.71 per hour, overtime paid at x1.5. Temporary role with the potential to become permanent. We are recruiting for a Yard Operative to join a family-run wholesale plant specialist based at a 40-acre site in Manchester, with easy access to the region s major road networks. Established in 1964, the business has grown to become one of the leading wholesale plant suppliers to landscapers, professional gardeners and garden designers. This is a hands-on outdoor role suited to someone who enjoys physical work, working as part of a team, and being outside in all weather conditions. Key Responsibilities: Picking and packing plants, shrubs, and trees Unloading large transit vehicles arriving from Europe with full supplier deliveries Planting, digging, and supporting general nursery and yard duties Assisting with stock handling and vehicle loading when required Working efficiently outdoors in all weather conditions, including wind, rain, cold, and heat Supporting the wider team to keep the yard organised, stocked, and running smoothly About You: Comfortable with physically demanding outdoor work in all weather conditions Reliable, hardworking, and able to work well as part of a team Experience in yard, landscaping, or similar outdoor work Forklift truck experience would be helpful, but is not essential A positive attitude and willingness to support different tasks across the site What We Offer: The chance to join an established, family-run business with a strong reputation in the industry A varied, hands-on role working across a busy 40-acre wholesale plant site Supportive and knowledgeable team environment with potential for a permanent opportunity How to Apply: Please follow the application instructions and submit your CV to be considered for this position. Our clients and their customers come from diverse backgrounds and so do we. We hire our people from various walks of life, each of whom make our company stronger with their talent, uniqueness, and expertise. This is what makes our company special; if you want to help us grow and take this ethos to our clients, then we cannot wait to collaborate with you! The UK has now left the European Union. Any EU, EEA or Swiss citizens living in the UK that wish to remain in the UK post Brexit need to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme. Although the closing date for applications was 30th Jun 2021, if you have not yet applied but believe that you would qualify under the EU Settlement Scheme, the Home Office have confirmed that they will consider late applications. For further information please see (url removed)> Many Thanks
Jun 11, 2026
Seasonal
Yard Operative M44 Hours: Monday to Thursday 7:30am 4:00pm, Friday 7:30am 3:00pm. Saturday overtime available 8:00am 1:00pm. Pay: £12.71 per hour, overtime paid at x1.5. Temporary role with the potential to become permanent. We are recruiting for a Yard Operative to join a family-run wholesale plant specialist based at a 40-acre site in Manchester, with easy access to the region s major road networks. Established in 1964, the business has grown to become one of the leading wholesale plant suppliers to landscapers, professional gardeners and garden designers. This is a hands-on outdoor role suited to someone who enjoys physical work, working as part of a team, and being outside in all weather conditions. Key Responsibilities: Picking and packing plants, shrubs, and trees Unloading large transit vehicles arriving from Europe with full supplier deliveries Planting, digging, and supporting general nursery and yard duties Assisting with stock handling and vehicle loading when required Working efficiently outdoors in all weather conditions, including wind, rain, cold, and heat Supporting the wider team to keep the yard organised, stocked, and running smoothly About You: Comfortable with physically demanding outdoor work in all weather conditions Reliable, hardworking, and able to work well as part of a team Experience in yard, landscaping, or similar outdoor work Forklift truck experience would be helpful, but is not essential A positive attitude and willingness to support different tasks across the site What We Offer: The chance to join an established, family-run business with a strong reputation in the industry A varied, hands-on role working across a busy 40-acre wholesale plant site Supportive and knowledgeable team environment with potential for a permanent opportunity How to Apply: Please follow the application instructions and submit your CV to be considered for this position. Our clients and their customers come from diverse backgrounds and so do we. We hire our people from various walks of life, each of whom make our company stronger with their talent, uniqueness, and expertise. This is what makes our company special; if you want to help us grow and take this ethos to our clients, then we cannot wait to collaborate with you! The UK has now left the European Union. Any EU, EEA or Swiss citizens living in the UK that wish to remain in the UK post Brexit need to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme. Although the closing date for applications was 30th Jun 2021, if you have not yet applied but believe that you would qualify under the EU Settlement Scheme, the Home Office have confirmed that they will consider late applications. For further information please see (url removed)> Many Thanks
