Job Description

Craft Gardener

As an RHS Gold Award-winning horticultural business, we take pride in delivering exceptional horticulture across a stunning portfolio of gardens and projects. Excellence is at the heart of everything we do, and our commitment to quality is reflected at every level of our work. We are currently seeking a passionate and experienced Craft Gardener to join our team and tend to our projects with expertise and enthusiasm

Reporting to:

Gardens Manager

Responsibilities

As one of our craft gardeners, you will be responsible for maintaining, nurturing and developing gardens where a proactive, passionate and conscientious attitude and excellent communication and horticultural skills are vital. You will work

- Propagation

- Weeding

- Irrigation

- Pruning

- Hedge cutting

- Topiary pruning

- Mowing

- Seasonal lawn management

- Planting

- Staking

- Managing herbaceous borders

- Composting

- Pest and disease management

- Assist with planning and implementing kitchen garden sowing plans

- Assist with planning and implementation of bedding schemes

Requirements & Skills

RHS Level 2 with 3 years experience in a similar role Full UK driving licence Proficient with Microsoft apps Excellent communication skills Good organisational abilities Effective self-management to meet deadlines A practical, systematic approach to organising work Capable of capturing customer requirements

Desired

PA1/ PA6 Chemical application certificates

Valid emergency first aid at work certificate

Experience

Proven experience as a gardener in a residential setting

Attitude & Work Ethic

Energetic, self-motivated, and proactive Hardworking and committed to continuous learning Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset Ability to work in all weather

General information

Working hours: Monday to Friday 07:30 - 16:30

Uniform & PPE provided at no cost

Opportunity to work on show gardens

Our Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement Bonus scheme Birthday day, all employees have their birthday as paid holiday Employee discounts on garden products from our retail business,

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Company events and team outings

About Us

Grant Horticulture is and RHS Gold medal winning enterprise and is regarded as one of Yorkshire's leading landscape companies, dedicated to creating and maintaining exceptional outdoor spaces. Our vision is to be a people-oriented, forward-thinking business that upholds strong values while delivering excellence for our clients and partners.

Our purpose is to enhance lives by designing, building, and managing beautiful landscapes. We work closely with our partners to promote best practices and prioritise environmental responsibility in everything we do.

We achieve this by staying true to our values: striving for excellence, taking pride in our horticultural expertise, and collaborating with clients and suppliers to create lasting value.

Join Us

Not sure if you meet every requirement? Research shows that some candidates hesitate to apply unless they match every qualification. At

Grant Horticulture

, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role but don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway, you may be the perfect fit for this or another opportunity within our team.

To apply for this job, please send your CV and an enclosing letter explaining why you would be a good fit for our company.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 27,500.00-29,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company events Company pension Free parking Profit sharing Store discount
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: CG01
Expected start date: 08/09/2025