Gardener (full time) Loughborough
Overview
Benefits
Benefits: We offer a competitive salary, free onsite parking on-site, 28 days holiday inc Bank Holidays, company pension after qualifying period, career progression within the company, we have an excellent training centre and support continuing Professional Development opportunities, subsidised meals on duty, employer of the month, annual merit and long service awards, refer a friend scheme.
About the Group
Rushcliffe Care Group proudly uphold and values individuals and those organisations we work with, and we always seek to conduct our business affairs to the highest ethical standards and with integrity. Our operating procedures are regularly reviewed, and we seek to consistently improve our practices to prevent human trafficking and slavery.
Rushcliffe Care Group we provide care for residents, patients, elderly, young person's receiving individual care based on our philosophy. The homes and units are for living in. We aim to provide Quality Care in a Homely and Therapeutic environment with meaningful outcomes for each of our service users. We deliver exceptional quality standards of health and social care to all our residents. meet our commitments to our residents with enthusiasm, love and energy throughout our Company and value all contributions from residents, their families and of our staff.
The Role
Requirements for our Gardener
As our Gardener for Rushcliffe Care Group, private, independent healthcare provider. You will be part the care homes maintenance team and as such work to the highest standard as you will be working with a range of gardening equipment it is always essential following health and safety for the wellbeing and safety of our staff, residents and visitors which is paramount to us. The work can be both physically and mentally demanding. Predominately maintaining the gardens across our estate for care homes and hospitals, travelling will be involved. You will interact with our 'residents and visitors' and being able to feel comfortable around people living with learning disabilities, dementia, mental health whilst working with the gardens is important to us. Polite, well presented, we run very homely and lively care homes. No two weeks are the same, and a desire to be proud of what you have achieved, is vital. We are a relaxed and friendly team and have an excellent working environment. We are passionate about what we do and want to open this opportunity up to someone who has a similar passion about providing a great service as we do.
If this sounds perfect, then we have the role for you!
The ideal Gardener
- Excellent communication, with a strong focus on attention to detail and accuracy
- Great team player, flexibility to respond to the changing needs of those who we support.
- Empathy, patience, optimism and compassion are essential for this role.
- Effective organisational skills
- Applicants should have a excellent all-round gardening experience and knowledge.
- Able to demonstrate an ability to manage pressure, prioritise tasks and communicate effectively at all levels.
- And need to be able to work well on their own and manage their time effectively.
- Full, clean driving license required as travelling to sites. Company vehicle provided for use at work only.
- Genuine interest in working in a care environment.
- Health and Safety checks of the grounds, environment, and equipment.
- Desirable; experience of the Health and Social Care Act 2008, we will train if does not have the training.
- Our gardener will ideally hold relevant qualification or be willing to work towards one.
- Demonstrable values and a commitment to leading and supporting colleagues and service users.
- Knowledge of health and safety matters in relation to services and risk management
- Experience of building positive working relationships service users, their families, staff and other health and social care professionals.
Additional Details
Benefits: We offer a competitive salary, free onsite parking on-site, 28 days holiday inc Bank Holidays, company pension after qualifying period, career progression within the company, we have an excellent training centre and support continuing Professional Development opportunities, subsidised meals on duty, employer of the month, annual merit and long service awards, refer a friend scheme.
Interested?
If you feel that you would excel at this role and match the criteria above, then please do get in touch today as we are keen to hire the right candidate for this role ASAP! If you have any questions, please contact Recruitment at Rushcliffe Care on jobs4rushcliffe@rushcliffecare.co.uk
Apply NOW – email a copy of your updated CV.
Rushcliffe Care Group is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, welcoming individuals from all walks of life regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, race, age, nationality, religious denomination, or disability. Roles are matched based on your suitability to the role.
Please note, due to the high volume of applications we receive for our roles we may close this vacancy at any time if the right candidates are found. Candidates must currently reside in the UK and have documentation that proves they are eligible to work in the UK.
Disclosure
All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI. We are an equal opportunities employer. Rushcliffe Care Group will cover the cost of a DBS check.