JOB DESCRIPTION About the Role We have an opportunity for an Estate Assistant to join our team on a permanent, full-time basis covering our sites in Brixton and the surrounding area. You will be responsible for providing a high-quality grounds maintenance, gardening and cleaning service, ensuring compliance with agreed standards, specifications, and timescales. This will include cleaning internal communal areas and keeping external spaces well maintained. You will be expected to represent Guinness on site, building positive relationships with customers, contractors, and colleagues to provide access, report any responsive repairs, fly tipping, graffiti, and safeguarding alerts. What we are looking for We are a customer-focussed organisation, so we know that how we do things is just as important as what we do. You will not only be an experienced Estate Assistant with a background in cleaning and grounds maintenance, but you will also bring confident customer service skills with a positive and helpful approach to supporting residents and the wider Guinness team. You will be able to demonstrate these essential skills: Proven professional experience of delivering grounds maintenance across a variety of sites and garden types. Experience and knowledge of lawn, shrub, and plant care. Proven experience of achieving high levels of customer satisfaction. Ability to carry out physical tasks within Health & Safety guidelines. Ability to work effectively within a team and without high levels of supervision. Able to demonstrate Guinness Behaviours. Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, including COSHH and PPE. Full manual UK driving license. If you are interested in finding out more about the key responsibilities of the role and/or to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached role profile. TGPCVL
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
JOB DESCRIPTION About the Role We have an opportunity for an Estate Assistant to join our team on a permanent, full-time basis covering our sites in Brixton and the surrounding area. You will be responsible for providing a high-quality grounds maintenance, gardening and cleaning service, ensuring compliance with agreed standards, specifications, and timescales. This will include cleaning internal communal areas and keeping external spaces well maintained. You will be expected to represent Guinness on site, building positive relationships with customers, contractors, and colleagues to provide access, report any responsive repairs, fly tipping, graffiti, and safeguarding alerts. What we are looking for We are a customer-focussed organisation, so we know that how we do things is just as important as what we do. You will not only be an experienced Estate Assistant with a background in cleaning and grounds maintenance, but you will also bring confident customer service skills with a positive and helpful approach to supporting residents and the wider Guinness team. You will be able to demonstrate these essential skills: Proven professional experience of delivering grounds maintenance across a variety of sites and garden types. Experience and knowledge of lawn, shrub, and plant care. Proven experience of achieving high levels of customer satisfaction. Ability to carry out physical tasks within Health & Safety guidelines. Ability to work effectively within a team and without high levels of supervision. Able to demonstrate Guinness Behaviours. Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, including COSHH and PPE. Full manual UK driving license. If you are interested in finding out more about the key responsibilities of the role and/or to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached role profile. TGPCVL
We are currently looking for a Gardener. You will be working in Saffron Walden. This role requires a full UK Driving license Monday - Friday 35 hours per week Temp Contract - Ongoing Pay rate - 13.69ph paye Job Purpose Grass Cutting Hedge Trimming Litter Picking Edging and Spraying Following Health & Safety policies Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer. To discuss this vacancy, please apply to the job with your updated CV
Jun 11, 2026
Seasonal
We are currently looking for a Gardener. You will be working in Saffron Walden. This role requires a full UK Driving license Monday - Friday 35 hours per week Temp Contract - Ongoing Pay rate - 13.69ph paye Job Purpose Grass Cutting Hedge Trimming Litter Picking Edging and Spraying Following Health & Safety policies Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer. To discuss this vacancy, please apply to the job with your updated CV
Head Gardener London External Grounds Maintenance are a professional and highly experienced horticultural business, delivering and maintaining high end landscape projects across London to both commercial and private clients. We have an exciting opportunity for a Head Gardener to join the business covering some prestigious sites across London. You must have team leadership experience in the industry with knowledge of best horticultural practices for landscape maintenance operations. We are looking for someone with ambition, attention to detail and a passion for horticulture. Good personal organisation, ability to work in a team and prioritise workloads is very important. The Role: Head Gardener role, taking responsibility for delivering a high level of presentation on our projects. Work as part of a team to ensure client satisfaction and meet the criteria of the contracts. To implement good horticultural practices to enhance the current landscape. Ensure the Health and Safety of the site and all its operations, following company policies and procedures. Hands on maintaining residential and commercial landscapes. Proactive approach in working with our Contracts Manager and clients. Skills This is a hands-on role and will require a candidate with strong horticultural experience. Attributes required: Full driving licence (essential). Experience in landscape maintenance as a team leader (essential). Relevant industry qualification (desired). Enthusiastic, practical, and driven to succeed. A team player. Good organisational skills. Good communication skills. Pay: £28,000 £32,000 per annum DOE Hours: 7:30am 4:30pm, Monday Friday (occasional Saturday work may be required) Position: Full-Time Contract Type: Permanent CPD Training: Ongoing Apply now with an up-to-date CV.
