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Lead Gardener - Garden Maintenance & Soft Landscaping\n\n£30,000-£34,000 DOE | Full‑Time | Permanent\n Putney, South West London\n\nAn excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Lead Gardener to join a well‑established garden design, build and maintenance company delivering high‑quality garden care across South West London. This role is ideal for a knowledgeable, hands‑on gardener who takes pride in their work and enjoys maintaining gardens to an exceptional standard.\n\nYou'll work across a varied portfolio of residential gardens, leading small teams on site and taking responsibility for daily maintenance, presentation, and client satisfaction. This is a senior maintenance role for someone confident in practical horticulture, seasonal planning, and soft landscaping works.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nCarry out high‑quality garden maintenance across a range of residential and commercial properties\nLead and support a Gardener, working typically in teams of two\nMaintain up to three gardens per day to a consistently high standard\nUndertake all core horticultural tasks including pruning, lawn care, plant care, and border maintenance\nOperate and maintain power tools safely, including strimmers, hedge cutters, mowers, and blowers\nIdentify pests, diseases, and plant health issues, implementing appropriate treatments\nImplement soft landscaping schemes as required\nCommunicate professionally with clients, providing a reliable and friendly service\nTake pride in presentation, organisation, and ownership of assigned gardensWhat We're Looking For\n\nA minimum of 3 years' experience in practical amenity horticulture\nStrong horticultural knowledge across plants, pruning, lawn care, and seasonal tasks\nExperience leading or mentoring others within a gardening or maintenance setting\nConfident using all standard gardening tools and equipment\nAble to work independently while also contributing positively to a team environment\nWell‑presented, punctual, and professional at all times\nFormal horticultural qualifications are an advantage but not essential\nGood communication skills and a positive, flexible attitude\nFull UK driving licence requiredWhat's on Offer\n\n£30,000-£34,000 DOE\nPermanent, full‑time position with consistent workload\nCompany vehicle, uniform, and pension provided\nOpportunity to work on a diverse range of high‑quality gardens across London\nSupportive team environment within a respected horticultural businessIf you're an experienced gardener who enjoys leading by example and delivering gardens you can be proud of, I'd be happy to discuss this opportunity further.\n\nFor more information, please contact Stanley at MorePeople on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

Allotment Co-ordinator/Skilled Gardener Location: Kensington Gardens Hourly Rate: £16.24 Contract: Permanent, Full-time Working Hours: Monday-Friday, 07:00-15:30 About the Role Join our team at The Royal Parks and help shape a thriving, biodiverse allotment space at one of London's most iconic green locations. We're looking for a skilled, passionate horticulturist with a talent for growing food, nurturing volunteers, and contributing to the wider horticultural work of Kensington Gardens. This is a unique role that blends hands-on allotment management with broader horticultural responsibilities. You'll spend 50% of your time supporting core horticultural operations across the park, and 50% leading the allotment garden - developing planting plans, supporting volunteers, and helping us engage the public with sustainable growing. As the Allotment Coordinator / Skilled Gardener, you will: Maintain the allotment gardens to the highest standard. Implement the annual growing plan and help develop future planting plans with volunteers. Order seeds and supplies through approved channels. Lead, support and supervise volunteers, including organising sessions, recording attendance, and maintaining clear communication by email and phone. Deliver engaging volunteer sessions to build gardening skills and knowledge. Work with the Help Nature Thrive and Engagement teams to support public events such as open days and local outreach activities. Liaise with The Royal Parks, Capel Manor College, and onsite teams to support effective allotment operations. Follow all Royal Parks risk assessments, policies and safe working procedures. Contribute to wider horticultural tasks across the park for 50% of your time, under the direction of the Head Gardener and Chargehand.What We're Looking For Essential: Experience managing and supporting volunteers. Experience working with diverse groups and a strong commitment to inclusion. Horticultural qualification or equivalent experience. Working knowledge of food growing, biodiversity and developing planting plans for community gardens. Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills with good attention to detail. Strong organisational and time?management abilities. Commitment to The Royal Parks' values: responsible, excellent, inclusive, open and respectful. Passion for sustainable and organic food growing.Desirable: Experience delivering public events. Experience managing a public access garden or allotment. Understanding of health and wellbeing benefits of food growing. Understanding of safeguarding related to volunteer management (or willingness to undertake training). Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends.Why Join Us? The Royal Parks manage some of the UK's most cherished green spaces, welcoming over 77 million visits annually. In this role, you'll make a genuine impact - supporting biodiversity, engaging local communities, and helping volunteers grow their skills and confidence. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Benefits 21 days holiday plus bank holidays. Workwear & PPE provided. Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave. Support for personal and professional challenges. Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more. Secure your future - competitive pension scheme and resources to manage your finances. Colleague of the month and annual awards. Two days per year to support a cause of your choice. Comprehensive resources and support.About our client We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry. We understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of £250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK. Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all

