Head of Gardens & Conservation

Bradfield College; Reading; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A private educational institution in Reading seeks a Head of Gardens to lead the team in maintaining and enhancing extensive outdoor spaces. The ideal candidate will have significant gardening management experience, knowledge in horticulture, and relevant qualifications such as RHS level 3+. Benefits include a contributory pension scheme and subsidised sports memberships. The closing date for applications is 4 December 2025.

Benefits

Contributory workplace pension scheme

Subsidised membership to sports centre and golf club

Access to Employee Assistance programme

BHSF Health Cash plan

Cycle to Work scheme

Electric Vehicle scheme

Free parking and lunch provided

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in gardens management and horticulture.
• Ability to oversee working schedules and manage a team effectively.
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining gardening machinery.

Responsibilities

• Lead the gardens team and maintain the gardens of the college.
• Shape the visual and ecological character of the grounds.
• Develop seasonal work schedules and manage garden improvement projects.

Skills

Gardening management

Knowledge of horticulture

Staff motivation

Health and safety

Knowledge of conservation areas

Education

RHS level 3+

IOSH Managing Safely

ILM level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Gardening machinery

Job description

A private educational institution in Reading seeks a Head of Gardens to lead the team in maintaining and enhancing extensive outdoor spaces. The ideal candidate will have significant gardening management experience, knowledge in horticulture, and relevant qualifications such as RHS level 3+. Benefits include a contributory pension scheme and subsidised sports memberships. The closing date for applications is 4 December 2025.