At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain stunning gardens and support productive growing in a beautiful estate.
- Company: A prestigious private estate near Otley, West Yorkshire.
- Benefits: Competitive salary of £45,000+, flexible working options, and a rewarding environment.
- Other info: Full-time role with potential for part-time flexibility.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and make a real impact on gorgeous gardens.
- Qualifications: Experience in gardening and strong horticultural skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Gardener to join a large private estate near Otley in a senior, hands-on role. Working alongside the current gardener, this position would suit a highly skilled and knowledgeable horticulturalist who can provide expert support across the formal gardens, flower beds and productive kitchen garden.
The estate extends to approximately 22 acres, although the focus of this role will be the formal gardens immediately surrounding the property. These include a large, terraced garden planted with a mix of shrubs and herbaceous borders, a formal parterre, a hornbeam walk, and a rose-covered colonnade-style pergola leading to a terraced dining area. The grounds also include a walled garden, which provides cut flowers for the house as well as a wide selection of seasonal fruit and vegetables, together with a traditional glasshouse.
- Maintaining the formal gardens, terraces, herbaceous borders, parterre and planted areas to a high standard.
- Caring for the walled garden, including seasonal fruit, vegetables and cut flowers for the house.
- Supporting the current gardener with day-to-day horticultural tasks and ongoing garden development.
- Managing planting, pruning, propagation, watering, weeding and general garden maintenance.
- Maintaining the traditional glasshouse and supporting productive growing throughout the seasons.
- Working alongside external contractors where required, while focusing primarily on the formal and productive garden areas.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced and confident gardener with strong practical horticultural skills and a genuine passion for private estate gardening. They should be comfortable working as part of a small team, be able to use their initiative, and be capable of maintaining high standards across both ornamental and productive garden areas.
This is offered as a full-time position, although a minimum three-day week may also be considered for the right candidate. Salary: £45,000+ gross per annum, depending on experience. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled gardener to take on a senior role within a beautiful private estate setting, working with established gardens and productive growing areas in a varied and rewarding position.
To apply, please email your CV to laura@greycoatlumleys.co.uk.
Senior Gardener Job in Otley employer: Greycoat Lumleys
Join a prestigious private estate near Otley, West Yorkshire, where your expertise as a Senior Gardener will be valued in maintaining and enhancing stunning formal gardens and productive growing areas. Enjoy a supportive work culture that fosters collaboration and creativity, with opportunities for professional growth in a picturesque setting that combines tradition with the beauty of nature. This role not only offers competitive remuneration but also the chance to work in a serene environment that celebrates horticultural excellence.
