Seasonal Gardener (Part-time)

ASVA; Thornhill; Remote; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym discounts

Shopping discounts

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Buccleuch is seeking a dedicated gardener to maintain the grounds around Dabton House on a three-day-per-week schedule. You will perform grass cutting, planting, pruning and general upkeep to keep the gardens presented to a high standard.

Ideally you will have estate or grounds-care experience with practical horticultural knowledge and the ability to operate a range of gardening tools and machinery. The role offers benefits including gym and shopping discounts and wellbeing support.

Qualifications

• A skilled gardener with practical horticultural knowledge.
• Ability to use a range of gardening tools and machinery.
• Experience in estate or grounds care is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Grass cutting and lawn care to keep grounds neat.
• Planting, pruning and weeding to maintain plant health.
• Hedge trimming and path maintenance around Dabton House.
• Grow cut flowers and vegetables for display and use.
• Lower bed maintenance and seasonal tasks such as wreath making.

Skills

Horticultural knowledge

Practical gardening skills

Tool handling

Tools

Gardening tools and machinery

Job description

Salary: £12.71 per hour depending on experience

What we do?

Buccleuch is a diverse and innovative business with a passion for sustainable land use in rural Britain. We are dedicated to supporting the communities we live and work within, providing approximately 500 local jobs, respecting the environment, and contributing to rural culture through our heritage for generations to come. Dabton House, set within four-acres of formal gardens on the picturesque Queensberry Estate, is a splendid Georgian country house; the perfect venue for celebrations, holidaying with family and friends, sporting or other special interest groups, and corporate retreats.

The role?

In this temporary role, maintaining the stunning grounds and gardens surrounding Dabton House, you will deliver a range of tasks that keep the gardens looking their best for our guests, including grass cutting, planting, pruning, weeding, trimming hedges, path and lawn maintenance, growing cut flowers and vegetables, and lower bed maintenance. You will also help with wreath making and other seasonal activities. Working hours will be three days per week.

The person?

A skilled gardener, ideally with estate or grounds care experience, you will take pride in maintaining gardens to the highest standard. Candidates should demonstrate practical horticultural skills and plant knowledge, and be comfortable using a range of gardening tools and machinery. If you are hardworking with an appreciation of the beauty and heritage of historic gardens, then we would love to hear from you.

Why work for us?

In addition to working in the stunning surroundings of Dabton House, we offer excellent benefits including gym and shopping discounts, and wellbeing related support and resources.

The closing date for applications is 9 November