Gardener

Gardener

Reports to:

Maintenance Manager / Registered Managers

Hours:

30 hours per week

Salary: £19,047.60 (pro rata’d)

The Caldecott Foundation has been helping children build a future for over 110 years. We provide schools, homes and therapeutic services to children and young people. We are passionate about improving outcomes for our young people, encouraging life skills, and developing their social skills through play and education, whilst having fun. We pride ourselves on providing our children and young people with exciting opportunities and an outstanding environment to live in.

We are looking for someone to provide gardening and assistance with maintenance at our properties and grounds to ensure that they are kept safe, secure and in good condition. Working to a high standard, in a safe and secure manner, whilst being sensitive to the needs of the staff and young people in the building.

Someone who:

• Can carry out a variety of planned and reactive gardening tasks, varying in nature, including Upkeep of the gardens and outdoor areas, Strimming, mowing, planting, weeding, tending to the plants, leaf blowing, Keeping outdoor spaces clear of litter, moss and debris, Operating and maintaining gardening machinery.
• Has a Full, UK, Valid Driving Licence, with access to a car.
• Has a Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a horticulture role.
• Is practical and enjoys working outside.

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for more information.

As the role is physically demanding the applicant must have the ability to lift and handle large/heavy objects, be able to bend, reach, push, pull, load, unload climb and work safely lity to predominantly work on their feet during working hours and through the course of the day.

The benefits you receive will increase over time in recognition of your commitment and dedication and include:

• Salary: £19,047.60 (pro rata’d)
• a health cashback scheme (which covers you and up to four children).
• a matched company pension scheme with up to 5% matched employer contributions.
• an employee assistance programme.
• vouchers and discounts off retail, food, and entertainment.
• a cycle to work scheme.
• will writing service.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team where everyone feels valued, respected and able to be themselves. The children and young people we support come from many different backgrounds, and we believe our workforce should reflect and celebrate that diversity. We welcome applications from people of all ages, backgrounds and lived experiences who share our commitment to helping children build brighter futures.

Please click apply.

Please note, the Caldecott Foundation is committed to safeguarding children. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check in line with safer recruitment guidelines.

Closing date:
Friday 16th January 2026