Seasonal Gardener
Seasonal GardenerCONTRACT Temporary, Part or Full-Time (Min. 22.5hrs pw over 3 days) SALARY £11.87ph plus pension and benefits CLOSING DATE 03/05/2024 INTERVIEW To be arranged directly with candidate A unique opportunity to join our professional and friendly team at Trinity Hall. We are seeking a Seasonal Assistant Gardener for 4 months, starting early May if possible, though the start date can be flexible. The seasonal assistant will help us to maintain and develop the gardens at Trinity Hall to the highest standards. Information about the gardens can be found on our website. Working hours are from 7.30 am to 3.30 pm, with 30 minutes morning break and 30 minutes lunch break. The college has three main sites, one located in the historic centre of Cambridge, one on Thompsons Lane and the largest - Wychfield Site, located on Storey's Way. Wychfield site will be your base and free parking is available. If you are reliable, hardworking, and creative, we want to hear from you! DutiesThe role of Assistant Gardener offers the successful applicant the opportunity to work alongside a skilled team of gardeners in a wide range of garden settings with varied features including formal lawns, mixed borders, topiary, woodland planting, tender display areas, glasshouse, nursery and sports pitches.Tasks include plant propagation and cultivation, developing new planting areas, maintaining borders, pruning and specialist training of plants, mowing, hedge trimming and turf care, along with a range of seasonal tasks such as leaf raking and composting. A broad knowledge of gardening would be preferred but full training, support and guidance will be given to the right candidate. Employees' Benefits- 25 days plus bank holidays annual entitlement (pro-rata for Part-time position)- Extra day's holiday every two years, up to a maximum of 30 days holiday in total - Defined contribution pension scheme - Meal on duty if available (daily allowance) - Uniform - Training and development opportunities - Medicash health plan (after 3 months of employment) - Annual bonus scheme (varies and subject to end of year financial results) - Recruitment incentive (1.5% of the starting salary of your referral) - Social activities (e.g., end of year celebrations, garden parties, away days, etc.) - Long Service Awards (gifts from 10 to 40 years of service) How To Apply
This vacancy closed at 12.00pm on Friday 3rd May 2024.
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