Specialist Gardener

Specialist Gardener Role Number: CL366 Grade D: £25,989 - £28,142 per annum (pay award pending) Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 42.5 Hours per week (March/October), 28.2 Hours per week (November/February) (Paid 37 Hours per week on average) Why join us?

Working for Cannock Chase District and Stafford Borough Councils gives you the opportunity to make a real difference while enjoying excellent terms and benefits, including:

• Local Government Pension Scheme
• 23 days annual leave, rising to 26 days after 5 years continuous service
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free car parking

About the role

We are seeking a Specialist Gardener to join our established and supportive Parks and Open Spaces Shared Service team, working across Cannock Chase District and Stafford Borough Councils, to undertake a series of horticultural tasks including grass cutting, shrub bed maintenance, floral displays, sports pitch maintenance and hedge cutting. Working across a variety of locations, you will help deliver high-quality horticultural standards that contribute to the attractiveness, biodiversity, and environmental sustainability of our communities.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the ongoing development of our shared service, supporting managers and leaders across two neighbouring local authorities. You'll be at the heart of a varied and rewarding workload, helping to deliver high quality services to our communities.

About you

• Qualified to NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Horticulture or willingness to obtain.
• Experienced in horticulture or fine turf maintenance with detailed knowledge of traditional horticultural techniques.
• Able to work outdoors in all-weather undertaking heavy labour and hold a driving licence minimum B, B+E, F and K.

Further details are available in the supporting documentation.

Closing date: Sunday 23rd August 2026

Cannock Chase District and Stafford Borough Councils are Equal Opportunities Employers