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For Companies We are the independent charity that loves and looks after six of the most wonderful palaces in the world.The palaces are the setting for the stories that shape us all, and were bringing them to people in ways that mean more to them.We want everyone to find themselves in the spaces and stories we share.
Departments: Gardens & Estates
Home Palace: Hampton Court Palace
Status: Temporary/Seasonal
Salary: £25,928 per annum pro rata plus an AHSupplement of 2 hours per week equating to £1,440.44 pa pro rata. Subject to April pay review.
Salary Rate: Pro Rata
Days/Hours of work: Seasonal Full-time role available
May to November 2026
2 x Full-time: 5 days out of 7 per week
About the role and about you
Come and help us in the Garden this Summer!
We are the independent charity that loves and looks after six of the most wonderful palaces in the world. The palaces are the setting for the stories that shape us all, andwerebringing them to people in ways that mean more to them. We want everyone to find themselves in the spaces and stories we share.
As a seasonal GardeneratHampton Courtyou will be supporting our full-time team with tasks such asplanting, weeding, grass-cutting,dead-heading, and much more.Youllbe assigned to work in a particular garden area, whichyoullhelpmaintainto the highest standards, while alsodelivering a customer service in keeping with our royal standard to all our visitors.
Previousgarden maintenance experience isimportant, andadriverslicence is an advantage. At times you will be on your own so having the ability and experience to work independently with minimal supervision is part of this role althoughcare and enthusiasm are just as important. You willalsoneed todemonstrateexcellent communicationandteam working skills.
You will be someone who enjoys working outdoors,who is reliable, and enthusiastic, and witha suitable level of fitnessin order tocarry out the fundamental requirements of the job profile.
If you think this is the right role for you,we can offer one of the most spectacular working environments around andtheopportunityto explorewhata new career in horticulturewould be like.
Closing Date: 15thApril 2026
Historic Royal Palaces is an equal opportunities employer and truly values a diverse workforce. Applications are welcome from candidates regardless of their background.
We are also committed to high quality Safeguarding practices and to ensure everyone is kept safe in our palaces. We have procedures in place to ensure this commitment is delivered and will deal firmly and swiftly with anyone representing our charity who does not meet our required standards
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Contact Detail:
Historic Royal Palaces Recruiting Team