Gardens & Grounds Keeper – Create Calm Outdoor Spaces

Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 24,000 - GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care home provider is seeking a Gardener to maintain grounds and create an engaging environment for residents in Edinburgh. This role involves ensuring outdoor areas are safe and tidy, and participating in gardening competitions. Ideal candidates are passionate about gardening, possess health and safety knowledge, and are team players focused on residents' well-being. Competitive salary and rewards package, including free learning opportunities and profit share scheme are offered.

Benefits

Free learning and development

Profit share scheme

Holiday, retail and leisure discounts

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Passion for the outdoors and gardening.
• Patient and empathetic approach towards residents.
• Trustworthy and professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Maintain gardens and outdoor areas to high standards.
• Look after equipment and structures like fencing.
• Participate in the 'Barchester in Bloom' competition.

Skills

General gardening experience

Understanding of health and safety

Ability to use garden treatment chemicals

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

A leading care home provider is seeking a Gardener to maintain grounds and create an engaging environment for residents in Edinburgh. This role involves ensuring outdoor areas are safe and tidy, and participating in gardening competitions. Ideal candidates are passionate about gardening, possess health and safety knowledge, and are team players focused on residents' well-being. Competitive salary and rewards package, including free learning opportunities and profit share scheme are offered.