Summary
**Important notice**
In line with our redeployment policy, we’ll prioritise applications from employees who are under formal notice of redundancy.
As Assistant Gardener, you’ll be working with a passionate and enthusiastic team to deliver the day-to-day care of the historic 1800's Fox family garden which is set within a valley providing a unique climate. You will help maintain high presentation standards. This role will include a range of practical tasks to develop, improve and look after the garden and contribute to the delivery of projects.
Salary: £24,862.50 per annum/ £12.75 per hour
Contract: Fixed Term Contract until 29-May-2026
Hours/ working pattern: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
For this role, you’ll need to complete our online assessment instead of using a C.V. or online application form. This will help us understand more about your strengths and give you more information on the role.
What it's like to work here
In this role, you’ll report to the Assistant Head Gardener. The Gardens team includes A Head Gardener, Assistant Head Gardener, Senior Garden and two gardeners.
What you'll be doing
Daily responsibilities may include assisting with the planting and maintaining of shrub and borders, mulching, hedge cutting, strimming and lawn mowing. You’ll work alongside gardeners and a team of volunteers. You’ll be engaging with the public during your worktime. We’re looking for someone with a practical approach to work, getting the day-to-day work done and an interest in a unique collection of plants that are crucial to Glendurgan's diverse plants appeal. The role can sometimes be physically challenging with rough terrain, working in all weather, steep sections to manage, we use a wide range of machinery and equipment to help us get our work done which is mainly electrical. The use of machinery such as a small tractor with trailer, hedge trimmers, strimmers and pedestrian mowers is essential, but training will be provided.
You can view the full role profile for this role in the document attached. You don't need to have all of the knowledge, skills and experience listed in the role profile; this is just to provide a full picture of what’s possible in this role.
Who we're looking for
We'd love to hear from you if you're:
•comfortable working in a flexible and adaptable way
•a team player, but also happy to work on your own initiative
•focused on giving great service to everyone you meet
•willing to learn new skills
•focused on detail
•well organised approach
The package
The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.
1. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary
2. Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
3. Tax free childcare scheme
4. Rental deposit loan scheme
5. Season ticket loan
6. Perks at work discounts i.e. gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
7. Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria
8. Flexible working whenever possible
9. Employee assistance programme
10. Free parking at most locations
11. Independent financial advice
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