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This is a brilliant opportunity to begin your horticultural career in a hands-on, inspiring environment. Working across the gardens and wider estate, you will build practical skills, grow your plant knowledge, and learn from experienced mentors while progressing towards a Level 2 Horticulture and Landscape Operative qualification. No two days will be the same, and every day will bring the chance to learn something new. A fantastic workshop program will enhance your horticultural skills and regular plant identification sessions will extend your plant knowledge. In the second year there will be an opportunity to undertake a bursary placement to a garden of your choice, to broaden your horticultural skills.
Job Responsibility:
Work across multiple garden teams including Ornamental, Kitchen Garden, Woodland, Turf, and Nursery
Assist with a wide variety of horticultural tasks
Attend weekly college study day at Cannington College, Bridgwater
Create a weekly journal of your time in the garden to build portfolio for assessment
Attend weekly college study sessions
Take part in regular plant identification assessments
Support the delivery of garden tours and workshops
Develop and maintain an allocated area of the garden
Requirements:
Interest in plants and horticulture
Strong work ethic
Eagerness to learn and develop new skills
Ability and willingness to work outdoors in varying conditions
Reliable, organised, and punctual approach to work
Effective communication with colleagues and visitors
Curious, proactive, and open-minded attitude
Basic Microsoft Office skills for documentation and research
What we offer:
Employee Life Cover (2x salary)
Employee Assistance Programme (unlimited 24/7 remote GP appointments)
Complimentary access to Spa and swimming pools
50% off Spa Treatments
Complimentary use of gym and wellbeing classes
Cycle to Work scheme
Complimentary staff meal
30% discount on shops and online
free delivery
Complimentary garden membership for The Newt and partner gardens (Eden Project, Kew Gardens, The Lost Gardens of Heligan)
Newt Awards colleague recognition programme (incl. complimentary Hotel Stay)
Discounted hotel stays and 30% discount at restaurants
Regular team engagement activities (Fun Squad events)