Summary As Assistant Gardener, you’ll be working with a team to deliver the day-to-day care of the garden and 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.?
Working pattern: Part-time, 30 hours per week. This role will require weekend and bank holiday working
Duration: Fixed-term for 6 months
Interviews: 13 & 14 November 2024
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 Senior Gardener. The Gardens team includes 7 other Gardeners and 3 Rangers.
What you'll be doing Daily responsibilities may include assisting with the planting and maintaining of shrub and borders, mulching, hedge cutting and lawn mowing. You’ll work alongside gardeners and a team of volunteers. You’ll talk to the public every day, answering a variety of garden-related questions and talking about what you are doing with pride. We’re looking for someone with a practical approach to work, getting the day-to-day work done and an interest in plants. ?The role can sometimes be physically challenging, and we use a wide ra...