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SalaryInterviews will be held on the 2nd of February.
What you'll be doing:We don’t just need you to manage our beautiful gardens, although this is an important part of the role; we’d like you to help manage the team too.
As the Senior Gardener in our team, we’d like you to lead by example, with exceptional gardening skills, but you’ll also understand how to manage the workload for this team, and deliver exceptional training to new staff and volunteers. You'll share your knowledge and love for Woolbeding with visitors through occasional talks and garden tours.
Please also read the full role profile attached to this advert.
- significant practical experience in horticulture supported by relevant qualifications
- have supervisory experience from a similar role Excellent knowledge of plants
- competent with the use and maintenance of garden machinery including tractors, pedestrian mowers and hand held machinery
- knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation and practice
- good communication and approachable attitude towards others
The packageThe National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.
- Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary
- Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
- Tax free childcare scheme
- Rental deposit loan scheme
- Season ticket loan
- Perks at work discounts i.e. gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
- Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.
- Flexible working whenever possible
- Employee assistance programme
- Free parking at most locations
- Independent financial advice
Requirements :Compliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK
Fixed Term f/t (37.5 hrs pw to 28/02/25)
