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Barnsley Park Estate

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Job Vacancy

Gardener

We are seeking an enthusiastic Gardener. 

You will be joining a small team assisting the Head Gardener maintaining and developing the formal gardens/grounds and other areas of the estate.

Duties would include:

  • Seasonal care of the formal gardens, including the Walled Garden, Glasshouse, Orangery, formal lawns and borders

  • Garden project/restoration work

  • General garden/business unit/let estate maintenance, including mowing, weeding, strimming, hedge trimming, leaf collection, mulching and pruning

  • Dealing with seasonal changes

  • Maintaining walkways, verges and driveways

  • Assisting other members of the outdoor team on the estate

  • Occasionally helping out with duties other than gardening

  • Use and maintenance of garden machinery


The ideal candidate:  

  • Horticultural experience, RHS Level 2, or willingness to learn

  • Self-motivated, interest in gardens and horticulture

  • Organised, with excellent time management

  • Enthusiastic, friendly and a team player

  • Experience with garden machinery and tools

  • Assist with garden projects      

  • Work in a clean and tidy way      

  • References, full clean driving licence

 

Please email your CV and covering letter.


Salary: Depending on Experience, Live out position
Hours Per Week: Full-time, 5 days a week

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We are seeking an enthusiastic Gardener to join our small team, working alongside the Head Gardener to help maintain and further develop the formal gardens, grounds, and wider estate

on a beautiful private country estate.

 

Duties would include:

 

  • Seasonal care of the formal gardens, including the Walled Garden, Glasshouse, Orangery, formal lawns, and borders

  • Supporting garden development projects and restoration work

  • General estate and garden maintenance, such as mowing, weeding, strimming, hedge trimming, leaf collection, mulching, and pruning

  • Adapting to seasonal requirements and maintaining high standards year-round

  • Keeping walkways, verges, and driveways tidy and well-presented

  • Assisting other members of the estate’s outdoor team when required

  • Occasionally helping with duties outside of gardening

  • Safe use and routine maintenance of garden machinery

 

The Ideal Candidate:

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  • Previous horticultural experience (RHS Level 2 qualification desirable, or willingness to train and learn)

  • A genuine interest in gardens, plants, and horticulture

  • Self-motivated, organised, and able to manage time effectively

  • Enthusiastic, friendly, and a good team player​

  • Confident in using and maintaining garden machinery and tools

  • Able to contribute to projects and maintain a tidy, well-ordered working environment

  • ​​Holds a full, clean driving licence and can provide references

 

Benefits of the Role:

 

  • Work in stunning surroundings on a historic private estate

  • Learn and develop skills alongside an experienced Head Gardener

  • Be part of a supportive, close-knit team with a shared passion for horticulture

  • Opportunity to contribute to exciting garden projects and restoration work

 

Role Details:

 

  • Salary: Dependent on experience

  • Contract: Full-time, 5 days per week

  • Accommodation: Live-out position

  • Location: Private estate near Cirencester, Gloucestershire

  • Application: Please send your CV and covering letter

 

 

If you do not hear from us within 14 days of your application, you have been unsuccessful for this vacancy.

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 Gardener

 

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