Garden Centre Team Leader - Plants
CAPTION:
- Company: British Garden Centres
- Hours: Full-time
- Location: Chilton, OX11 0QN
- Working pattern: On-site
- Job type: Permanent
- Posting date: 3 Sept 2026
- Closing date: 17 Sept 2026
Summary
- Location: Chilton
- Contract type: Permanent
- Hours: Full Time
About Us
British Garden Centres is the UK's largest family owned garden centre group, with 80 centres nationwide. Founded by the Stubbs family, the business has grown rapidly through significant expansion and acquisitions, evolving from its first site at Woodthorpe Garden Centre into a national brand.
The group now includes garden centres, restaurants, nurseries and distribution centres, employing more than 3,500 colleagues across the UK. Despite its scale, British Garden Centres maintains strong family values, a community focus, and a commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive environment for both customers and employees.
At British Garden Centres, not only do we aim to deliver a great experience in our Centres, but we go above and beyond in creating an exceptional customer service experience too.
We are looking for a Team Leader Plants to work in this fast paced and very customer focused Centre. The successful candidate will be highly motivated, approachable and have excellent people skills with a positive "can do" attitude plus a keen eye for detail.
The successful candidate should be physically fit as this is a very hands on role and some heavy lifting will be involved. Forklift truck license would be an advantage although not essential as training will be given.
Experience in building or similar retail experience is preferred.
2 years of plant knowledge a must, previous work within horticulture required.
What we Offer:
Benefits include onsite car parking and staff discount at our Garden Centres and Restaurants as well as the Woodthorpe Leisure Park.
- Hours per Week: 35 Hours per Week Including Weekends
We are looking for a Team Leader Plants to work in this fast paced and very customer focused Centre. The successful candidate will be highly motivated, approachable and have excellent people skills with a positive "can do" attitude plus a keen eye for detail.
The successful candidate should be physically fit as this is a very hands on role and some heavy lifting will be involved. Forklift truck license would be an advantage although not essential as training will be given.
Experience in building or similar retail experience is preferred.
2 years of plant knowledge a must, previous work within horticulture required.
British Garden Centres is the UK's largest family owned garden centre group, with 80 centres nationwide. Founded by the Stubbs family, the business has grown rapidly through significant expansion and acquisitions, evolving from its first site at Woodthorpe Garden Centre into a national brand.
The group now includes garden centres, restaurants, nurseries and distribution centres, employing more than 3,500 colleagues across the UK. Despite its scale, British Garden Centres maintains strong family values, a community focus, and a commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive environment for both customers and employees.
At British Garden Centres, not only do we aim to deliver a great experience in our Centres, but we go above and beyond in creating an exceptional customer service experience too.
Benefits include onsite car parking and staff discount at our Garden Centres and Restaurants as well as the Woodthorpe Leisure Park.
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Garden Centre Team Leader - Plants in Chilton employer: British Garden Centres
British Garden Centres in Enfield is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that values teamwork and innovation in the horticultural sector. Employees benefit from comprehensive training and development opportunities, ensuring personal and professional growth while working in a dynamic environment surrounded by nature enthusiasts. With a commitment to customer satisfaction and staff motivation, this role provides a rewarding experience for those passionate about plants and gardening.
