Gardener
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Position Overview & Specifications
Located in the centre of Cambridge, Trinity College is the largest of the Cambridge Colleges.
The 36 acres of garden include diverse shrub, herbaceous and annual borders as well as an impressive collection of trees. From fine turf to recreational lawns surrounded by wilder areas, with an emphasis on biodiversity, the grounds embody a wide spectrum of ecosystems.
The gardens provide a calm and tranquil space for the wellbeing and activities of the College community comprising of students, Fellowship and staff.
We are currently seeking two highly motivated and enthusiastic gardeners to join our ambitious team in the historic setting of Trinity College.
You will have a good knowledge of gardening skills and practices, an understanding of working with an important plant collection, and all that is relevant in the day to day care of diverse historic grounds.
A Horticultural qualification, preferably to RHS Level 2, is a prerequisite. The post holder will be required to operate the College horticultural machinery in a safe and competent manner and so a full valid driving licence is essential.
You should be able to work on your own for some periods of time and equally to work comfortably as part of our team.
The flexibility to adapt to our work methods and standards, and to partake in any necessary training to better fulfil your role within the team is essential.
Salary £22,685 per annum. In addition to the salary, we offer a benefits package, which includes contributory pension scheme, private health and dental care and subsidised gym (subject to eligibility).
Closing date: Wednesday 5 April 2023.
Interviews are expected to be held on Thursday 20 April 2023.
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £22,685.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Gym membership
- On-site gym
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Computer Hardware Development
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Gardener roles across Trinity College, Cambridge's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Computer Hardware Development.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £22,685 - £22,685 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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