Gardener / Horticulturalist

HL Services (London) Ltd; Faringdon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing horticultural services company in the United Kingdom is seeking a passionate Gardener / Horticulturalist. This role involves working on private country estates and ecologically focused landscapes. Candidates should possess strong horticultural knowledge and ideally have experience in high-end environments. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for continuous learning and career growth. A valid UK driving licence is essential, and previous RHS training is advantageous.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing learning and development opportunities

Supportive environment for career growth

Qualifications

• Strong horticultural knowledge and/or relevant qualifications.
• Experience working on private country estates or similar high-end environments.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and development of private country estates.
• Soft landscaping and planting schemes with an ecological focus.
• General garden and estate upkeep to a high standard.
• Working as part of a small, dedicated team across multiple prestigious sites.

Skills

Horticultural knowledge

Teamwork

Desire to learn

Education

RHS training or equivalent horticultural education

Job description

Gardener / Horticulturalist

Location: Stanford in the Vale (with work across Oxfordshire, including Warneford Place & Boars Hill)

Salary: £30,000-£35,000 DOE

We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Gardener / Horticulturalist to join our growing team, working on a collection of high-quality private country estates and ecologically focused landscapes.

This is an excellent opportunity for either an experienced horticulturalist or a lower‑band gardener with strong foundations (such as RHS training) who is keen to develop their skills and gain outstanding experience on soft landscaping and environmentally centred sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintenance and development of private country estates
• Soft landscaping and planting schemes with an ecological focus
• General garden and estate upkeep to a high standard
• Working as part of a small, dedicated team across multiple prestigious sites

Essential Requirements

• Strong horticultural knowledge and/or relevant qualifications
• Experience working on private country estates or similar high‑end environments
• A genuine desire to learn, develop, and progress within the role
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable (but not essential)

• PA1 / PA6 certification
• Chainsaw licence
• RHS training or equivalent horticultural education

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £30,000-£35,000 depending on experience
• The chance to work on exceptional estates including Warneford Place and a major property in Boars Hill
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• A supportive environment for those looking to grow their horticultural career

This role would particularly suit a motivated individual with a strong interest in ecology, planting, and landscape development who is eager to gain hands‑on experience in a high‑quality setting.

To apply, please submit your CV and a brief cover note outlining your experience and interest in the role