Gardener at St Monica Trust

, , United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jul, 26

Salary

13.64

Posted On

02 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Communication, Customer Service, Gardening, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Health and Safety, Time Management, Practical Skills, Reliability, Adaptability, Attention to Detail, Cultural Awareness, Basic Maintenance, Driving, Emergency Response, Relationship Building

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Key Results Undertake all gardening and grounds duties for the Trust, including the maintenance of lawns, borders, flowerbeds, paths, ponds, and indoor planting. Provide a high-quality service to our customers, supporting and advising residents, should they wish to engage in gardening activities and responding appropriately to queries from residents, colleagues, or visitors. Work with the wider Estates team carrying out additional security and maintenance duties in line with the Trust’s policies and procedures and health and safety legislation. Assist the wider estates team with additional duties such as the set-up for site events and activities and timely collection of recycling and waste. Respond to site emergencies including emergencies involving utility services, extreme weather, or environmental disasters. Drive any of the Trust’s vehicles including the minibus as required (providing qualified to do so). Skills and Experience Communication Write notes and messages – numeracy, literacy, and verbal skills. Communicate with people with differing communication needs. Encourage and influence. Understand and follow instructions and procedures. Strong customer service skills. Mixed methods and mediums of communication. Thinking Style Analyses and evaluates given information. Adapts style and approach appropriate to situation or task. Structures tasks/activities. Pre-empts issues and trouble-shoots. Refers appropriate decisions to line manager. Identify and recommend learning and development areas for colleagues. Challenge, or suggest new ways of working, to promote the efficiency of the unit or team. Well- being and values Demonstrate interest, care, and attention. Create a positive impression. Reliable, dependable, and professional Collaborate with residents – tailoring service to meet individual needs. Promptly respond to or refer to team leader/line manager (as appropriate to role), issues of residents or colleagues’ health or well-being. Understand the needs of older people and people with dementia (including willingness and motivation to learn). Aware of cultural and individual differences in all interactions and service areas. Working with Others Works effectively as part of a team. Builds relationships of trust with others (team, residents, and their family & friends). Potential exposure to challenging, physical or emotional situations. Other Skills and Qualifications Essential Experience of working as a gardener Ability to carry out a range of practical tasks including basic maintenance and security. Practical knowledge of using machinery and chemicals safely for gardening Current, clean full driving licence or ability to travel efficiently across our villages Desirable RHS level 2 certificate (or equivalent) Pa1 and Pa6a certificate Chainsaw certificate D1. Category or PCV, driving licence with minibus driving experience. Basic health and safety, first aid, fire procedures and manual handling Basic ground works, buildings, and maintenance Previous experience of working with older people in a care environment Additional Information Duties must be carried out in compliance with St Monica Trust’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Policy. This role profile contains the principal accountabilities relating to this post and does not describe in detail all the duties required to carry them out. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and this means that any criminal conviction, including spent convictions, must be made known at the time of the application Vacancy details: 16.5 hours per week £13.64 per hour Salary Ranges: £28,371.20 - £31,470.40 Time Type: Part time If you have any queries please email our Recruitment Team - recruitment@stmonicatrust.org.uk Communities where older people flourish - connection, contribution, choice We're committed to communities where older people flourish, and for us this means providing opportunities for our residents to enjoy treasured relationships, exercise choice and feel valued. We are a registered charity and not-for-profit offering a unique blend of welcoming retirement villages, specialist care homes and support for older people both in our communities and across our region. Because of the diverse nature of the Trust, there are a wide range of job opportunities – everything from care roles and nursing to housekeeping, catering, portering, administration, IT, HR, marketing, finance, and much more. Why work for us? We offer a wide variety of benefits, including industry leading rates of pay, generous pension scheme, subsidised staff meals and excellent training and career development opportunities, to name a few. To find out more visit our careers page. Can’t find a suitable role? Introduce yourself! Fill out this short form to register your interest and be the first in line for new job opportunities. St Monica Trust: A great place to work About St Monica Trust We have built a long-standing reputation for providing high quality care and support within our retirement villages and care homes. This is down to the exceptional people who work here - people who go the extra mile to build relationships with our residents and customers. We believe that’s it’s our dedicated team and our embedded values that make St Monica Trust such a great place to work. As a growing organisation, we are always on the look-out for caring, committed and professional people to join our team. St Monica Trust is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees and job applicants. If you need assistance or an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our recruitment team at recruitment@stmonicatrust.org.uk. Stay connected If you have any questions or would like to find out more, you can contact our friendly recruitment team by emailing recruitment@stmonicatrust.org.uk or calling 0117 949 4091. Keep up to date with all latest news and developments from the Trust on our social media platforms: Facebook: @stmonicatrust Twitter: @St_Monica_Trust Instagram: @stmonicatrust LinkedIn: @St Monica Trust Find us on Glassdoor.

Responsibilities

The Gardener will undertake all gardening and grounds duties, including maintenance of lawns, flowerbeds, and indoor planting. They will also support residents with gardening activities and respond to queries while assisting the Estates team with additional duties.