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- Near Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire
- 35,000 to 38,000 Pro Rata (21,000 to 23,000 actual salary)
- Tuesday, Thursday & Friday (negotiable)
- 8am to 5pm, with two 30-minute breaks
The Burford Recruitment Company is delighted to be supporting a beautiful private estate near Chipping Norton in the search for an experienced and knowledgeable part-time Gardener to join their long-standing and dedicated team.
Set within 12 acres, the gardens are a wonderful mix of formal and productive areas, including a kitchen garden, potting shed, compost area, mixed borders, a water garden, pond and lake, wildflower meadows, fruit trees, and more.
Responsibilities
- Day-to-day maintenance of the gardens across the estate
- Mowing lawns and managing edges to a high standard
- Trimming and shaping hedges, shrubs, and small trees
- Regular weeding and mulching of borders and beds
- Planting and maintaining a variety of flowers, shrubs, and seasonal displays
- Assisting with the care of the productive kitchen garden, including fruit and vegetable planting and harvesting
- Supporting the upkeep of the potting shed, compost area, and wildflower areas
- Helping to maintain the water garden, lake, and pond
- Contributing to the general upkeep and presentation of the grounds throughout the seasons
Candidate Requirements
- Previous gardening experience within a private estate
- Strong plant knowledge and practical gardening skills
- A horticultural qualification would be an advantage, but not essential
- A proactive, reliable, and team-oriented approach
