Applications from redeployees are assessed against the minimum criteria for the role. In your application, please provide details of how you meet the minimum criteria below: knowledge of practical horticulture and plant care ability to contribute to teamwork and volunteer support understanding of machinery use and safety compliance experience in work programme and project support confidence in communication and public engagement Criteria for all other applicants: an enthusiastic horticulturist and hands-on gardener, who’s worked with hard landscaping before knowledgeable about plants, with a great eye for detail. experienced with machinery, including tractors, chainsaws, rotary and cylinder mowers, and with some knowledge of maintenance a driver with a full licence able to manage a demanding outdoor role good at talking to, and getting on with, all kinds of people equally confident working within a team, with volunteers or on your own able to keep to time, plan and meet deadlines GardenerAtmospheric Ham House is situated on the banks of the River Thames. This 17th century country home has a varied visitor experience, a productive kitchen garden, outdoor events, workshops, and family-friendly activities. We’re looking for someone with a practical approach to work, with sustainability and environmental sensitivity at the heart. The role is physically challenging, and we use a wide range of machinery and equipment to help us get our work done. The use of machinery such as hedge cutters, trimmers, pedestrian and ride on mowers, is essential, but training will be provided. You need a full driving licence and to be prepared to work in all weathers. Tractor and chainsaw accreditations are a bonus, but are not essential. The garden team consists of a Head Gardener, two Gardeners and a part time Assistant Gardener. Our working hours are 7.30am-4pm Monday to Thursday, and 7.30am-1pm on Fridays.Your responsibilities will include hedge cutting and lawn mowing (ride on and pedestrian mowers), maintaining mixed borders, gravel paths, and managing garden waste using our composting facilities. You will manage groups of volunteers and ensure that work is undertaken safely. You’ll talk to the visitors, answering a variety of garden-related questions. Other duties may include propagation, cut flower production, harvesting produce, tree safety work, ensuring health and safety compliance, topiary maintenance, involvement in events and filming projects and some admin duties. 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.• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)• Rental deposit loan scheme• Season ticket loan• EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria)• Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.• Flexible working whenever possible• Employee assistance programme• Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you. Closing Date: 15 February 2026 To apply for this vacancy simply click the 'apply' button in the top right hand side of the page.If you need any help with your application, i.e. due to technical difficulties, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at recruitmentenquiries@nationaltrust.org.ukIf you require an adjustment to the application process, for example due to disability or medical condition, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at adjustments@nationaltrustjobs.org.uk and we'll support you as best as we can. For examples of how, please see our supporting you page.Equal Opportunities Statement The National Trust celebrates diversity and is committed to creating a fair and equal society, free from discrimination. You can read more about our commitment to inclusion and diversity here. Safeguarding Statement The National Trust is committed to a safe recruitment processes to help the organisation attract and appoint the right staff/volunteer for the role and responsibilities as set out in the vacancy advert. We will not accept applicants who are not suitable to work with children, young people or adults at risk. If you have any questions around your suitability for this vacancy, please contact the people service centre. Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early and therefore we encourage you to apply for this position early. 170561IRC170561Richmond-upon-ThamesPermanent f/t (37.5 hrs pw)Ends: Feb 15th 71.3 mi from Bury Saint Edmunds IP28, UKImportant notice In line with our redeployment policy, we’ll prioritise applications from National Trust employees who are under formal notice of redundancy. As a Gardener for the National Trust, you’ll be a hands-on member of a small garden team, involved in every aspect of gardening at Ham House and Garden, Ham and Petersham Meadows.Responsible for day-to-day maintenance, and the highest standards of horticulture, you’ll also play a vital role in improving the experience of visitors to the garden and wider estate. You may be asked to work occasional weekends, bank holidays and evenings. You will carry out Duty Management on a rota basis across the site. The advertised salary is inclusive of an Outer London weighting allowance of £3315Ham House, Ham Street, Richmond-upon-Thames, TW10 7RSCompliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK30,108 pa