Gardener

Tonbridge School; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Tonbridge School is seeking a Gardener to support the maintenance and presentation of the School’s extensive grounds, including ornamental gardens, house gardens and landscaped areas. The role sits in the Gardens Department, reporting to the Head Gardener, and will undertake a wide range of horticultural and grounds maintenance tasks to ensure the environment is kept to a high standard.

This is a full-time, all-year-round position.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and present the School’s extensive grounds including ornamental and house gardens.
• Work independently and with colleagues to perform horticultural and grounds tasks to a high standard.
• Follow Health and Safety requirements and communicate with Head Gardener and Deputy Head Gardener.
• Collaborate with other departments and undertake relevant training.

Job description

The Gardener is responsible for supporting the maintenance and presentation of the School’s extensive grounds, including ornamental gardens, house gardens and landscaped areas. Working as part of the Gardens Department and reporting to the Head Gardener, the post holder will undertake a wide range of horticultural and grounds maintenance tasks to ensure the School environment is maintained to a high standard.

The role involves working independently and alongside colleagues, carrying out gardening duties professionally and safely, adhering to Health and Safety requirements, and communicating regularly with the Head Gardener and Deputy Head Gardener. The post holder will also work collaboratively with other departments as required and undertake relevant training to support their ongoing development.

This is a full time, all year round position.

Tonbridge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to any post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.