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
Head Gardener London External Grounds Maintenance are a professional and highly experienced horticultural business, delivering and maintaining high end landscape projects across London to both commercial and private clients. We have an exciting opportunity for a Head Gardener to join the business covering some prestigious sites across London. You must have team leadership experience in the industry with knowledge of best horticultural practices for landscape maintenance operations. We are looking for someone with ambition, attention to detail and a passion for horticulture. Good personal organisation, ability to work in a team and prioritise workloads is very important. The Role: Head Gardener role, taking responsibility for delivering a high level of presentation on our projects. Work as part of a team to ensure client satisfaction and meet the criteria of the contracts. To implement good horticultural practices to enhance the current landscape. Ensure the Health and Safety of the site and all its operations, following company policies and procedures. Hands on maintaining residential and commercial landscapes. Proactive approach in working with our Contracts Manager and clients. Skills This is a hands-on role and will require a candidate with strong horticultural experience. Attributes required: Full driving licence (essential). Experience in landscape maintenance as a team leader (essential). Relevant industry qualification (desired). Enthusiastic, practical, and driven to succeed. A team player. Good organisational skills. Good communication skills. Pay: £28,000 £32,000 per annum DOE Hours: 7:30am 4:30pm, Monday Friday (occasional Saturday work may be required) Position: Full-Time Contract Type: Permanent CPD Training: Ongoing Apply now with an up-to-date CV.
Gardener Location: Godalming,Surrey Salary : £26,450 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, full time all-year round role Close Date: Friday 26 June 2026 To undertake the day-to-day maintenance of gardens and amenity areas, in line with the maintenance plan and to ensure high standards are achieved. Our stunning grounds covering 250 acres includes ornamental lawns, sports pitches, mixed shrub and herbaceous borders, walled old headmasters garden, formal David Austin rose garden and plant nursery all surrounded by beautiful woodland. The gardening department grow most of the plants found around the site from seeds and cuttings collected from the grounds in a purpose-built plant nursery comprising of 6 glasshouses and a large tropical greenhouse. This facility offers the chance to get involved with the whole plant propagation process and seeing 8 the plants develop to reaching full maturity out on site. As well as growing our own plants we also offer plants for sale to the whole Charterhouse community. The old headmasters garden features a large herbaceous border planted in the style of the local famous garden designer Gertrude Jekyll as well as a summer house designed by Edwin Lutyens famous for designing the Cenotaph war memorial in London. There also 2 large historical borders planted in cottage garden style made famous by the practical gardener and journalist William Robinson. Overall Purpose and Responsibilities To undertake routine preparation and maintenance of gardens and amenity areas, using sound horticultural practices to ensure the grounds and highly presentable at all times. To undertake a wide range of manual horticultural operations, of a physical nature, to include plant selection, propagation, cultivation, planting and nursery work. To operate a range of modern turf machinery, ensuring vehicles and equipment used by yourself and others are regularly maintained, in accordance with routine operating requirements. To operate a range of powered hand tools such as strimmers, hedge cutters and lawn mowers. To safely move material and plants around the estate. To undertake a range of horticultural operations such as spreading of fertilisers (granular or liquid) and weed control. To maintain hedges around the estate. In autumn/winter ensure leaves are cleared and disposed of. To clear snow and apply salt in icy conditions during the winter months. To undertake a range of tree and woodland maintenance operations. To maintain and repair boundary and internal fencing as and when required. General Duties To be able to communicate effectively with school management, pupils and general public with tact, diplomacy and patience. To inform the line manager when products and materials are low for ordering. To be able to work in a team or on your own depending on the tasks in hand. Additional Duties To demonstrate awareness of health and safety for the individual and all others, and to have a sound knowledge of appropriate PUWER and LOLER procedures. To ensure the safe use, storage, calibration and disposal of pesticides and other similar substances (COSHH regulations). To ensure work area is kept clean, tidy and secure at all times. To maintain an accurate log of HAV s usage. To carry out machinery risk assessment as per procedures in place (e.g. chainsaw risk assessment). To keep up to date knowledge of Health & Safety legislation. To attend any mandatory training as and when required. Relevant Experience/Knowledge & Technical Competencies Essential: A can-do attitude and a readiness to work. Desirable: Previous experience of working in a commercial gardening capacity. Hold a recognised qualification. Basic Health and Safety training. Previous experience of working within a school or college. Previous experience of working in a horticultural environment. Some knowledge and a genuine interest in herbaceous plants, shrubs, basic pruning techniques, and the ability to identify weeds. Qualifications Desirable: Qualifications and/or training in the use of powered machinery, COSHH, manual handling although training can be given in these areas if required. Spraying qualification Pa1 and Pa6. Good standard of education, numeracy and literacy. