Gardener (with driving licence)
| Posting date: | 23 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £15.39 to £19.96 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | £15.39 paye (Equivalent to £19.96 umbrella) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 September 2025 |
| Location: | Southwark, South East London |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Neway International Ltd |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 1609796 |
Summary
Neway International is seeking a Gardener to join our client based with Southwark Council.
Contract: 13 October 2025 – 5 January 2026 (likely to be extended)
Hours: 36 per week | Monday–Friday, 07:30–15:00
Rate: £15.39 PAYE / £19.96 Umbrella
Southwark Council is seeking a skilled and reliable Gardener to join its Environment, Sustainability and Leisure team. This temporary role fills a gap left by unsuccessful permanent recruitment and offers a hands-on opportunity to help maintain the borough’s green spaces.
About the Role
You’ll be part of a dedicated team responsible for maintaining public gardens, parks, and landscaped areas. The work includes grass cutting, shrub maintenance, and general horticultural duties. A UK driving licence is essential, and trailer experience is desirable.
Key Responsibilities
Operate machinery and tools for grass cutting and shrub work
Carry out routine garden maintenance across council-managed sites
Drive council vehicles to and from work locations (trailer experience desirable)
Follow health and safety procedures, including manual handling protocols
Work independently and as part of a team to meet daily targets
Ideal Candidate
Minimum 1 year of professional gardening experience
UK driving licence (essential); trailer experience (desirable)
Relevant horticultural qualification (desirable)
Manual Handling Certificate (required)
Reliable, self-motivated, and physically fit for outdoor work
Able to work Monday to Friday, 07:30–15:00
Contract: 13 October 2025 – 5 January 2026 (likely to be extended)
Hours: 36 per week | Monday–Friday, 07:30–15:00
Rate: £15.39 PAYE / £19.96 Umbrella
Southwark Council is seeking a skilled and reliable Gardener to join its Environment, Sustainability and Leisure team. This temporary role fills a gap left by unsuccessful permanent recruitment and offers a hands-on opportunity to help maintain the borough’s green spaces.
About the Role
You’ll be part of a dedicated team responsible for maintaining public gardens, parks, and landscaped areas. The work includes grass cutting, shrub maintenance, and general horticultural duties. A UK driving licence is essential, and trailer experience is desirable.
Key Responsibilities
Operate machinery and tools for grass cutting and shrub work
Carry out routine garden maintenance across council-managed sites
Drive council vehicles to and from work locations (trailer experience desirable)
Follow health and safety procedures, including manual handling protocols
Work independently and as part of a team to meet daily targets
Ideal Candidate
Minimum 1 year of professional gardening experience
UK driving licence (essential); trailer experience (desirable)
Relevant horticultural qualification (desirable)
Manual Handling Certificate (required)
Reliable, self-motivated, and physically fit for outdoor work
Able to work Monday to Friday, 07:30–15:00