Gardener Fr7 - Diss, United Kingdom - Kingsley Healthcare Ltd
Description
ABOUT THE ROLE:
We are looking for a dedicated, experienced Gardener to work at Oaklands Care Home.
As the Gardener you will have the responsibility for keeping the grounds and gardens surrounding the homes in good order.
You will:
- Install and maintain seasonal plants
- Mow, trim and fertilize green spaces
- Mulch, edge and weed gardens
- Prune and trim trees and bushes
- Maintain all gardening equipment and machinery, like mowers, trimmers and leaf blowers
- Monitor and maintain the health of plants
- Deal with pest problems that could damage plants
- Keep gardens and green spaces clear of debris and litter
Kingsley Healthcare is a family owned national care home operator rated as one of the top 20 large groups by We are one of the fastest growing healthcare companies in the sector.
Criteria / Person Specification:
- Experience as a Gardener (plants, grasses and flowers)
- Familiarity with landscaping design
- Own transport required
- Extensive knowledge of regional plant life
- Knowledge of local pests and how to eliminate them
- Knowledge of synthetic and natural fertilizers
- Knowledge of state health and safety regulations for landscaping
- The ability to lift heavy objects
- The ability to remain on your feet for long periods of time
- A love of the outdoors and plant life
Benefits:
- Paid Breaks
- Referafriend
- Reward Gateway discounts, wellbeing, employee assistance & much more
- Comprehensive induction and paid training programme with career prospects
- Excellent working environment
- Cost of DBS
- We are a Living Wage Employer
- T&C's apply
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