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the Charterhouse School, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
Gardener Location: Godalming,Surrey Salary : £26,450 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, full time all-year round role Close Date: Friday 26 June 2026 To undertake the day-to-day maintenance of gardens and amenity areas, in line with the maintenance plan and to ensure high standards are achieved. Our stunning grounds covering 250 acres includes ornamental lawns, sports pitches, mixed shrub and herbaceous borders, walled old headmasters garden, formal David Austin rose garden and plant nursery all surrounded by beautiful woodland. The gardening department grow most of the plants found around the site from seeds and cuttings collected from the grounds in a purpose-built plant nursery comprising of 6 glasshouses and a large tropical greenhouse. This facility offers the chance to get involved with the whole plant propagation process and seeing 8 the plants develop to reaching full maturity out on site. As well as growing our own plants we also offer plants for sale to the whole Charterhouse community. The old headmasters garden features a large herbaceous border planted in the style of the local famous garden designer Gertrude Jekyll as well as a summer house designed by Edwin Lutyens famous for designing the Cenotaph war memorial in London. There also 2 large historical borders planted in cottage garden style made famous by the practical gardener and journalist William Robinson. Overall Purpose and Responsibilities To undertake routine preparation and maintenance of gardens and amenity areas, using sound horticultural practices to ensure the grounds and highly presentable at all times. To undertake a wide range of manual horticultural operations, of a physical nature, to include plant selection, propagation, cultivation, planting and nursery work. To operate a range of modern turf machinery, ensuring vehicles and equipment used by yourself and others are regularly maintained, in accordance with routine operating requirements. To operate a range of powered hand tools such as strimmers, hedge cutters and lawn mowers. To safely move material and plants around the estate. To undertake a range of horticultural operations such as spreading of fertilisers (granular or liquid) and weed control. To maintain hedges around the estate. In autumn/winter ensure leaves are cleared and disposed of. To clear snow and apply salt in icy conditions during the winter months. To undertake a range of tree and woodland maintenance operations. To maintain and repair boundary and internal fencing as and when required. General Duties To be able to communicate effectively with school management, pupils and general public with tact, diplomacy and patience. To inform the line manager when products and materials are low for ordering. To be able to work in a team or on your own depending on the tasks in hand. Additional Duties To demonstrate awareness of health and safety for the individual and all others, and to have a sound knowledge of appropriate PUWER and LOLER procedures. To ensure the safe use, storage, calibration and disposal of pesticides and other similar substances (COSHH regulations). To ensure work area is kept clean, tidy and secure at all times. To maintain an accurate log of HAV s usage. To carry out machinery risk assessment as per procedures in place (e.g. chainsaw risk assessment). To keep up to date knowledge of Health & Safety legislation. To attend any mandatory training as and when required. Relevant Experience/Knowledge & Technical Competencies Essential: A can-do attitude and a readiness to work. Desirable: Previous experience of working in a commercial gardening capacity. Hold a recognised qualification. Basic Health and Safety training. Previous experience of working within a school or college. Previous experience of working in a horticultural environment. Some knowledge and a genuine interest in herbaceous plants, shrubs, basic pruning techniques, and the ability to identify weeds. Qualifications Desirable: Qualifications and/or training in the use of powered machinery, COSHH, manual handling although training can be given in these areas if required. Spraying qualification Pa1 and Pa6. Good standard of education, numeracy and literacy. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the Charterhouse School, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.
