Gardening jobs in Otley

Nestled in the North Yorkshire countryside, Grantley Hall is a five-star, 17th-century property offering a blend of stately grandeur and contemporary luxury. A leader in luxury hospitality, it was the first UK hotel to achieve Hospitality Assured World Class Status and also received a Two MICHELIN Key Distinction in 2024. As a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and PoB Hotels, it features 47 opulent rooms and suites, five restaurants, three bars, an award-winning spa and a cutting-edge gym, making Grantley Hall a truly distinctive luxury experience. The hotel is also a member of Forbes Travel Guide which recognises a commitment to service excellence across the globe.

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Assistant Gardener with a keen eye for detail to join our gardening team and help transform a prestigious estate overseen by Grantley Hall. The ideal candidate will be driven, motivated, and enthusiastic about horticulture, with a particular passion for soft landscaping and maintaining exceptionally high standards throughout the estate.

Essential Qualifications

• RHS Level 2 in Horticulture (or equivalent)
• Full UK driving licence (due to the estate's location)

Preferred Qualifications

• PA1 & PA6 spraying certificates

Key Skills, Qualities & Experience

• Strong knowledge of plant identification and plant care
• Confident in the use of gardening machinery, including blowers and hedge trimmers
• Skilled in pruning and maintaining topiary
• Excellent attention to detail
• Passionate, reliable, and motivated to work in all weather conditions

This is a great opportunity to join a dedicated gardening team working on a prestigious estate. If you are passionate about horticulture, motivated to maintain high standards, and enjoy working outdoors, we would love to hear from you.

Please note, this role requires flexible working across multiple sites from time to time.

Benefits

Grantley Hall offers a wide range of benefits and opportunities for all employees:

• A monthly service charge - typically £3,400 annually
• 31 days holiday increasing to 33 days with length of service
• Access to earnings before payday (Stream)
• Holiday Buy/Sell Scheme
• Free parking
• Complimentary meals when on duty
• Discounted modern and spacious live-in accommodation
• Celebrating success! Company parties, winter award ceremonies and team events and incentives through the year. We also celebrate training achievements, birthdays, babies, marriages and so much more...
• Team appreciation and wellbeing activities - Team member of the month awards, BBQ's, ice cream van, team massages, competitions & prizes, seasonal gifts, flu jabs
• Grantley Hall discounts - 50% off food and 20% off beverage, £100 B&B for employees (£150 B&B for friends and family), 20% off spa and gift shop products
• Access to hundreds of exclusive employee benefits, rewards and discounts targeted specifically at the hospitality sector. We support our employees do more with their money and help their wellbeing be providing access to a wide range of stand out well being support.
• Discounted hotel stays with Pride of Britain hotels
• Complimentary bespoke uniform and annual shoe allowance
• Free sight tests for those eligible
• Onsite Team Gym with professional induction
• Refer a Friend Scheme where you can earn up to £1000
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Support line and online portal supporting 'mind, money, move, munch'
• Grantley Academy to support your development
• Annual paid volunteering days