The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.
Based at Cantley Depot, Doncaster working in cemetery sites across the borough
Salary details: Grade 6, £26,403 - £27,255 (pay award pending)
Contract Type: Permanent,
Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Closing date: 09 August 2026
The City of Doncaster Council is a confident, ambitious organisation which puts improving the life of its residents at the centre of everything we do. You have a opportunity to be part of this in the role of Senior Horticulturist.
Do you enjoy working outdoors, as part of a team that make a direct difference to the communities of Doncaster?
We have an opportunity for you, we are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate individual to join our Street Scene Cemeteries team as a Senior Horticulturalist based at Cantley depot.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate experience in Horticulture or Grounds Maintenance and ideally running a team. We need someone with a positive attitude who works well in a team and is committed to delivering an excellent service every day. A full driving licence is also a requirement for this job.
We will provide training to allow you to use a variety of grounds maintenance machinery to deliver a high standard grounds maintenance service. The role works directly in the community in cemetery sites including Rosehill across Doncaster, giving you the chance to see the difference Street Scene makes to people living in Doncaster.
If you want to be part of a service dedicated to delivering outstanding service to our residents by maintaining and enhancing Doncaster’s cemeteries and public spaces this could be the opportunity for you.
We will provide full uniform and PPE and an opportunity for further development in the future.
If you are interested and want to find more about joining our mission to keep Doncaster’s cemeteries and public spaces beautiful and welcoming, please contact us on the numbers below.
Apply now to be part of a team dedicated to excellence in service and community pride.
We value a range of experiences and skills. If you have transferable skills from other roles or voluntary work, we encourage you to apply.
In return for your contribution, we offer:
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Competitive leave entitlement
- Generous local government pension scheme
- Wellbeing support and staff networks
- Development and training opportunities
- Staff discounts and benefits schemes
- More information on benefits can be found in the attached benefits booklet.
Please review the job summary and profile and demonstrate in your application how you meet the required criteria.
Shortlisting will take place week commencing 10th August 2026 and it is anticipated that interviews will be held week commencing 31st August 2026.
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City of Doncaster Council is committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and improving quality of life for all. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults.
We are a Disability Confident employer and committed to a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We offer interviews to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria and make reasonable adjustments as required.
Confirmation of appointment will be subject to a medical assessment.
