Groundskeeper in Totnes

• Groundskeeper – Dartington Estate
• Part-time | 3 days per week (22.5 hours)
• 3-month fixed-term contract
• 1 part-time position available
• Location: Dartington, South Devon
• Start date: ASAP

Do you enjoy working outdoors and take pride in keeping gardens and outdoor spaces looking their best?

We're looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Groundskeeper to join our Land Team and help maintain the beautiful grounds of Dartington Estate.

This is a great opportunity for someone with practical gardening or grounds maintenance experience who enjoys hands-on outdoor work and being part of a small, supportive team.

The main focus of the role will be maintaining our formal gardens, helping to ensure they remain attractive, tidy and welcoming throughout the year.

You will also provide practical support with grounds maintenance across the wider estate when required.

About the Role

Working alongside the Estate Gardener, Gardens Volunteer Coordinator and wider Land Team, your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out grass cutting, strimming, edging and hedge cutting.
• Undertaking weeding, seasonal maintenance and general garden clearance.
• Maintaining pathways, borders, verges and other outdoor areas.
• Helping keep the wider estate safe, tidy and presentable.
• Operating and maintaining grounds maintenance equipment safely.
• Supporting the preparation and clearance of outdoor areas for estate events and activities.

About You

We're looking for someone who

• Has practical experience or knowledge of gardening, grounds maintenance or similar outdoor work.
• Enjoys practical, hands-on work and working outdoors throughout the year.
• Can use grounds maintenance equipment safely or is willing to undertake relevant training.
• Is reliable, organised and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Has a positive attitude and is willing to adapt to changing priorities.

What We Offer

• Flexible working arrangements, with working days agreed to meet operational requirements.
• Paid holiday entitlement.
• Pension contribution (where applicable).
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• The opportunity to contribute to the care and presentation of Dartington's beautiful gardens and wider estate.
• A supportive and friendly working environment.

Please note: We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications and appoint a suitable candidate before the advertised closing date.

We therefore encourage early applications.

About Dartington Trust

Dartington Trust is an innovative charitable organisation set within a unique 800-acre estate in South Devon.

Our Grade II Listed Gardens are at the heart of the estate, providing beautiful spaces for visitors, supporting biodiversity, inspiring learning and bringing people together through community engagement.

Why Join Us?

We are a family-friendly employer, offering enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay, alongside flexible working options to support a healthy work-life balance.

As part of the Dartington team, you'll enjoy access to our beautiful estate, including woodland walks, riverside trails, cafés, restaurants and family-friendly activities.

Employees also benefit from

Estate benefits

• Free access to Dartington's gardens for you and your immediate family or a guest.
• Free parking across the estate.
• Complimentary tea and coffee in the workplace.
• Discounts at the Shops at Dartington, Barn Cinema and The White Hart.
• Discounted hotel accommodation, room hire and wedding packages.
• Discounted membership at The Space Health & Fitness.
• Training and professional development opportunities.

Dartington Trust is an equal opportunities employer.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.