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Vacancy:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Head Gardener (AV1681)
Locations:      Fulham & Bromley     Â
Salary:            c£35,000pa + Benefits
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Head Gardener to lead and manage the horticultural activities across the gardens of our 2 Care Homes in Fulham and Bromley.
This is a unique opportunity for an enthusiastic and creative individual to oversee the maintenance, development, and enhancement of our beautiful gardens.
As Head Gardener, you will have the responsibility of ensuring the gardens are maintained to the highest standard, delivering a visually stunning and environmentally sustainable landscape that aligns with our luxury vision.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintaining the gardens, hedges, lawns and various borders.
- Roads, drives and paths – The main drive, entrances and various garden paths.
- Oversee all aspects of garden maintenance, including weeding, planting, pruning, pest control, irrigation and soil care to ensure the health and aesthetics of the gardens.
- Plan and implement planting schemes and seasonal displays, ensuring a balance of aesthetics, biodiversity, and sustainability.
- Clipping of topiary and hedging as required.
- Develop and implement garden maintenance schedules, ensuring all areas are well-maintained throughout the year.
About you
- Passionate about horticulture and nature.
- Creative and forward-thinking, with attention to detail.
- A proactive and hands-on approach.
- Adaptable and resilient to changing conditions.
- Five or more years’ experience within the industry.
- Strong plant knowledge.
- Previous experience with large formal gardens.
- Horticulture qualification level 2 or 3.
- Professional and presentable demeanour with positive client liaison skills.
- Mechanical knowledge of industry equipment and machinery.
About our commitment to you
- Excellent Salary and Benefits
- 33 days annual leave including bank holidays
- Complimentary meals, hot drinks, and snacks throughout your shift
- Bespoke company induction and on-going training programmes at all levels
- Access to the best-in-class equipment and technology
- Custom-made uniforms provided
- Annual bonus (discretionary and scheme rules apply)
- Employee assistance programme and other attractive wellbeing benefits
- Discount schemes
- Company contributory pension scheme & life insurance
