Gardeners

Nicholsons; Bicester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicholsons in Oxfordshire is seeking up to four Gardeners to join our Garden Management team. This is an outdoor-focused role for people who take pride in creating and maintaining beautiful gardens to high standards.

We welcome applicants from a range of levels, including apprenticeship seekers, and offer development opportunities. You will work with clients, plan seasonal tasks, and be a brand ambassador for Nicholsons, adhering to our values and health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Interest in horticulture and garden maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willing to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Carry out garden management duties in private and commercial settings (pruning, weeding, planting, hedge cutting, lawn care).
• Maintain clients' gardens to a high standard and plan seasonal tasks.
• Liaise with clients in a polite, friendly and professional manner.

Skills

Passion for horticulture

Teamwork

Outdoor work readiness

Health & safety awareness

Full UK driving licence

Education

RHS Level 2 (desirable)

Apprenticeship opportunity (desirable)

Job description

Our Garden Management team is growing!

We are looking for up to four Gardeners to join our growing Garden Management team in Oxfordshire. This is an exciting opportunity for people who enjoy working outdoors, take pride in their work and have a passion for creating and maintaining beautiful gardens to the highest standards.

We welcome applications from individuals at a range of experience levels, from those seeking to start a career in horticulture through an apprenticeship, to gardeners looking to further develop their skills and experience. Whether you are at the beginning of your journey or already have a solid foundation in place, we can offer the opportunity to develop your career, working in some of the most inspiring gardens in the area.

If you are enthusiastic, hardworking and eager to learn or build on your existing expertise, we would love to hear from you.

Key responsibilities:

• Carry out garden management duties in private and commercial settings (including pruning, weeding, planting, hedge cutting, lawn care and other related tasks).

• Maintain clients' gardens to a consistently high standard
• Liaise with clients in a polite, friendly and professional manner
• Completing tasks efficiently and productively through seasonal planning

The successful candidate will:

• Have a passion for the environment and horticultural practices
• Be able to work efficiently, both independently and as part of a team
• Be a brand ambassador for Nicholsons, living out our company values of creativity, dedication and passion for the planet
• Willing to work outdoors in all weathers
• Have a strong commitment to health and safety and quality
• Hold a full, clean UK driving licence

Desirable:

• Relevant gardening, landscaping or grounds maintenance experience

Either:

• Seeking an apprenticeship opportunity
• Pursuing or holds an RHS Level 2 qualification

This is a full-time position:

• Monday – Friday
• 7.30am - 4.30pm.

We also welcome applications from those seeking part-time hours.