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Create A Gardener CV

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Gardener CV Questionnaire

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PERSONAL DETAILS

Name *

Email *

Phone *

City / Town

Which statement describes you best? *

A Head Gardener with experience managaing a team of gardeners on Private Estates
A Deputy Head Gardener with experience managaing a team of gardeners on Private Estates
A Sole Gardener with experience managaing gardens on Private Estates
A Gardener with experience working as part of a team on Private Estates
A Gardener looking to continue my development and further my career by working as a team on Private Estateswith experience working as part of a team on Private Estates

Your Key Skills - Garden Management Skills

✔️ Communication with Principal / House or Estate Manager
✔️ Landscaping
✔️ Garden Design
✔️ Contractor Management
✔️ Estate Management and maintenance
✔️ Kitchen Garden Management
✔️ Orchard Management
✔️ Formal Gardens management
✔️ Wild Area Management

Your Key Skills - Hands-On Skills *

✔️ Plant knowledge
✔️ Shrubs and Borders
✔️ Mechanical Tools
✔️ Grounds maintenance
✔️ Soil Management
✔️ Lawn Care - Cutting / Mowing
✔️ Pruning Propagation and Orchard Care
✔️ Forestry
✔️ Kitchen Gardening
Other

Other - please list

CAREER HISTORY

Are you currently employed? *

Yes
No

Most Recent Job Start

Most Recent Job End Date

Job Title *

Location / Employer *

Reason for leaving

Leadership & Management Responsibilities

• Communicating with the Principal/House Manager to ensure the overall vision for the garden is acheived
• Management of the Gardening Team
• Landscape & Garden Design.
• Estate Grounds Supervision: Overseeing the overall presentation of estate grounds, including ornamental features and outdoor spaces.
• Liason with external contractors and Estate Management Teams
• Budget and Inventory Management: Managing budgets for gardening supplies and maintaining an inventory of tools and plants.

General Responsibilities *

• Plant Care and Cultivation: Selecting, planting, pruning, and nurturing a wide variety of plants, trees, shrubs, and flowers.
• Seasonal Planning: Developing and executing seasonal planting and maintenance schedules to optimise garden health and appearance.
• Weed and Pest Control: Identifying and addressing invasive plants, pests, and diseases using eco-friendly and effective methods.
• Irrigation System Management: Installing, operating, and maintaining irrigation systems to ensure optimal water usage.
• Greenhouse Management: Propagating plants, monitoring temperature and humidity, and managing greenhouse operations.
• Lawn Care: Mowing, edging, fertilising, and aerating lawns to maintain lush and healthy grass.
• Hardscape Maintenance: Cleaning, repairing, and maintaining pathways, patios, walls, and other hardscape features.
• Equipment Operation and Maintenance: Using and maintaining gardening tools, machinery, and equipment to ensure efficiency and longevity.
• Tree and Shrub Care: Performing tree surgery, pruning, and fertilisation to maintain tree health and shape.
• Composting and Waste Management: Managing organic waste through composting and ensuring environmentally friendly disposal of garden waste.
• Collaboration with Staff: Coordinating with other estate staff, such as housekeepers or estate managers, to align gardening efforts with the estate’s needs and events.
• Pruning Proporgation and Orchard Care
• Specialised Plant Care: Expertise in caring for rare, exotic, or high-maintenance plants.
• Horticultural Research: Staying updated on the latest horticultural practices, trends, and innovations.
• Event Preparation: Ensuring the garden and estate grounds are pristine for special events and gatherings.
• Sustainability Practices: Implementing sustainable gardening practices to enhance biodiversity and reduce environmental impact.
other

Additional tasks:

ADDITIONAL JOBS

Would you like to add a second job? *

Yes
No

Previous Job Start

Previous Job End

Job Title (2) *

Location / Employer (2) *

Reason for leaving (2)

Leadership & Management Responsibilities (2)

• Communicating with the Principal/House Manager to ensure the overall vision for the garden is acheived
• Management of the Gardening Team
• Landscape & Garden Design.
• Estate Grounds Supervision: Overseeing the overall presentation of estate grounds, including ornamental features and outdoor spaces.
• Liason with external contractors and Estate Management Teams
• Budget and Inventory Management: Managing budgets for gardening supplies and maintaining an inventory of tools and plants.

