Gardener

About the Role

This position involves a broad array of horticultural responsibilities, including planting trees, shrubs, maintaining natural grasslands, and arranging bedding schemes. Daily maintenance duties will include mowing, pruning, digging, and strimming. The role requires proficient use of specialized machinery and power tools, alongside meticulous record-keeping to ensure all equipment is safely maintained and operational. You will also be encouraged to contribute innovative ideas to enhance and evolve the garden areas inline with strategic development goals.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate various horticultural equipment and machinery safely and efficiently.
• Perform physically demanding manual labor tasks related to garden maintenance.
• Participate in rotational duties for winter gritting and ice clearing.
• Collaborate on initiatives to improve garden quality and execute planned landscaping projects.
• Work a 5 out of 7 day schedule that includes occasional weekend shifts to cover university events, with specifics discussed during interview.

Candidate Profile

• Possess at least a Level 2 diploma in horticulture or an equivalent qualification.
• Have experience in residential, commercial, or public garden environments.
• Understand landscape designs and bedding plans comprehensively.
• Demonstrate extensive gardening knowledge.
• Capable of completing essential administrative paperwork related to the role.
• Show genuine enthusiasm and passion for horticulture.
• Exhibit strong teamwork skills and a cooperative work ethic.
• Meet education standards equivalent to GCSE level.

Additional Information

The University of Warwick maintains extensive, award-winning gardens across a 715-acre campus, with plans to enhance its reputation as one of the UK's best university gardens. This role offers substantial training and development opportunities within a highly regarded institution. Benefits include generous annual leave—including four days at Christmas—flexible working options, support for family-friendly policies, and discounted access to the university's sports and wellness facilities, including a climbing center. Other perks include an Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential guidance and advice, free eye testing, and Costco membership discounts.

This position is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, so candidates must already have the right to work in the UK.

About the Organization

The University of Warwick is a prestigious research-intensive institution established in 1965, ranked within the top 100 universities worldwide. It is committed to inclusion, supporting a diverse staff community, and removing barriers for talent across economic, social, and cultural backgrounds.

Application Details

Applicants should submit a CV and cover letter demonstrating fulfillment of the job requirements with clear examples. The application deadline is Thursday 20th August 2026 at 11:55 pm UK time. Interviews and start dates will be communicated later.