Assistant Gardener

Job Description

Summary If you want a career in Gardening, we can offer you some of the most beautiful outdoor spaces in the UK to work in. Were looking for an Assistant Gardener to join our team at Ormesby Hall. Youll share our passion for gardening, outdoors and nature. Youllbe working to high standards of horticulture to maintain and develop the gardens.If you have any questions about this role please contact: .ukInterview date: February 13th What its like to work here Home of the Pennyman family for nearly 400 years, this classic Georgian mansion, with its Victorian kitchen, attractive gardens and estate walks. Ormesby Hall is situated to the South of the Tees Valley and Middlesbrough and is part of a portfolio of propertieswhich includes Nunnington Hall, Rievaulx Terrace, Coastal and Moorland sites across North Yorkshire.The gardens include rose beds, herbaceous borders, lawns, tulip displays and a newly planted orchard and meadow. Click here for more information about this location What youll be doing Reporting to the Senior Gardener, youll assist in making sure that the gardens are maintained to a high standard. This role will include a range of practical horticultural tasks to develop, enhance and conserve the garden and contribute to the deliveryof projects.Youll also assist garden volunteers and support 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 setup and deliver property events when needed.As part of this role, youll be required to work occasional weekends as part of a garden-team rota.Please also read the full role profile attached to this advert. Who were looking for To be successful in this role you should be able to demonstrate the following:Some previous practical gardening/horticulture experience, as well as some knowledge of plants and horticultural techniquesFamiliarity with machinery and equipmentKnowledge of Health and Safety compliance requirementsExcellent customer serviceWillingness and enthusiasm to engage with visitorsHappy to work outside whatever the weather. 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.

• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary

• Free entry to National Trust properties 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

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