Casual Gardener - Goodwood Art Foundation

All Jobs Pro Ltd; Chichester; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Artistic setting

On-site training

Job summary

The Goodwood Art Foundation, set within the Goodwood Estate, is seeking a Casual Gardener to support day-to-day care of our diverse landscapes and gardens. You’ll play a key role in maintaining a biodiverse, art-inspired environment that supports learning and wellbeing.

You will join a friendly Gardens team, contribute to event preparations, and help deliver an exceptional visitor experience while developing your horticultural skills in a unique setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in gardening, plant care, or grounds maintenance.
• Basic horticultural knowledge and willingness to learn.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Positive, proactive and a great team player.
• Bonus if you have PA1/PA6 certificates or ride-on mower/tractor experience.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out general garden and landscape maintenance, including mowing, strimming, weeding, planting, pruning and watering.
• Keeping grounds clean, tidy and safe for visitors and teams.
• Assisting with event preparations and on-site activities.
• Working with the Gardens team to maintain an exceptional visitor experience.

Skills

Gardening experience

Team player

UK driving licence

PA1/PA6 certificates

Job description

Be Part of Something Unique

The Goodwood Art Foundation is a new not‑for‑profit initiative founded by The Duke of Richmond. Set within the beautiful Goodwood Estate, our mission brings together Art, Environment, and Education to inspire and benefit communities locally and globally.

We are looking for a Casual Gardener to support the day‑to‑day care of our diverse landscapes and gardens. You’ll play a key role in maintaining a biodiverse, art‑inspired environment that supports learning and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out general garden and landscape maintenance, including mowing, strimming, weeding, planting, pruning, and watering
• Keeping grounds clean, tidy, and safe for visitors and teams
• Assisting with event preparations and a variety of on‑site activities
• Working collaboratively with the Gardens team to help maintain an exceptional visitor experience

About You

• Experience in gardening, plant care, or grounds maintenance
• Basic horticultural knowledge and a willingness to learn more
• Confident operating garden machinery, with a full UK driving licence
• Positive, proactive, and a great team player
• Bonus if you have PA1/PA6 certificates or experience with ride‑on mowers or tractors

Why Join Us?

• Work in a truly unique setting where nature and creativity come together
• Enjoy a supportive, friendly team environment
• Play a part in shaping a new foundation with purpose and impact
• Opportunities to learn and develop new skills

Ready to Apply?

If the idea of combining your passion for gardening with a meaningful mission that celebrates art, nature, and education excites you, we’d love to hear from you.