Gardening jobs in Woodstock

Who are we?

Estelle Manor is a rural retreat set on an 85-acre estate in Oxfordshire. The manor has four restaurants, an extraordinary 3,000 sq metre Roman-inspired spa- Eynsham Baths, 108 bedrooms and a gym with class studios and padel courts. Plus, there’s a kids’ club for the little ones and a workspace. As the countryside companion to Maison Estelle, the manor is also a ‘hosted home’, bringing people together that have plenty to say and nothing to prove.

The Role:

As a Gardener for Estelle Manor, you will hold responsibility for the daily tending to and continued development of our 85acre estate. Working primarily in the formal gardens close to the manor you’ll be delivering great aesthetics through horticulture, and this is therefore a hugely exciting opportunity to pro-actively ensure the gardens remain beautiful for guests to enjoy throughout the year. With opportunities to showcase and develop horticultural skills across the estates herbaceous borders and specimen trees. You will have the opportunity to work in our walled garden which lends itself as an excellent space for growing vegetables and cut flowers.

Who are we looking for?

• Experience as a gardener, with proven horticultural knowledge in herbaceous and ornamental gardens. Fruit and vegetable, flower and salad production knowledge and skills are advantageous.
• Understanding of a variety of growing techniques and propagation.
• A recognised Level 3 horticultural qualification (LANTRA/RHS/City and Guilds).
• A good understanding of houseplants and their care.
• Excellent interpersonal, time management and organisational skills.
• A genuine passion for horticulture.
• A full UK driving license is required for this role.

Please note: this is a fixed term contract for a period of 12 months maternity cover with the possibility to extend. We anticipate the successful candidate to join us in January 2027.

The on target earning potential for this role is £33,900 per annum - compromising a base salary of £30,900 plus a qualified estimate of £3,000 in service charge and gratuities*.

What’s in it for you?

At Estelle, we prioritize your well-being and growth, offering a range of perks to enrich your experience. Enjoy exclusive staff rates, biannual socials, and Estelleversary surprises. Nurture your well-being with stocked colleague spaces. Engage in forums shaping The Estelle Way. Utilise the provided uniforms and onsite seamstress support. Join us for a fulfilling journey where you are valued, supported, and celebrated.

Here at Estelle, we want to create a unified culture and sense of belonging throughout. We have a range of perks and benefits at your fingertips:

• Biannual company socials plus smaller social and sports groups.
• 50% FB discounts at all 4 manor restaurants.
• Estelleversary gifting for all employees.
• Colleague spaces stocked with food, drinks and a selection of juices, teas and coffees.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Added protection of our pension and life assurance schemes.
• Perkbox - our colleague benefits platform, providing access to a wide range of exclusive discounts, rewards and wellbeing resources designed to support you both inside and outside of work.
• 28 days holiday, inclusive of bank holidays, which increases with length of service.
• Colleague Forums and Sustainability Committees to help create The Estelle Way.
• Recommend-a-friend bonus scheme.
• Uniform provided, cleaned, and pressed.
• Onsite seamstresses to ensure your uniform is fitted and repaired.

About gratuities service charge:

• Gratuities (tips) and service charge are paid on a pro-rata basis regardless of your role.
• It is estimated that in 2026, our full-time employees can expect to receive in the range of £3,000 in addition to their annual salary.

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