Gardener jobs in Padstow

We are looking for an experienced Head Gardener & Changeover Assistant to take the lead in maintaining the gardens and grounds at Highcliffe, alongside supporting our lettings team on changeover days.

Highcliffe is a family-run business managing 56 holiday homes, alongside a yoga studio, gym and tennis courts. We are a small, close-knit team who take pride in what we do, and we're looking for someone hardworking, reliable and enthusiastic to join us.

Key Details

• Full-time or part-time opportunities available: We are looking for one person to fulfil both roles, but are also open to recruiting separately for each position.
• Full-time: Monday to Friday, averaging 35 hours per week, with some seasonal variation.
• Part-time Head Gardener: 3 days per week, with flexibility on working days.
• Part-time Changeover Assistant: 2 days per week, Thursdays and Fridays (fixed days).
• Salary: £29,000 per annum for the combined full-time role. Part-time salaries will be discussed individually, depending on the role and responsibilities.
• Annual leave: 28 days for the full-time position (pro rata for part-time).
• Complimentary access to our gym, yoga studio and tennis courts.

Head Gardener (3 days per week)

• Maintain Highcliffe's gardens and grounds to an exceptional standard, including mowing, pruning, weeding and spraying.
• Independently plan and manage your daily workload, prioritising tasks throughout the seasons.
• Confidently operate and maintain garden machinery and tools, with additional training provided where needed.
• Assist with general site upkeep during quieter months, including pressure washing and minor repairs.

Changeover Assistant (Thursdays & Fridays)

• Support the lettings team in preparing our holiday homes for arriving guests.
• Manage refuse collection across the properties on changeover days.
• Carry out pre-arrival external cleaning to ensure properties are presented to a high standard.
• Assist with general maintenance and other practical tasks around the site as required.

About You

• Experienced in garden and grounds maintenance, with a good understanding of seasonal requirements (Head Gardener role only).
• Hardworking, reliable and physically fit for the demands of the role.
• Organised, proactive and confident working independently.
• A team player with a positive, can-do attitude and a willingness to help wherever needed.
• A keen eye for detail and pride in maintaining high standards.
• Hold a full, clean driving licence.

Interested in joining us?

Whether you're interested in the combined full-time position or one of the part-time roles, we'd love to hear from you. Please specify which position you're applying for when getting in touch.

Pay: £29,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Gym membership
• On-site gym
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person