Seasonal Garden Assistant

Job Location	Ballynahinch
Education	Not Mentioned
Salary	18,720 per annum
Industry	Not Mentioned
Functional Area	Not Mentioned
Job Type	Contract , full-time

Job Description

Summary Working within a bustling atmosphere as part of passionate team this role as aSeasonal Garden Assistantplays a core part in providing fantastic customer service.Hours: 37.5 hours per weekSalary: £18,720 per annum pro rataDuration: Fixed-Term contract until 20th Sept 2022 What its like to work here Rowallane is a captivating naturalistic paradise garden laid out from the 1860s and further developed in the first half of the 20th century. It sits conveniently on the edge of Saintfield with easy transport links to Belfast. Primarilya woodland garden, it holds a diverse range of unusual trees, shrubs, herbaceous plants and bulbs in its sheltered walled gardens, extensive meadows, magical woodlands and natural rock garden. With 52 acres of garden and 150 acres of farmland, the garden teamlook after these areas for their horticultural, ecological and historical value as we welcome our visitors every day. Youll report to the Senior Gardener and will be working closely with the 5 members of the garden team and our dedicated group of volunteers, as well as the wider team at Rowallane. This full-time role typically works from 8am-4pm weekdays and in-house trainingon machinery and tasks will be provided. This is a rare opportunity to work in a historic garden and work alongside our team to develop valuable skills and experience across all areas of the garden. What youll be doing As part of the garden team, youll assist in making sure that the gardens are maintained to a high standard. Working under the close supervision of the garden team, youll undertake basic horticultural tasks and help ensure the highest standards of conservation,horticulture and visitor experience.This role will include a range of practical horticultural tasks to develop, enhance and conserve the garden and contribute to the delivery of projects. Youll help with a varied range of practical duties from mowing, watering and weeding to propagation,planting and pruning as we look after the garden and engage with our visitors. Youll support with the planting and maintenance of trees, shrubs, herbaceous plants.Youll also support garden volunteers and help them to make the most of their time here. Youll be expected to interact with the public on a daily basis, answering the many questions, or help out with gardening workshops, tours and helping set up eventswhen needed.Please also read the full role profile, attached to this advert. Who were looking for Youll be:

Helpful & Friendly
Customer focused with a positive attitude
Enthusiastic with a willingness to learn
A team player, but also can work on your own initiative

The package The National Trust has the motto For everyone, for ever at its heart. Were working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. Its important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audienceswe serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say were for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.Wherever youre from, and whatever your background, we want to hear from youand it doesnt matter if youre jam first, cream first, or even if you dont like scones at all. Everyone is welcome.Benefits for working at the National Trust include:

Flexible working whenever possible
Free parking at most locations
Free entry to our properties for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary

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