We’re looking for a Head Gardener to lead a team of staff and volunteers and to guide the care and future development of the gardens across the North Warwickshire Portfolio consisting of Baddesley Clinton, Charlecote Park, Packwood. You will be heading up a team of experienced, dedicated and creat

There is much scope for an experienced and knowledgeable Head Gardener or a qualified and skilled gardener looking to move up into the role to continue to develop many of its wonderful natural features. The Head Gardener will be responsible for the management of one part‑time gardening staff, main

A leading conservation charity in the United Kingdom seeks a Head Gardener to lead a team of staff and volunteers in the North Warwickshire Portfolio.

Live out Head Gardener job near Newbury in Berkshire. An excellent opportunity has become available for a Head Gardener who is hands on, creative, enthusiastic and who can project manage and work independently. This Head Gardener will have solid experience.

A family-run garden shop in the UK seeks an experienced Indoor Living Department Manager to lead their indoor plant and homeware departments.This hands-on role involves managing a small team, ensuring exceptional customer service, and maintaining visual standards.Responsibilities include overseeing

We’re looking for a Head Gardener to lead a team of staff and volunteers and guide the care and future development of the gardens across the North Warwickshire Portfolio consisting of Baddesley Clinton, Charlecote Park, Packwood. You will be heading up a team of experienced, dedicated and creative

A prestigious educational institution in the UK is seeking a Senior Gardener to lead the gardens team.

This includes leading a small team, consisting of one employed gardener, volunteers, freelance gardeners and contractors , you will work towards maintaining the overall appearances of the gardens and grounds throughout the Museum site to a very high standard throughout the year. The Head Gardener wi

A leading horticultural firm is offering a full-time Head Gardener position in a stunning historical garden located southeast of Exeter.

A prestigious resort in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head Gardener to lead and manage the gardening team.

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Job Vacancy: Head Gardener at Foxhills Collection.

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Assistant Head Housekeeper - London. Assistant Head Housekeeper | Up to £19. We are looking for a Assistant Head Housekeeper to join our growing team.

Shift Pattern: Working 5 days a week (can differ each week) a mixture of early shifts starting at 5.You are a key player in the team and you ensure our lounges are always pristine-clean.You pride yourself on the lounge being spotlessly clean front & back, it’s always guest ready.As a Housekeeper y

Arla Foods Warehouse Operative Arla Foods, Oswestry Dairy, SY10 8NL About the job Arla Foods Oswestry are looking for Warehouse Operatives to join the team on a permanent basis.At our Arla Oswestry site we pack circa 79,000 tonnes or cheese annually, 1620 tonnes per week.This includes supplying

We are looking for 3 Daily Housekeepers for our client's townhouse in Knightsbridge, London.Working with a small dedicated team reporting to a House Manager, in a large house maintained to a impeccable high standard, candidates need to enjoy working in an environment which requires constant attentio

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Summer University Accommodation Cleaners Required (June-September).Location - East London (Mile End)Pay rate - £14.Shift hours - 9am-3pm shiftsRota - 25+ hours per week, ANY DAYS OUT OF 7 DAYS, ROTA BASIS.We are supporting a major East London university in recruiting a large team of cleaners for th

Head Housekeeper - Historic Country House Hotel | North Hampshire | £37,000 + Service Charge (c.

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Head Housekeeper – Prestigious Countryside Estate, South of England. Silver & Bow are seeking an experienced Head Housekeeper for an UHNW countryside estate in a well-connected rural location in the South of England. Proven experience in a senior or Head Housekeeper role within a UHNW househol

The Dorchester, recognised as one of The Sunday Times Top 10 Best Places to Work for in 2024 & 2025 and Hotel of the year London at the 2024 AA Hospitality Awards.We continually strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is part of our DNA, reflected in our values of passion, persona

As a seasonal Gardener, you will support the permanent gardening team with a wide range of horticultural tasks, including planting, weeding, grass-cutting, dead-heading, and general garden maintenance.

Live in Housekeeper, Holland Park, £45k - £50k gpa plus accommodation.A lovely family is looking for a live in housekeeper to join their team.The home is large and beautifully kept but has a relaxed, family feel.You’ll take care of daily cleaning, laundry, and some light cooking, ensuring the ho

Warehouse Operative – Walthamstow.M4 Specialist are currently recruiting for a reliable and hardworking Warehouse Operative to join a busy and fast-paced operation based in Walthamstow.This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work and being part of a supportive team environment.

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