Senior Gardener – Private Estate – Gloucestershire (Live-in Role)
Some gardens are maintained. Others are carefully shaped, preserved and quietly perfected over generations.
We are recruiting for an exceptional private estate in the Gloucestershire countryside, home to 20+ acres of beautifully maintained formal gardens, an impressive walled garden and elegant Arts & Crafts-inspired landscapes.
This is a rare opportunity for an experienced and passionate gardener to become part of a prestigious estate environment where horticultural standards, presentation and attention to detail are held in the highest regard.
Working closely with an exceptional Head of Gardens, you will play an important hands-on role in maintaining and developing these remarkable gardens, helping to preserve the character, beauty and heritage of the estate for years to come.
This role would suit someone who takes enormous pride in their work and genuinely enjoys being part of a professional private estate setting.
Due to the rural location of the estate, you will need to be a driver!
What You’ll Get as the Senior Gardener…
- £30,000 per annum
- Live-in accommodation included with a charming 2-bedroom estate cottage (children & Partner welcome)
- Opportunity to work within a truly unique and historic garden environment
- Long-term stability within a prestigious private estate
- The chance to work amongst beautifully designed formal gardens and traditional estate landscapes
- A rewarding lifestyle opportunity within the Gloucestershire countryside
Who You Are…
- An experienced gardener with a background in formal gardens, private estates, country houses or historic landscapes
- Someone ideally with RHS Level 2
- PA1/ PA6 Spray Certificates.
- Someone who genuinely cares about horticultural excellence, presentation and detail
- Confident taking a hands-on approach across all aspects of estate gardening
- Comfortable supporting and guiding a small team when required
- Professional, reliable and able to work with care and discretion within a private environment
- Passionate about maintaining exceptionally high standards throughout the seasons
You don’t just maintain gardens…
You help protect and enhance a remarkable estate environment that reflects craftsmanship, heritage and pride.
What You’ll Be Doing…
- Supporting the ongoing maintenance and development of 20+ acres of formal gardens and grounds
- Caring for formal lawns, structured borders, shrubs, trees and seasonal planting displays to an exceptional standard
- Assisting with wider estate gardening projects and long-term garden development plans
- Supporting the upkeep of the walled garden and surrounding landscaped areas
- Supervising contractors and helping ensure aesthetic standards are consistently maintained
- Assisting with the maintenance and care of garden machinery and equipment
- Supporting additional gardening and estate duties where required throughout the year
If you are looking for a long-term opportunity within a beautiful private estate where your horticultural skills and passion will be genuinely valued, we would love to hear from you.
PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL NEED THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK TO BE SUITABLE FOR THIS ROLE.
Pay: From £30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Housing allowance
- On-site parking
- Relocation assistance
Work Location: In person
