Mobile Gardener Team Leader, CLARION HOUSING GROUP LIMITED

Guardian Jobs; London; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mobile Gardener Team Leader to spearhead a passionate team in North London. This role involves managing a team dedicated to enhancing biodiversity and sustainability through innovative gardening practices. The successful candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a background in grounds maintenance. With a commitment to training and personal development, this role offers the chance to make a real impact in the community. If you are passionate about gardening and team leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in supervising a team in grounds maintenance or gardening.
• Ability to carry out performance reviews and identify training needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Gardeners and Apprentice Gardeners.
• Manage performance and development of team members.

Skills

Team Leadership

Grounds Maintenance

Gardening

Communication Skills

COSHH Regulations Knowledge

Job description

• Salary: £34,298 - £37,886 per annum
• Location: London - Corsica Street
• Hours: 40 hours per week - flexible options considered
• Contract Type: Permanent

Due to expansion, we are seeking a Mobile Gardener Team Leader to join our fantastic team in North London. You'll be leading a team of Gardeners and Apprentice Gardeners.

Clarion are delivering a Greater London Authority funded "Rewilding" project, and delivering Clarion's Nature Recovery Strategy; to improve biodiversity and sustainability, with reduced mowing, promoting wild flower areas, planting fruit trees, mixed native hedges and a broad range of ornamental plants, plus composting.

A key part of this role will be managerial duties; therefore, experience is required in carrying out performance reviews, monitoring team performance and identifying any training and development requirements.

Along with a background of supervising a team, the successful applicant will come from working in grounds maintenance and / or gardening. You'll ideally have knowledge of COSHH regulations and excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise with a variety of stakeholders to achieve required objectives.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a growing team for a company which are making a real difference, where progressive training courses and further qualifications are encouraged.

Salaries are just the starting point. Here at Clarion we're dedicated to rewarding hard work and commitment, and providing benefits that support you and your lifestyle.

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Closing Date: Thursday 8th May 2025 at midnight.

This is a hybrid role with a base location at our offices in Corsica Street.

Candidates will be expected to work from the office, and to visit sites at least 3 days per week.

Applicants must be able to travel across the region as required.

Applicants must hold a full valid manual UK driving licence as you may be required to drive company vehicles for work use only.

This post is subject to Basic Criminal Record Check Clearance.

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You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy; Clarion are not able to offer visa sponsorship. You are required to reside in England or Wales for the duration of your employment.