Job Title: Horticulturist (Level 1)
Location: RHS Bridgewater, Salford
Salary: £24,757 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Usual days of work will be Monday to Friday.
Contract: 7 month fixed term contract (temporary)Overview of the Role:We are looking to recruit a temporary Level 1 position to assist with turf and other horticultural tasks, to join our supportive and friendly team.
Role requirements:
- An experienced and keen horticulturist.
- Day-to-day care, cultivation and maintenance of the turf & meadows, as well as any other horticultural tasks as required.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues.
- Provision of guidance, support and development of learners and volunteers
- Contribute to and uphold horticultural standards.
To work for the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is to join a thriving charity, whose mission is to be there for everyone on their lifelong adventure with gardening. Everything we do is built on the transformational power of gardening - and the benefits it brings to people, places and our planet.
And we couldn't do this without our people. We're proud of the knowledge, enthusiasm and ideas that each one of our team members brings. From working across our social media channels, to volunteering in the RHS Gardens, from serving customers in our garden centres to running national marketing campaigns, we believe that every member of the RHS team should have the opportunity to make a difference.
Our careers portal here provides a comprehensive overview of what we offer, the teams that work at the RHS and our great benefits .
Safeguarding and InclusionThe RHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all personnel to share in this commitment. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Please note: We may review applications as soon as we receive then so if you see a vacancy that you are interested in, please apply straight away as the vacancy will be closed as soon as we hire the right candidate. Should you require any additional support with making your application please contact Sharon Ellis at sharonellis@rhs.org.uk detailing the position and REQ number reference (found at the top of the advert) that you are applying for.
