Gardener & Grounds Assistant
Leez Priory LTD
Chelmsford, England, gb
We are currently seeking a dedicated Grounds & Gardens Person to join our experienced team at Leez Priory, one of the UK’s most iconic and beautiful Grade I listed wedding venues.
This is a full-time position offering a varied and rewarding role for someone who is passionate about horticulture and takes pride in creating and maintaining stunning gardens. From sweeping lawns to detailed flower displays, you’ll play a key part in ensuring the grounds reflect the elegance and charm of the venue year-round.
Key Responsibilities:
Day-to-day general gardening duties across formal and informal grounds
Lawn care including mowing, edging, and strimming
Hedge cutting, pruning, weeding, and garden maintenance
Planning and creating seasonal flower displays
Growing plants from seed and plug, and propagation work
Working in the polytunnel for vegetable and herb cultivation
Small-scale garden renovation projects
Supporting with minor guest-related grounds issues and general upkeep
Weekend work required on a rota basis
About You:
A genuine passion for horticulture and garden care
At least 2 years of experience in a similar role preferred
Knowledge of a wide range of plants and maintenance techniques
Skilled in the safe use of horticultural tools and machinery
Eye for detail and ability to work independently and as part of a team
Reliable, well presented, and enthusiastic
Driving license or access to your own transport essential due to location
Leez Priory is a stunning, historic estate and we are looking for someone who can help keep the grounds looking immaculate for our couples and their guests. If you take pride in your work and enjoy working outdoors in beautiful surroundings, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to join our dedicated team and be part of something special.
Our beautiful wedding venue was the first country house in the country to be licensed to hold civil ceremonies in 1995 and has been offering dream weddings ever since. Part of the Country House Weddings portfolio of hand-picked wedding venues, with more than 30 years of experience offering perfect weddings to couples, our exclusive-use, catering and venue hire packages take care of your wedding day from start to finish, overseen by our expert team.
From specialist wedding Chefs, experienced Personal Wedding Managers and a fantastic wait team, to knowledgeable grounds teams and passionate housekeepers, our teams pride themselves on providing a top-quality service that helps make our weddings a success.