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Gardener - full time, 37 hours per week

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Gardener to join our dedicated team, working within a stunning and historic College environment.
Reporting to the Head Gardener and Deputy Head Gardener, this is a key role in maintaining and developing our gardens to the highest standards to be enjoyed by students, staff, and visitors to the College.

This is a varied and practical role where skills and enthusiasm will truly make an impact.
Duties include:
•    Lawn mowing and turf maintenance
•    Hedge cutting and brush cutting
•    Greenhouse work and plant care
•    Maintaining borders – digging, hoeing, planting, and pruning
•    Leaf clearing and seasonal garden tasks
•    Safe use of ladders and garden equipment
•    Operating and caring for a wide range of horticultural machinery
•    Supporting and mentoring an apprentice gardener where appropriate

We are looking for someone who is hardworking, detail-oriented, and takes pride in their work.

For an informal chat please contact Guy Fuller, Head Gardener, email: glf26@robinson.cam.ac.uk     
Completed applications should be emailed to careers@robinson.cam.ac.uk   

Closing date for applications:    Monday 23 March 2026
Interview date:                           w/c 30 March 2026
 

Salary
£27,500 per annum
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