Estate Gardener in Stratford-upon-Avon

Wilmcote, Warwickshire (near Stratford-upon-Avon & Alcester) | Full-Time, Permanent | Private Estate £15.00 – £17.00 per hour DOE / 37.5 hrs per week / Flexible working days / Study support available

Are you passionate about horticulture and looking to grow your career on a beautiful private estate near Stratford-upon-Avon? We are recruiting on behalf of our client – the owner of a historic private estate in Wilmcote, Warwickshire – for a Junior Estate Gardener to join their small, dedicated grounds team. Whether you are an experienced horticultural professional or an enthusiastic junior ready to take the next step, this is a rare opportunity to work with stunning formal gardens, landscaped areas, and wild spaces in a truly picturesque setting.

If you see a lawn and immediately want to stripe it to perfection, or find joy in coaxing roses into bloom and nurturing herbaceous borders, this is the perfect role for you.

What are the day-to-day duties of this Junior Estate Gardener role?

• Lawn & Border Care: Maintaining lawns, borders, hedges, trees, and pathways to an exceptional standard
• Horticultural Maintenance: Planting, pruning, weeding, deadheading, mulching, and seasonal leaf clearance
• Greenhouse Work: Assisting with propagation, greenhouse management, and ongoing plant care
• Estate Development: Collaborating directly with the estate owner to bring new garden concepts and seasonal planting plans to life

What skills and experience do I need for this gardening job in Warwickshire?

This is an ideal opportunity for a junior or early-career gardener with a genuine passion for the outdoors. No formal qualifications are required — our client is happy to support the right person in studying towards one.

Essential:

• A genuine interest in gardening, horticulture, or grounds maintenance
• Good physical fitness and a hands‑on, practical approach
• A reliable, proactive attitude with pride in the quality of your work

Desirable:

• Experience working in a private estate, large residential garden, or similar setting
• Knowledge of seasonal planting, propagation, or greenhouse management
• Any horticultural qualifications (RHS or similar) — though not essential

What is the salary for a Junior Estate Gardener near Stratford-upon-Avon?

This role offers a competitive rate of £15.00 to £17.00 per hour, depending on experience— equivalent to approximately £29,250 – £33,150 per annum, based on a 37.5-hour week. This is an excellent rate for a junior horticultural role in Warwickshire and reflects our client's commitment to attracting genuine talent.

Benefits at a glance

• Pay £15.00 – £17.00 per hour depending on experience
• Hours Full-time, permanent — 37.5 hours per week
• Flexibility Flexibility around working days and hours to suit the right candidate
• Work environment A peaceful, picturesque, and historically significant private estate in Wilmcote, Warwickshire
• Autonomy True ownership of a stunning estate — your work will genuinely show every single day
• Study support The opportunity to study towards a recognised horticultural qualification whilst working

Is this the right gardening job for you?

This is a rare permanent gardening role in Warwickshire that offers far more than just day-to-day maintenance. You will have the chance to genuinely shape and develop a beautiful estate, work alongside a passionate owner, and build a long-term career in horticulture in one of the most scenic parts of the Midlands. If you are searching for junior gardener jobs near Stratford-upon-Avon, Alcester, Redditch, or across Warwickshire, and want a permanent role with flexibility, a strong hourly rate, and real scope for professional development — we would love to hear from you.

We are an equal opportunities employer.