Head of Gardens & Conservation | 280-Acre Campus

Bradfield College; Spencers Wood; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious independent school in Spencers Wood seeks a Head of Gardens to manage their extensive grounds and enhance their visual and ecological character. The candidate will be responsible for leading the gardens team, developing work schedules, and ensuring alignment with environmental sustainability goals. Ideal applicants will have management experience, horticulture knowledge, and relevant qualifications such as RHS level 3+ and IOSH Managing Safely.

Benefits

Contributory workplace pension scheme

Subsidised membership of the Sports Centre

Access to Employee Assistance programme

Health Cash plan

Cycle to Work scheme

Electric Vehicle scheme

Free parking and lunch provided

Qualifications

• Experience managing gardens and teams.
• Thorough knowledge of horticulture practices.
• Ability to work within conservation areas and AONB.

Responsibilities

• Lead the gardens team for maintenance and enhancement of grounds.
• Develop and manage seasonal work schedules.
• Oversee gardens improvement projects.

Skills

Gardens management experience

Horticulture expertise

Knowledge of conservation areas

Health and safety knowledge

Motivational skills

Education

RHS level 3+

IOSH Managing Safely

ILM level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Gardening maintenance machinery

Job description

A prestigious independent school in Spencers Wood seeks a Head of Gardens to manage their extensive grounds and enhance their visual and ecological character. The candidate will be responsible for leading the gardens team, developing work schedules, and ensuring alignment with environmental sustainability goals. Ideal applicants will have management experience, horticulture knowledge, and relevant qualifications such as RHS level 3+ and IOSH Managing Safely.