Skilled Gardener

Skilled Gardeners

Location: Central London – Royal Parks sites across London

Hourly Rate: £16.50

Contract type: Temp-Perm

Working hours: Monday – Thursday 07:00 – 16:00 & Friday 07:00 – 15:00

About the role

As a Skilled Gardener, you will have a unique opportunity to maintain iconic greenspaces throughout London’s high profile Royal Parks. You will contribute your skills and experience to a range of activities from hedge pruning, shrubbery and grass cutting to flower bed maintenance, tree planting and more! This is a fantastic opportunity to enhance your current career, be trained to a high standard and challenge yourself in an encouraging and friendly environment. Please note this role may include mobile works and ad‑hoc site cover, workload dependent.

Requirements

• A good working knowledge of horticulture and grounds maintenance.
• A strong health and safety mindset and adept at problem solving.
• NVQ Horticulture Qualification (Level 2 minimum/Level 3 preferred)
• Full UK Driving licence required.
• PA1/PA6 Spraying Certificates would be beneficial.

What we offer

• Career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in‑house training academy, and coaching and mentorship.
• Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.
• Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment.
• We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times.

Benefits

• 21 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata).
• Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
• Support for personal and professional challenges.
• Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
• Resources to manage your finances & secure your future.
• Colleague of the month and annual awards.
• Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
• Comprehensive resources and support.

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