Overview
Gardener Jobs in Cirencester, England, UK at Royal Agricultural University
Gardener
Location:
Royal Agricultural University, Cirencester, GL7 6JS
Salary:£22,680 – £25,742 per annum (
salary review
pending)
Hours and basis:
Permanent role, 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday but occasional
flexibility
may be needed to meet the needs of the business.
Are you passionate about maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces and ensuring safety for all? We are looking for a dedicated Gardener to help keep our University campus in top condition.
Key responsibilities:
Work with the existing gardener to manage the gardens and outdoor spaces
Maintain lawns, borders, woodlands, paths, roads, and signage
Operate grounds maintenance equipment and manage seasonal hazards (leaves, snow, ice)
Water, feed, and prune plants in line with seasonal growth cycles
Support University events by preparing and maintaining grounds
Enhance the campus with new planting and biodiversity projects
Maintain accurate gardening and maintenance records
Work closely with the wider maintenance team
What we are looking for:
GCSEs or equivalent
education
Experience in grounds maintenance and amenity horticulture
Skilled in using horticultural tools and machinery
Knowledge of tree and shrub maintenance
Physically fit with a hardworking, flexible approach
Able to work independently and in a team
The Royal Agricultural University (RAU) has been at the forefront of agricultural
education
for over 175 years. One of the UKs smaller universities, and set in beautiful surroundings, we pride ourselves on being a great place to work. We offer 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, free parking, subsided restaurant, café, restaurant and gym and access to an excellent employee assistance programme.
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the RAU, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.
Closing date:7 May 2025
Interview date:19 May 2025
The Royal Agricultural University is an equal opportunities employer RAU and we welcome applications from candidates of all ethnic backgrounds.
Title: Gardener
Company: Royal Agricultural University
Location: Cirencester, England, UK
Category: Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care (Landscaping, Horticulture, Gardening, Outdoor / Nature)
