Skilled GardenerWe are looking for a full-time Skilled Gardener to join our clients small team and play a key role in maintaining the formal gardens and developing the kitchen garden, while also helping across the wider estate with general gardening and maintenance work.The RolePrimary responsibility for maintaining formal borders around the gardenGrowing vegetables from seed in the kitchen gardenPlanning planting and propagation 6 months ahead to ensure interest, flowering, and cropping throughout the yearManaging pests and diseases seasonallyAssisting with general estate gardening and maintenance work as requiredParticipating in a weekend rota for watering and animal care (paid overtime)Essential Qualities and ExperienceBroad horticultural knowledge, particularly:Propagation of seedlingsCare of shrubs, flowers, and ornamental plantsConfidence in forward planning and seasonal thinkingAbility to work independently and take responsibility for areas of the gardenPhysically capable of doing a hands-on, sometimes demanding roleComfortable using and maintaining common gardening power tools:Hedge trimmers, strimmers, blowersChainsaw experience is a strong advantageSpraying certificates (essential)Livestock experience is beneficial, or a willingness to pitch inApproach and AttitudeThey are a very environmentally focused site, following no-dig and regenerative principles. We value:Open-minded, less conventional thinkersA willingness to experiment and try new approachesPeople who ..... full job details .....