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Gardener
£13 per hour - 40 hrs pw inc. some weekends
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Eastcote Park is a stunning Care Village situated in Barston, Eastcote, Solihull.
We are looking for a full-time experienced Gardener (40 hrs pw) to maintain the gardens for the care home and the village gardens. You will need to ensure that the grounds look both welcoming and well-kept throughout the year. Predominantly to work as a gardener however during adverse weather conditions there may be some additional tasks.
A full clean driving licence is required.
Main Responsibilities
Generally, tidy up the garden areas, mowing any grass areas as needed, keeping any outside signs free from leaves, roses etc
Soil cultivation, digging, forking, mulching, watering, raking, weeding, edging, pruning, bed preparation and planting
Keep any shed, outbuildings and areas in which waste is stored in a clean and tidy condition
During winter months, clear snow and grit paths, driveways and any areas to which residents, visitors or staff members may have access to
Tend to any flower beds, hanging baskets etc
Clean signs and lighting outside the home
The use of mowers, strimmer's and leaf blowers as necessary
Assist with any weekly, monthly and annual checks as per the required schedules
Ensure that both the home and grounds are kept to the agreed maintenance standards carrying out numerous gardening duties, whilst requiring a minimum amount of supervision
Key Attributes:
Previous experience of carrying out maintenance and gardening experience.
- Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations
- Full and clean driving license
- Problem Solver
- Understanding of COSHH
- Reasonable access outside working hours
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