General Responsibilities (2) *

• Plant Care and Cultivation: Selecting, planting, pruning, and nurturing a wide variety of plants, trees, shrubs, and flowers.
• Seasonal Planning: Developing and executing seasonal planting and maintenance schedules to optimise garden health and appearance.
• Weed and Pest Control: Identifying and addressing invasive plants, pests, and diseases using eco-friendly and effective methods.
• Irrigation System Management: Installing, operating, and maintaining irrigation systems to ensure optimal water usage.
• Greenhouse Management: Propagating plants, monitoring temperature and humidity, and managing greenhouse operations.
• Lawn Care: Mowing, edging, fertilising, and aerating lawns to maintain lush and healthy grass.
• Hardscape Maintenance: Cleaning, repairing, and maintaining pathways, patios, walls, and other hardscape features.
• Equipment Operation and Maintenance: Using and maintaining gardening tools, machinery, and equipment to ensure efficiency and longevity.
• Tree and Shrub Care: Performing tree surgery, pruning, and fertilisation to maintain tree health and shape.
• Composting and Waste Management: Managing organic waste through composting and ensuring environmentally friendly disposal of garden waste.
• Collaboration with Staff: Coordinating with other estate staff, such as housekeepers or estate managers, to align gardening efforts with the estate’s needs and events.
• Pruning Proporgation and Orchard Care
• Specialised Plant Care: Expertise in caring for rare, exotic, or high-maintenance plants.
• Horticultural Research: Staying updated on the latest horticultural practices, trends, and innovations.
• Event Preparation: Ensuring the garden and estate grounds are pristine for special events and gatherings.
• Sustainability Practices: Implementing sustainable gardening practices to enhance biodiversity and reduce environmental impact.
other

Additional Tasks

ADDITIONAL JOBS (copy)

Would you like to add third job? *

Yes
No

Previous Job Start (3)

Previous Job End (3)

Job Title (3) *

Location / Employer (3) *

Reason for leaving (3)

Leadership & Management Responsibilities (3)

• Communicating with the Principal/House Manager to ensure the overall vision for the garden is acheived
• Management of the Gardening Team
• Landscape & Garden Design.
• Estate Grounds Supervision: Overseeing the overall presentation of estate grounds, including ornamental features and outdoor spaces.
• Liasion with external contractors and Estate Management Teams
• Budget and Inventory Management: Managing budgets for gardening supplies and maintaining an inventory of tools and plants.

General Responsibilities (3) *

• Plant Care and Cultivation: Selecting, planting, pruning, and nurturing a wide variety of plants, trees, shrubs, and flowers.
• Seasonal Planning: Developing and executing seasonal planting and maintenance schedules to optimise garden health and appearance.
• Weed and Pest Control: Identifying and addressing invasive plants, pests, and diseases using eco-friendly and effective methods.
• Irrigation System Management: Installing, operating, and maintaining irrigation systems to ensure optimal water usage.
• Greenhouse Management: Propagating plants, monitoring temperature and humidity, and managing greenhouse operations.
• Lawn Care: Mowing, edging, fertilising, and aerating lawns to maintain lush and healthy grass.
• Hardscape Maintenance: Cleaning, repairing, and maintaining pathways, patios, walls, and other hardscape features.
• Equipment Operation and Maintenance: Using and maintaining gardening tools, machinery, and equipment to ensure efficiency and longevity.
• Tree and Shrub Care: Performing tree surgery, pruning, and fertilisation to maintain tree health and shape.
• Composting and Waste Management: Managing organic waste through composting and ensuring environmentally friendly disposal of garden waste.
• Collaboration with Staff: Coordinating with other estate staff, such as housekeepers or estate managers, to align gardening efforts with the estate’s needs and events.
• Pruning Proporgation and Orchard Care
• Specialised Plant Care: Expertise in caring for rare, exotic, or high-maintenance plants.
• Horticultural Research: Staying updated on the latest horticultural practices, trends, and innovations.
• Event Preparation: Ensuring the garden and estate grounds are pristine for special events and gatherings.
• Sustainability Practices: Implementing sustainable gardening practices to enhance biodiversity and reduce environmental impact.
other

Additional Tasks

Typical Gardener Qualifications *

PA1 - Spraying
PA6 pesticide
Chainsaw Licence
RHS Level 2 Certificate in Horticulture
RHS Level 3 Diploma or Certificate in Horticulture
None of the above

Additional EDUCATION LEVEL - select your highest level of education *

GCSE
Level 3 qualifications
Apprenticeships
BTECs (vocational)
T-Levels (technical)
A-Levels
HND
Undergraduate: Bachelor's Degrees (e.g., BA, BSc, HNCs/HNDs)
Postgraduate Degree
None of the above

Course Name

GCSE passes (C or Level 4 and above) including:

Maths
English

Year Completed

Selected Value: 2025

ADDITIONAL RELEVANT QUALIFICATIONS OR TRAINING *

Yes
No

Course Name

Year Completed

Selected Value: 2025

Course Name (If no more press NEXT)

Year Completed

Selected Value: 2025

Course Name (If no more press NEXT)

Year Completed

Selected Value: 2025

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