Near Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire

* £35,000 to £38,000 Pro Rata (£21,000 to £23,000 actual salary)

* Tuesday, Thursday & 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, and team-oriented approach