At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain gardens, create relaxing spaces, and support older people's independence.
- Company: Age UK West Sussex, Brighton & Hove - a caring community-focused organisation.
- Benefits: Earn from £20 an hour with flexible hours to fit your lifestyle.
- Other info: Ongoing support provided; self-employed role with local opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact while enjoying the outdoors and helping others.
- Qualifications: Enjoy helping others, good communication skills, and able to work independently.
The predicted salary is between 20 - 20 £ per hour.
Hours: Flexible hours to suit your availability
Status: Self-employed
Locations: Across West Sussex and Brighton & Hove
Age UK West Sussex, Brighton & Hove is looking for self-employed Gardeners to support older people in their own homes. We are particularly keen to hear from people in and around Horsham, Crawley and Chichester, where demand for our service is currently high.
Your Role as a Gardener:
- General garden maintenance – mowing, weeding, pruning, tidying and planting
- Creating a safe and relaxing space – enabling older people to enjoy their gardens again
- Making a meaningful impact – supporting pride, comfort, and confidence in their home environment
About you:
- Enjoy helping others
- Can work independently
- Have good communication skills
- Can commit to a minimum of 6 hours per week
- Can travel to clients within their chosen local area
- Have the right to work in the UK
Self-employed requirements:
This is a self-employed role, and you will be responsible for your own Tax and National Insurance payments, as well as providing your own gardening tools and public liability insurance. You will also receive ongoing support from our office team to help you succeed.
Areas we cover:
- West Sussex
- Brighton & Hove
Please remember to state the town or area(s) you would like to cover when you apply.
Why join us?
- Flexible work – choose hours that suit your schedule (Monday to Saturday)
- A rewarding role – bring joy, comfort and independence to older people
- Local opportunities – across Brighton, Hove and West Sussex
Age UK West Sussex, Brighton & Hove supports thousands of older people across the region to live well, stay connected and remain independent. Our work is guided by our VIP values: Valued – Included – Passionate. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to an inclusive recruitment process. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
Gardener – Self-Employed in Chichester employer: Age UK West Sussex, Brighton and Hove
Age UK West Sussex, Brighton & Hove is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of older people. With a flexible hybrid working arrangement, a collaborative and values-driven culture, and a strong focus on employee growth, we empower our team to thrive while contributing to vital community services. Join us to be part of a mission that truly matters, where your financial leadership can drive positive change and enhance the well-being of those we serve.
Contact Details:
Age UK West Sussex, Brighton and Hove Recruitment Team
