This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic horticulturist to join the garden team at Nunnington Hall. This will be a 2-year fixed-term, full-time position to support the garden team during the delivery of an exciting project to re-design a key section of the garden.

As well as supporting the Head Gardener through this exciting project, there will be opportunities to work on other garden sustainability and interpretation projects, helping to raise our profile as the key organic garden in the North of England.

Interviews to be held: Thursday 6th April

If you have any questions about this role please contact: nick.fraser@nationaltrust.org.uk

Nunnington Hall is a wonderful property, nestled on the banks of the river Rye situated on the southern edge of the North York Moors, about 45 minutes north of York.

The gardens have been managed organically for over 20 years and we balance the need for high levels of garden presentation with the need to garden with nature in mind. The formal infrastructure is balanced with natural planting. The garden is well known for its wildflower meadows, traditional orchards, long mixed borders, Iris Garden and its productive ‘Cutting Garden’ growing seasonal produce and showcasing our composting systems.

As a key member of the garden team you will report directly to the Head Gardener and be working closely with the Gardener and the volunteer team. We are a close-knit property team working collaboratively to look after the special places we care for.

Nunnington hall is open to the public with historic rooms, a tearoom and a changeable programme of art exhibitions.

You'll support the existing garden team through the delivery of an exciting project to re-imagine and re-design the Iris Garden, a key part of Nunnington Hall’s Garden.

Working closely with the existing garden and visitor experience team to support in delivery of the garden design project as well as taking a key role in updating our garden interpretation, plant labelling and plant databasing.

Supporting on delivery of these projects as well as working closely with the Head Gardener, the gardener, and the volunteer team to maintain high levels of garden presentation and help in delivering key property events.

Please also read the full role profile attached to this advert

• You'll have a passion for Horticulture
• A good level of practical gardening experience
• RHS level 2 or equivalent
• Enthusiasm to garden in an organic, sustainable and nature friendly way
• A good knowledge of plants, plant husbandry and horticultural techniques
• Competent with garden machinery and equipment
• Effective collaboration skills
• Some understanding of garden design
• Experience of working with volunteers
• Good communication and engagement skills enabling positive relationships both internally and externally
• Some experience of IT and computer applications.

The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.

• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary

• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)

• Tax free childcare scheme

• Rental deposit loan scheme

• Season ticket loan

• Perks at work discounts i.e. gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts

• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.

• Flexible working whenever possible

• Employee assistance programme

• Free parking at most locations

• Independent financial advice

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