Senior Gardener
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 01 Gorffennaf 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £27,838 i £31,459 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 11 Gorffennaf 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Oxford, Oxfordshire |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | University of Oxford |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 180339 |
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Are you a skilled and passionate horticulturist ready to take the lead on projects and mentor the next generation of green space professionals? Join our dedicated Oxford University Parks team and help maintain and enhance Oxford’s iconic landscapes - from the University Parks to the green spaces surrounding departmental buildings.
Location: South Lodge, South Parks Road, Oxford
Salary: £27,838– £31,459 per annum
Contract type: Full-time, permanent
About Us
Spanning the historic streets of the "city of dreaming spires," the University of Oxford has been ranked the world’s leading university for nine consecutive years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring environment that promotes excellence. Here, you’ll contribute to ground-breaking research that tackles global challenges - from advancing sustainability to pioneering healthcare solutions - and join a diverse, inclusive community that champions your wellbeing, development, and aspirations. Apply now to become part of our extraordinary legacy.
About the Role
As a Senior Gardener, you will take on an active and hands-on role across the University’s extensive green estate, working as part of a close-knit team to deliver high-quality grounds and horticultural maintenance. You’ll also have opportunities to lead teams on projects, support day-to-day operations, and play a key role in mentoring apprentices and developing colleagues.
Your responsibilities will span seasonal planting and lawn care, border and shrub maintenance, safe machinery operation, and implementing landscaping schemes. You’ll contribute to a wide variety of work, from specialist projects to everyday operations - with the chance to develop your own technical and leadership skills along the way.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a visible and lasting impact on the University’s green spaces, contributing to the beauty and function of the estate in support of world-leading research, teaching, and public engagement.
What We Offer
Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such as:
38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.
One of the most generous family leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay maternity and adoption leave, plus 12 weeks of full-pay paternity/partner leave.
An excellent contributory pension scheme.
Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.
Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs.
About You
You will be an experienced horticultural professional with a recognised craft qualification, confident working with a wide range of tools and equipment. You'll bring:
A relevant horticultural qualification (e.g. NVQ Level 2, City & Guilds, BTEC National Diploma, NCH)
PA1 and PA6 pesticide certification
A full driving licence
Strong practical plant knowledge and horticultural experience
The ability to lead small teams and mentor apprentices
A commitment to health and safety, team collaboration, and quality work
Sponsorship and Right to Work
This role does not meet the criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa under the UK Visa & Immigration points-based system. We are therefore unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
Application Process
To apply, please upload:
A covering letter/supporting statement
Your CV
The details of two referees
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday 11 July 2025.
Interviews will take place in the week commencing 14 July 2025, and will be held face-to-face.
We also have Gardener positions available here - https://my.corehr.com/pls/uoxrecruit/erq_jobspec_details_form.jobspec?p_id=180412
Location: South Lodge, South Parks Road, Oxford
Salary: £27,838– £31,459 per annum
Contract type: Full-time, permanent
About Us
Spanning the historic streets of the "city of dreaming spires," the University of Oxford has been ranked the world’s leading university for nine consecutive years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring environment that promotes excellence. Here, you’ll contribute to ground-breaking research that tackles global challenges - from advancing sustainability to pioneering healthcare solutions - and join a diverse, inclusive community that champions your wellbeing, development, and aspirations. Apply now to become part of our extraordinary legacy.
About the Role
As a Senior Gardener, you will take on an active and hands-on role across the University’s extensive green estate, working as part of a close-knit team to deliver high-quality grounds and horticultural maintenance. You’ll also have opportunities to lead teams on projects, support day-to-day operations, and play a key role in mentoring apprentices and developing colleagues.
Your responsibilities will span seasonal planting and lawn care, border and shrub maintenance, safe machinery operation, and implementing landscaping schemes. You’ll contribute to a wide variety of work, from specialist projects to everyday operations - with the chance to develop your own technical and leadership skills along the way.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a visible and lasting impact on the University’s green spaces, contributing to the beauty and function of the estate in support of world-leading research, teaching, and public engagement.
What We Offer
Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such as:
38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.
One of the most generous family leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay maternity and adoption leave, plus 12 weeks of full-pay paternity/partner leave.
An excellent contributory pension scheme.
Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.
Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs.
About You
You will be an experienced horticultural professional with a recognised craft qualification, confident working with a wide range of tools and equipment. You'll bring:
A relevant horticultural qualification (e.g. NVQ Level 2, City & Guilds, BTEC National Diploma, NCH)
PA1 and PA6 pesticide certification
A full driving licence
Strong practical plant knowledge and horticultural experience
The ability to lead small teams and mentor apprentices
A commitment to health and safety, team collaboration, and quality work
Sponsorship and Right to Work
This role does not meet the criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa under the UK Visa & Immigration points-based system. We are therefore unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
Application Process
To apply, please upload:
A covering letter/supporting statement
Your CV
The details of two referees
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday 11 July 2025.
Interviews will take place in the week commencing 14 July 2025, and will be held face-to-face.
We also have Gardener positions available here - https://my.corehr.com/pls/uoxrecruit/erq_jobspec_details_form.jobspec?p_id=180412