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Gardener/Estates Operative
Paddock Wood Town Council
Paddock Wood
£26,000 - £27,750 a year
Full-time
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Job details

£26,000 - £27,750 a year
Annual leave, Sick pay, Free parking, Additional leave, Company pension, On-site parking
Full-time
Overtime, Weekend availability, Monday to Friday
Paddock Wood

Full job description

Gardener / Estates Operative

Paddock Wood Town Council
Paddock Wood, Kent
£26,000 - £27,750 per year (dependent on qualifications and experience )
Permanent | Full-time | 37 hours per week

Previous applicants need not apply.

Join Our Estates Team

Paddock Wood Town Council is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Gardener / Estates Operative to join our Estates Team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors and takes pride in maintaining parks, open spaces, horticultural displays and community facilities to a high standard.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining planted areas throughout the town, including Town Centre planters and hanging baskets, the Cemetery, and a variety of flower beds, borders and landscaped areas. You will also assist with wider grounds maintenance and estates duties across the Council's portfolio of community assets.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Maintaining seasonal planting displays, hanging baskets, planters and borders
  • Assisting with grounds maintenance across Council-owned sites
  • Supporting the upkeep of parks, play areas and open spaces
  • Helping maintain the Cemetery and Churchyard grounds
  • Operating horticultural and grounds maintenance equipment
  • Working as part of a small, friendly team to keep the town's assets safe, attractive and well maintained

About the Estate

The Council owns and maintains:

  • Five playing fields and pavilions
  • Five children's play areas and a skate park
  • Foal Hurst Wood Nature Reserve, Orchard Meadow and Green Lane Spinney
  • The New Cemetery and Closed Churchyard
  • The War Memorial
  • The Day Centre
  • Town Council Offices and St Andrew's Hall
  • Workshops at Memorial Field
  • Open spaces throughout the town
  • Five balancing ponds
  • Three allotment sites
  • The Community Centre

The Estates Team is based at Memorial Field and currently consists of an Estates Manager and three grounds staff.

Essential Requirements

  • Full driving licence and ability to drive Council vehicles
  • Horticultural experience or a strong interest in horticulture
  • Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
  • Positive, flexible and proactive approach
  • Good communication skills
  • Understanding of health and safety requirements
  • Understanding of risk assessments

Desirable Requirements

  • Experience in a similar role
  • Level 2 Horticultural Qualification (RHS, City & Guilds or equivalent)
  • First Aid qualification
  • Basic DIY and maintenance skills
  • Experience operating ride-on mowers
  • Chainsaw certification
  • PA1/PA6 pesticide qualifications
  • Interest in environmental and habitat management

Employee Benefits

✅ 10% employer pension contribution (Aviva Pension Scheme)
✅ 23 days annual leave plus public holidays
✅ Two additional statutory leave days
✅ Three additional days' annual leave after five years' continuous local government service
✅ Overtime opportunities where required
✅ Varied and rewarding outdoor work
✅ Supportive team environment

Working Hours

37 hours per week, normally Monday to Friday, with occasional overtime and weekend working as required.

How to Apply

To apply, please email:

  • Your CV
  • A covering letter explaining your suitability for the role and the qualities you would bring to the Council

Email: office@paddockwood-tc.gov.uk

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact:

Adam Haworth, Estates Manager
Telephone: 07740 935645
(Monday to Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm)

Important Information

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Evidence of eligibility to work in the UK will be required before appointment.

Closing Date: Friday 20 November 2026

Interview Dates: Monday 30 November and Tuesday 1 December 2026

Paddock Wood Town Council is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Pay: £26,000.00-£27,750.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Free parking
  • On-site parking
  • Sick pay

Work Location: In person

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