Private Estate Gardener

The Burford Recruitment Company Ltd; Stow-on-the-Wold; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A private estate in the Cotswolds is seeking an experienced Gardener to join their team. This full-time position offers an opportunity to maintain historic gardens on a stunning 22-acre property. Candidates should have a passion for horticulture, organizational skills, and a horticultural qualification. Competitive salary and benefits provided.

Benefits

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Comfortable uniform provided

Work in beautiful countryside estate

Qualifications

• Knowledge of garden maintenance practices.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions.
• Organised and detail-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Maintain garden to a high horticultural standard.
• Conduct general garden maintenance activities.
• Operate garden machinery safely and efficiently.

Skills

Horticultural knowledge

Attention to detail

Ability to operate garden machinery

Physical fitness

Education

Horticultural qualification

Job description

Key Details

• Near Stow on the Wold, Cotswolds
• £28,000 per annum
• 8am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday (occasional weekend work)
• 20 days Holiday + Bank Holidays
• Comfortable Uniform Provided
• Beautiful Countryside Estate

The Burford Recruitment Company is delighted to be working on behalf of a private UHNW family in a stunning Cotswolds residence near Stow-on-the-Wold, who are seeking an experienced Gardener to join their first-class team.

This full‑time, permanent role offers an exciting opportunity for a friendly and knowledgeable gardener with a passion for maintaining historic and beautiful gardens to the highest standard.

The estate extends over 22 acres and features a working Walled Garden, Greenhouses, Plant Nursery, Formal Lawns, Arboretum, Rose Garden, Hot Borders, Stream Gardens, Woodland Gardens, Topiary, Rock Garden, and Heather Garden.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Head Gardener to maintain the garden to a high horticultural standard
• General garden maintenance including mowing, weeding, and hedge cutting
• Maintain borders and garden areas to the highest possible standards
• Operate a range of garden machinery safely and efficiently
• Work hands‑on across all areas of the garden, in all weathers

Skills and Qualifications

• Horticultural qualification preferred
• PA1/PA6 Spray Certificates desirable
• Full driving licence required due to the rural location
• Organised with excellent attention to detail
• Passionate about horticulture and maintaining gardens to a high standard
• Physically fit with a willingness to continue learning and developing as a horticulturalist