Allotment Co-ordinator/Skilled Gardener Location: Kensington Gardens Hourly Rate: £16.24 Contract: Permanent, Full-time Working Hours: Monday-Friday, 07:00-15:30, 39 hours per week The Royal Parks is a charity created in March 2017. We manage over 5,000 acres of diverse parkland, rare habitats and historic buildings and monuments in eight Royal Parks across London click apply for full job details
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
Allotment Co-ordinator/Skilled Gardener Location: Kensington Gardens Hourly Rate: £16.24 Contract: Permanent, Full-time Working Hours: Monday-Friday, 07:00-15:30, 39 hours per week The Royal Parks is a charity created in March 2017. We manage over 5,000 acres of diverse parkland, rare habitats and historic buildings and monuments in eight Royal Parks across London click apply for full job details
Are you highly organised, detail-driven, and passionate about horticulture? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a long-established and respected seed business, supporting buying and product decisions at the heart of the company. Working closely with the Horticultural Director, you'll play a key role in sourcing products, supporting seasonal planning, and helping bring new varieties to market. About You Highly organised with strong attention to detail Confident communicator with a methodical, structured approach Strong IT skills, including Excel and database systems Able to prioritise workload, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing demands Passion for horticulture and gardening Additionally, you will have: Horticultural knowledge and and a background in seed or plant production A confident telephone manner and ability to support customer queries Strong writing skills for product or catalogue content Ability to work independently when required Full, clean driving licence and willingness to travel occasionally Experience in buying or procurement is beneficial, but not essential if you bring the right attitude and willingness to learn. The Role As Buyer, you'll support the Horticultural Director in sourcing seeds and horticultural products from global suppliers, ensuring smooth procurement and alignment with seasonal and commercial plans. You will: Assist with sourcing seeds and horticultural products Prepare reports to support forecasting and supplier negotiations Place and track purchase orders to ensure timely delivery Monitor shipments and manage required documentation (including APHA) Coordinate logistics with carriers and customs agents Track stock levels and support inventory accuracy Contribute to seasonal planning, product selection, and forecasting Support catalogue and website content with product information Attend UK and European trials to build product and supplier knowledge Assist with ad hoc duties across the team This is a varied, hands-on role offering exposure to buying, supply chain, and product development within a collaborative team environment. About the Business Our client supplys high-quality seeds to gardeners, retailers, and commercial growers. With a strong reputation for quality, in-house testing, and excellent customer service, the business has built long-standing relationships across the industry. You'll be joining a small, passionate team that values collaboration, respect, and a positive working environment. What's On Offer? Competitive salary 22 days holiday plus bank holidays Pension scheme Death in Service benefit (2.5 annual salary) What's Next? For a chat, please call me, Rae, on , email , or send me a message on LinkedIn if you think you tick the majority of boxes for this role. RG21392
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
Are you highly organised, detail-driven, and passionate about horticulture? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a long-established and respected seed business, supporting buying and product decisions at the heart of the company. Working closely with the Horticultural Director, you'll play a key role in sourcing products, supporting seasonal planning, and helping bring new varieties to market. About You Highly organised with strong attention to detail Confident communicator with a methodical, structured approach Strong IT skills, including Excel and database systems Able to prioritise workload, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing demands Passion for horticulture and gardening Additionally, you will have: Horticultural knowledge and and a background in seed or plant production A confident telephone manner and ability to support customer queries Strong writing skills for product or catalogue content Ability to work independently when required Full, clean driving licence and willingness to travel occasionally Experience in buying or procurement is beneficial, but not essential if you bring the right attitude and willingness to learn. The Role As Buyer, you'll support the Horticultural Director in sourcing seeds and horticultural products from global suppliers, ensuring smooth procurement and alignment with seasonal and commercial plans. You will: Assist with sourcing seeds and horticultural products Prepare reports to support forecasting and supplier negotiations Place and track purchase orders to ensure timely delivery Monitor shipments and manage required documentation (including APHA) Coordinate logistics with carriers and customs agents Track stock levels and support inventory accuracy Contribute to seasonal planning, product selection, and forecasting Support catalogue and website content with product information Attend UK and European trials to build product and supplier knowledge Assist with ad hoc duties across the team This is a varied, hands-on role offering exposure to buying, supply chain, and product development within a collaborative team environment. About the Business Our client supplys high-quality seeds to gardeners, retailers, and commercial growers. With a strong reputation for quality, in-house testing, and excellent customer service, the business has built long-standing relationships across the industry. You'll be joining a small, passionate team that values collaboration, respect, and a positive working environment. What's On Offer? Competitive salary 22 days holiday plus bank holidays Pension scheme Death in Service benefit (2.5 annual salary) What's Next? For a chat, please call me, Rae, on , email , or send me a message on LinkedIn if you think you tick the majority of boxes for this role. RG21392