Gardening jobs in Lechlade

Habitat First Group owns three luxury estates, creating holiday home communities that are founded on the principle of a deep love for Mother Nature and sustainability.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to join our team as a Grounds Apprentice at Lower Mill Estate. As a Grounds Apprentice, you will have the opportunity to work alongside our experienced team members, gaining experience in all aspects of grounds maintenance, landscaping and horticulture.

This role will be Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, working 7.30am - 4.30pm. There will be a requirement to attend college one day per week as dictated by Wiltshire College and University Centre at Lackham.

What can we offer you?

• Family-friendly policies such as enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental pay.
• Enhanced sick pay
• Generous annual leave allowance, plus an extra day off for your birthday and the ability to buy back up to 5 days leave per year
• NHS Top Up Scheme (for example money off dentists, prescriptions, hospital parking)
• Discounted shopping and benefits platform including a cycle-to-work scheme
• Access to the lake and free equipment hire for the family
• Free access to gym and swimming pools when available
• Discounted spa sessions
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental health and wellbeing programme
• Reward and recognition schemes
• Eye check and flu vaccines vouchers
• Access to electric car scheme
• Flexible working practices wherever possible

What you'll be doing:

• Weeding, digging, hedge-cutting and the felling of small trees
• Using hand tools and basic light machinery, such as mowers, strimmers and leaf-blowers
• Using estate vehicles including ATVs and RTVs
• Keeping all areas of the Estate clear and free from litter at all times
• Working in line with the Ecology Plan

We'd love you to have:

• A keen interest in horticulture and plant species
• Previous gardening experience
• Excellent communication skills with colleagues, guests and homeowners
• A valid UK driving license

Habitat First Group is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. We encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of background, to bring their unique perspectives and ideas to our team. If you’re interested but not sure if you have the right skills and experience, we would love to hear from you.

We are happy to talk through any reasonable adjustments you may require during the recruitment process and beyond.

If you would like to apply for the role without a CV, please contact us on 01285 863 289 and we will be happy to discuss alternative options.

You must have the right to work in the UK and will be required to provide evidence of this.

A DBS is required for all roles.

A driving licence and access to a car is recommended before applying, as our Estates are not walkable from public transport links.

Habitat First Group is committed to being a Disability Confident employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: £8.60 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Cirencester: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Are you reasonably able to commute to both Lower Mill Estate and Lackham College? Please note, Lower Mill Estate is not serviced by public transport.

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person