Head Gardener

Retirement Villages Group; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday off!

Cycle to work scheme

Life Assurance

Pension Contribution

Employee Care Eye Tests Plus more!

Job summary

Charters Village, part of Retirement Villages Group, sits in the countryside and seeks a skilled Head Gardener to oversee maintenance and development of our gardens, ensuring year‑round beauty for residents. You will lead a team of gardeners, design landscapes, plan seasonal planting, manage the garden budget, and coordinate outdoor events with other departments to enhance the village experience.

This role offers creative autonomy, professional growth, and the satisfaction of creating peaceful

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head Gardener or similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of horticulture and landscaping techniques.
• Strong leadership and managerial skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for gardening and creating beautiful outdoor spaces.
• Ability to work well in a team and collaborate with other departments.
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to garden maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Planning, designing, and maintaining the gardens and grounds of the retirement village.
• Managing and supervising a team of gardeners.
• Ensuring the gardens are well-maintained and presentable at all times.
• Implementing seasonal planting and landscaping projects.
• Coordinating with other departments to plan and execute outdoor events.
• Managing the garden budget and maintaining inventory of gardening supplies.
• Providing guidance and support to residents who have their own gardens within the village.
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Horticulture knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Proactive

Job description

Located in the beautiful countryside, Charters Village is a picturesque retirement village that offers a tranquil and harmonious living environment for our residents. We are currently seeking a skilled and passionate Head Gardener to join our team and oversee the maintenance and development of our stunning gardens. As the Head Gardener, you will have the opportunity to showcase your expertise and creativity by designing and implementing beautiful landscapes that enhance the overall aesthetic of our retirement village. You will lead a team of gardeners and work closely with other departments to ensure our residents can enjoy the beauty and serenity of our outdoor spaces.

Key Responsibilities

• Planning, designing, and maintaining the gardens and grounds of the retirement village
• Managing and supervising a team of gardeners
• Ensuring the gardens are well-maintained and presentable at all times
• Implementing seasonal planting and landscaping projects
• Coordinating with other departments to plan and execute outdoor events
• Managing the garden budget and maintaining inventory of gardening supplies
• Providing guidance and support to residents who have their own gardens within the village
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
• Proven experience as a Head Gardener or similar role
• In-depth knowledge of horticulture and landscaping techniques
• Strong leadership and managerial skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Passion for gardening and creating beautiful outdoor spaces
• Ability to work well in a team and collaborate with other departments
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to garden maintenance

Benefits

• Birthday off!
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life Assurance
• Pension Contribution
• Employee Care Eye Tests Plus more!