Gardener

Abbeyfield; Southampton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to maintain the beautiful grounds of a purpose-built care home. This full-time role involves gardening, property maintenance, and ensuring the safety and well-being of residents. The ideal candidate will possess strong gardening skills, a good understanding of property maintenance, and the ability to communicate effectively. With a commitment to staff development and generous benefits, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to a supportive environment for the elderly.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Generous paid leave

Refer a friend scheme

Life Assurance

Pay progression

Learning and career development

Company pension

Discounted gym membership

Shop and save vouchers

Medical cashback scheme

Qualifications

• Good general knowledge and experience in gardening.
• Good general property maintenance knowledge and skills.

Responsibilities

• Keep the grounds and garden tidy.
• Plan, plant, grow and sow fresh vegetables, fruit and herbs.

Skills

Gardening

Property Maintenance

Communication Skills

Health and Safety Knowledge

Education

General Education

Job description

Speedwell Court is a beautiful, purpose built home that provides an exclusive setting and high quality residential and Dementia care to its elderly residents. Staff are committed to looking after the health and wellbeing of residents. This includes providing a range of activities to get involved with, serving delicious, nutritious meals and providing a high standard of care and support to residents.

This role is based on a full time contract of 40 hours per week (Monday-Friday).

The role:

• To keep the grounds and garden tidy.
• Plan, plant, grow and sow fresh vegetables, fruit and herbs for the home.
• Complete checks and minor maintenance to all specified equipment on a regular basis.
• To contact nominated contractors for repairs and servicing, as agreed with the Manager.
• To undertake routine testing within policy and procedure for water, fire checks and relevant health & safety polices.
• To ensure all relevant documentation is kept up to date and completed.
• Clear snow and spread salt when necessary.
• Report any emergencies to Property Services
• Minor adjustments to windows, doors, restrictors and door closers
• To ensure strict confidentiality in all matters
• Understand and observe all relevant regulations and Abbeyfield policies and procedures.

At Speedwell Court, we are committed to rewarding our staff for their hard work. Our many benefits include:

• Competitive pay, benchmarked annually.
• Generous paid leave, including bank/public holidays
• Unlimited opportunities to earn £500via our 'refer a friend' scheme
• Life Assurance
• Pay progression within role based on skills and contribution
• Learning and career development opportunities
• Company pension
• Discounted gym membership
• Shop and save vouchers
• Medical cashback scheme allowing costs of medical expenses (dental, opticians and much more) to be claimed back.
• Access to obtain a "Blue Light Card", offering discounts in various locations.

About you:

• Good general knowledge and experience in gardening.
• Good general property maintenance knowledge and skills.
• Ability to communicate and interact well with people.
• To be able to read and write to a good standard, and computer literate.
• Knowledge of relevant health and safety and trade regulations.
• Ability to assess and manage risk.
• Ability to work on own initiative

How to apply:

If you think this sounds like you, please click the link now to upload your CV and covering letter, to be considered for interview.