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Assistant Gardener , you’ll be working with a team to deliver the day-to-day care of the garden and maintain high presentation standards. This role will include a range of practical tasks to develop, improve and look after the garden and contribute to the delivery of projects.
Salary: £12,521.25 per annum (pro-rated from £25,837.50 full-time equivalent)
Contract Duration: Permanent
Working Pattern: You will work 945 hours per year. This role is based on annualised hours, where the amount of hours you work each month may vary, however your salary will be paid in 12 equal instalments over the year. You will work Monday to Wednesday from 7:30am to 3:30pm , with very occasional evening cover. You will work this pattern for 42 weeks of the year, with the remaining 10 weeks off work (likely after Christmas, depending on the successful candidate).
Provisional Interview Date: Tuesday 18th August
Please note, a full UK driving licence is essential for this role.
For this role, you’ll need to complete our online assessment instead of using a C.V. or online application form. This will help us understand more about your strengths and give you more information on the role.
Mae cyfieithiad Cymraeg yr hysbyseb hon ar gael yn yr atodiadau.
What it's like to work here:In this role, you’ll report to the Assistant Head Gardener. The Gardens team includes 1 Gardener and 3 Assistant Gardeners.
Tredegar House is one of the architectural wonders of Wales and one of the most significant late 17th-century houses in the whole of the British Isles. Situated within 90 acres of beautiful gardens and parkland, this delightful red brick house provides a beautiful place to work!
We're proud of the role the Welsh language plays in the places and communities we care for across Wales. Whether you're a fluent Welsh speaker, a learner, or completely new to the language, we'll support you to develop the skills and confidence needed for your role and to engage with Welsh language and culture as part of working at the National Trust.
What you'll be doing:Daily responsibilities may include assisting with the planting and maintenance of shrubs and borders, mulching, hedge cutting and lawn mowing. You’ll work alongside gardeners and a team of volunteers, while also engaging with visitors on a daily basis, answering garden-related questions and taking pride in sharing your work.
You will use your interest in plants and practical approach to help deliver the day-to-day maintenance of the gardens. The role can be physically demanding at times, and you will have the opportunity to develop skills in the use of a wide range of horticultural machinery and equipment, including tractors, hedge trimmers and pedestrian mowers, with full training provided.
You can view the full role profile for this role in the document attached. You don't need to have all of the knowledge, skills and experience listed in the role profile; this is just to provide a full picture of what’s possible in this role.
Who we're looking forWe'd love to hear from you if you're
- comfortable working in a flexible and adaptable way
- a team player, but also happy to work on your own initiative
- focused on giving great service to everyone you meet
- willing to learn new skills
- focused on detail
- well organised approach
- a full UK driving license
The packageThe National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.
- Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary
- Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
- Rental deposit loan scheme
- EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria)
- Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
- Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.
- Flexible working whenever possible
- Employee assistance programme
- Free parking at most Trust places
Requirements :Compliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK
Permanent p/t (945 hrs py)
