Do you have experience in landscaping, grounds maintenance or horticulture and enjoy seeing the tangible results of your work? We are looking for a Landscaper within Estates Services Parks Department at the University of Oxford, who will help to maintain and enhance some of the most distinctive green spaces at one of the world's leading universities.
Location: South Parks Road, Oxford
Salary: £27,534 - £ 28,437 per annum
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
About Us
Spanning the historic streets of the “city of dreaming spires”, the University of Oxford has been ranked the world’s leading university for ten consecutive years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring environment that promotes excellence. Here, you’ll contribute to an organisation which delivers ground-breaking research that tackles global challenges - from advancing sustainability to pioneering healthcare solutions - and join a diverse, inclusive community that champions your wellbeing, development, and aspirations. Apply now to become part of our extraordinary legacy.
The Parks Department plays a central role in maintaining and enhancing the University’s extensive green estate, from the iconic University Parks to the landscaped surroundings of departmental buildings across Oxford. Through both internal services and external contract work, the department delivers a wide range of landscaping and grounds maintenance projects that contribute directly to the University’s environment and reputation.
What We Offer
Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such as:
- 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.
- One of the most generous family leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay maternity and adoption leave, plus 12 weeks of full-pay paternity/partner leave.
- An excellent contributory pension scheme.
- Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.
- Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs.
- Overtime opportunities
About the Role
As a Landscaper, you will play an important role in delivering a wide range of landscaping and grounds improvement projects across the University’s estate. Working as part of a skilled team, you will help create and maintain high-quality outdoor spaces that support the University’s academic mission and enhance the experience of students, staff and visitors.
You will undertake both hard and soft landscaping activities, support project delivery from initial site preparation through to completion, and contribute to maintaining safe and efficient working environments. The role involves operating a variety of horticultural and landscaping equipment and machinery, interpreting project plans, and working closely with colleagues, managers and customers to ensure projects are delivered to a high standard.
This is an opportunity to develop your technical expertise while contributing to a diverse portfolio of projects across one of the UK’s most distinctive estates.
About You
- Practical experience of landscaping activities and outdoor project delivery.
- A full, clean driving licence.
- Experience operating a range of horticultural, landscaping or grounds maintenance equipment safely and effectively.
- Good interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive working relationships
Sponsorship and Right to Work
This role does not meet the criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa under the UK Visa & Immigration points-based system. We are therefore unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
Application Process
To apply, please upload:
- A covering letter/supporting statement
- Your CV
- The details of two referees
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 1 July 2026.
Interviews will take place in the week commencing 6 July 2026 and will be held face-to-face.
