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