Gardener
- Recruiter
- New Hall School Trust
- Location
- Boreham, Chelmsford
- Salary
- £23,558pa - £26,776pa
- Posted
- 24 Aug 2018
- Closes
- 21 Sep 2018
- Sectors
- Agriculture & Outdoor
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
We are seeking a skilled Gardener to join our fantastic Estates team at a leading boarding school. As Head Gardener you will lead the day-to-day development of our stunning Grade 2 listed grounds, covering 70 acres of lush ornamental lawns and herbaceous borders.
Main Duties
- Carrying out a wide range of horticultural tasks including plant selection, propagation, cultivation, planting and nursery work
- Undertaking tree and woodland maintenance operations
- Implementing long term maintenance and improvement plans
- Maintaining the high quality presentation of gardens & amenity areas
- Undertaking minor construction and landscaping work and transporting materials
- Helping to plan and design formal garden areas in keeping with our listed buildings
Required Skills
- Minimum RHS Level 2 Diploma in Horticulture or equivalent
- Excellent communication, IT and management skills
- 5 years industry experience with track record of garden & plant management
The successful gardener will receive great benefits:
- Free parking
- Superb working environment
- 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Pension scheme with contributions (3%)
- Complimentary lunch and break time refreshments
- Free school fitness suite membership
- New Hall Sports Club membership discount
Hours: Monday to Friday 8.00am - 5.00pm with a 1 hour lunch break
Interview Date: Wednesday 3rd October 2018
New Hall is committed to safeguarding pupils. There will be an enhanced DBS check prior to appointment.