Gardener - Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom - Stockton Lodge Care Home

Stockton Lodge Care Home

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Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Job Summary:

We are currently seeking a skilled and dedicated Gardener to join our team in a care home setting to create a welcoming, pleasant and safe environment for all residents and visitors to the home by attending to and maintaining the external grounds of the Home throughout the year.

As a Gardener, you will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing the appearance of our gardens and landscapes. This is a hands-on role that requires knowledge and experience in gardening techniques, plant care, and landscape maintenance.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for ensuring the gardens and grounds, including shrubbery, flower beds and lawns are in good condition
Providing a safe and pleasant external environment, to allow optimum usage and enjoyment of the grounds for residents and visitors to the home
Keeping the flowerbeds and pots maintained and flowering to reflect the seasons.
Keeping the drive ways and car parks as free from leaves and snow/ice etc as possible in the Autumn/Winter
Positively influencing the reputation of the home by creating a welcoming, colourful and wellmaintained first impression.
Able to involve residents in the planning of gardening and landscaping activity and support to residents wishing to participate in gardening activity
Taking care of items of equipment, including general cleanliness and advising on any faults and the need for maintenance or replacement
Responsible for the safe and tidy storage of supplies and equipment
Requirements:
Proven experience in gardening or grounds keeping
Knowledge of different plant species, their care requirements, and growth patterns
Familiarity with power tools and hand tools used in gardening
Ability to operate irrigation systems effectively
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
Physical stamina to perform manual labour in various weather conditions
Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks
Good communication skills to work effectively with team members