GARDENER - NEEDED.
Location: Near Stroud, Gloucestershire (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty)
Employment Type: Full-time, live-out position
Salary: Competitive and negotiable, based on experience
Employer: Private Family
We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Gardener to lead the care and development of a beautifully maintained private estate set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty near Stroud.
About the Role
You will be responsible for managing and maintaining five acres of diverse, well-established gardens, which include:
* A walled kitchen garden
* Orchard
* Glasshouse
* Formal herbaceous borders
* Fine lawns
* Wildflower meadow
* Small woodland
The estate is also surrounded by an additional seven acres of paddocks.
Key Responsibilities
* Daily management of all garden areas
* Plant selection and sourcing
* Maintenance of lawns, borders, and beds
* Tree and hedge care (including chainsaw work)
* Seasonal planning and planting
* Leading garden improvements and long-term development projects
What We’re Looking For
* Qualifications in horticulture (essential)
* Strong plant knowledge and hands-on gardening experience
* Certification for chainsaw use and spraying (required)
* High level of planning and organisational skills
* Ability to work independently and take initiative
* Passion for creating and maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces
Requirements
* Full, clean UK driving licence
* Enhanced DBS check
* Excellent references
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced gardener to take ownership of a special estate in a stunning setting.