Assistant Head Gardener

DAYLESFORD ESTATE

A unique and exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, energetic and hard-working Assistant Head Gardener at the renowned organic, 2,500-acre Daylesford Estate on the Gloucestershire/Oxfordshire border.

Here at Daylesford, we recognise that future growth and success are shaped by our team’s ambition and looking after our gardens & land is really at the heart of what we are here to do.

This is a full-time role working closely with the Garden team and reporting directly to the Head Gardener. You will be assisting with the management and maintenance of the core estate garden which extends to c. 40 acres and includes glasshouses, cutting garden, orangery, lakes, and walled garden including formal hedges & topiary. The garden is well equipped and has an excellent dedicated team.

You will have a formal horticultural qualification & significant post qualification experience – or be able to demonstrate a proven track record in a similar position, and will be professional, resourceful, and enthusiastic.

The package offers a competitive salary, depending upon experience, Company Pension Scheme, private health care and 29 days holiday.

If you would like further information – or if you are interested in applying then, please send your CV (Max 3 pages) and supporting statement (Max 2 pages) to:

Daylesford Estate Office, Kingham, OX7 6TF

or by email to estate.office@daylesford.co.uk

The deadline for applications is Friday 28th June 2024.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

We value diversity and we welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds