Casual Gardener - Goodwood Art Foundation

West Sussex; Chichester; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

The Casual Gardener role at Goodwood Art Foundation, set within the Goodwood Estate, supports day‑to‑day care of diverse landscapes and art‑inspired gardens, contributing to a biodiverse environment that fosters learning and wellbeing.

You will carry out mowing, planting, watering, and general upkeep alongside a friendly Gardens team, with opportunities to grow practical skills and play a part in a new not‑for‑profit foundation.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Job description

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Casual Gardener - Goodwood Art Foundation

Salary £12.21 to £12.71 per hour dependant on age - plus holiday uplift

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

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