Part-Time Private Gardener

Near Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire 35,000 to 38,000 Pro Rata ( 21,000 to 23,000 actual salary) Tuesday, Thursday and Friday (negotiable) 8am to 5pm, with two 30-minute breaks The Burford Recruitment Company is delighted to be supporting a beautiful private estate near Chipping Norton in the search for an experienced and knowledgeable part-time Gardener to join their long-standing and dedicated team. Set within 12 acres, the gardens are a wonderful mix of formal and productive areas, including a kitchen garden, potting shed, compost area, mixed borders, a water garden, pond and lake, wildflower meadows, fruit trees, and more. Responsibilities Day-to-day maintenance of the gardens across the estate Mowing lawns and managing edges to a high standard Trimming and shaping hedges, shrubs, and small trees Regular weeding and mulching of borders and beds Planting and maintaining a variety of flowers, shrubs, and seasonal displays Assisting with the care of the productive kitchen garden, including fruit and vegetable planting and harvesting Supporting the upkeep of the potting shed, compost area, and wildflower areas Helping to maintain the water garden, lake, and pond Contributing to the general upkeep and presentation of the grounds throughout the seasons Candidate Requirements Previous gardening experience within a private estate Strong plant knowledge and practical gardening skills A horticultural qualification would be an advantage, but not essential A proactive, reliable, ..... full job details .....