Gardener at RCH Care Homes, Clapham Green, Bedford

Manton Heights Care Centre are seeking a Gardener to join their friendly team, the home is based in Bedford.

About the Role

We are looking for a reliable, enthusiastic and caring Gardener to maintain the gardens and outdoor areas of our care home, creating a safe, attractive and welcoming environment for our residents, their families and visitors.

Our garden is an important part of home life, providing residents with a peaceful place to relax, enjoy fresh air, socialise and spend time outdoors. The successful candidate will take pride in maintaining the grounds and helping to make our outdoor spaces enjoyable and accessible for everyone.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain lawns, flower beds, shrubs, hedges, trees and planted areas.
• Carry out mowing, pruning, weeding, planting and general garden maintenance.
• Keep pathways, patios and seating areas clean, tidy and free from hazards.
• Maintain garden furniture, planters and outdoor features.
• Ensure all gardening tools and equipment are used safely and stored securely.
• Identify and report any hazards, damaged pathways or maintenance concerns.
• Work safely and considerately around residents, visitors and staff.
• Support seasonal planting and gardening activities that residents may wish to participate in.
• Follow the care home's health and safety procedures and infection prevention guidance.
• Help maintain a welcoming, peaceful and accessible outdoor environment.
• Supporting within the care home as required. 

About You

The ideal candidate will:

• Have practical gardening experience and knowledge of plants and garden maintenance.
• Be reliable, organised and able to work independently.
• Take pride in maintaining clean, safe and attractive outdoor spaces.
• Have a friendly, patient and respectful approach to older people.
• Be mindful of residents' privacy, dignity, mobility and individual needs.
• Be able to carry out physical gardening tasks safely.
• Have a good awareness of health and safety.
• Be flexible and willing to work as part of the wider care home team.

A relevant gardening qualification or experience using gardening machinery would be an advantage but is not essential if the candidate has suitable practical experience.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to make a positive difference to residents' daily lives.
• A friendly and supportive working environment.
• The chance to help create beautiful outdoor spaces for residents to enjoy.
  

How to Apply

If you enjoy gardening and would like to help create a pleasant, safe and welcoming outdoor environment for our residents, we would love to hear from you.

We are committed to providing a safe, respectful and inclusive environment for all our residents, staff and visitors.