Gardener

Kingsley Home Care Services; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the care sector is seeking a dedicated Gardener to enhance outdoor spaces across multiple locations. This role is vital in creating safe and therapeutic environments for residents. As part of a supportive team, you will maintain gardens to high standards, ensuring they are attractive and well-kept. Your expertise will contribute to the overall well-being of residents, making a significant impact in their daily lives. Join a passionate family that values its staff and offers opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Gardener is essential for this role.
• Knowledge of local plant life and pests is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop outdoor spaces across care home sites.
• Conduct regular site checks and ensure gardens are tidy.
• Install and maintain seasonal plants and monitor plant health.

Skills

Gardening Experience

Landscaping Design

Knowledge of Regional Plant Life

Knowledge of Local Pests

Health and Safety Regulations

Ability to Lift Heavy Objects

Ability to Remain on Feet

Tools

Garden Equipment

Job description

About the company

Kingsley Healthcare isn't just a care home group, we are a family where our passionate individuals are changing lives every day. Winners of the 2024 Health Investors Residential Elderly Care Provider of the Year, we are ranked – for the eighth year running! - among the top 20 large UK care home groups (carehome.co.uk) for our exceptional care, and proudly support over 1,500 residents to live in a safe, welcoming and nurturing environment.

We are proud to be ranked No.1 in the UK for our commitment to wellbeing at work (Indeed's Better Work Awards 2023) and our sector-leading 4.7 Glassdoor rating, we are also a Real Living Wage employer, ensuring that we reward and value dedication.

We welcome passionate individuals who want to make a difference to our growing family which puts our people and our residents first.

About the role

As a Gardener, you will be responsible for maintaining and developing outdoor spaces across multiple care home sites in and around the Lowestoft area.

Your role is essential in creating safe, attractive, and therapeutic environments that enhance the well-being of residents.

As a valued member of a friendly, close-knit team, you will contribute to the overall well-being of the residents and support the smooth running of the homes.

Reports to: Home Manager/Asset Manager

Key duties and responsibilities

• Maintaining grounds and gardens to a high standard
• Conducting regular site checks
• Installing and maintaining seasonal plants
• Mowing, trimming, edging, and fertilising green spaces
• Pruning trees and bushes; weeding and mulching garden beds
• Operating and maintaining garden equipment (mowers, trimmers, leaf blowers, etc.)
• Monitoring plant health and addressing pest issues
• Ensuring gardens and outdoor areas remain tidy and free of debris

Skills and attributes

• Experience as a Gardener
• Familiarity with landscaping design
• Own transport required
• Extensive knowledge of regional plant life
• Knowledge of local pests and how to eliminate them
• Knowledge of synthetic and natural fertilizers
• Knowledge of state health and safety regulations for landscaping
• The ability to lift heavy objects
• The ability to remain on your feet for long periods of time

What will you gain?

You will have the satisfaction of working with and being supported by an enthusiastic and caring team that puts people at the heart of the business. We know the happiness of our staff improves the service we give our residents. You will have plenty of opportunities to learn and develop your skills, and we have the procedures and processes in place to help you at every step.