Hadlow College Alumni

01/06/2026

APM Groundworks & Maintenance Ltd
Opportunity in grounds maintenance and tree work

We carry out work across Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells, Maidstone and surrounding areas, including:

• Grounds maintenance
• Grass cutting and hedge work
• Tree work and site clearance
• General outdoor maintenance

We are looking for reliable and hardworking individuals, ideally with some experience or interest in the industry. This could suit students looking for practical experience, part-time work, or full-time opportunities.

If interested, please contact:

David Buckley
Company Director
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 07739 468514

01/06/2026

Tory Hill Farm

An opportunity has arisen for a temporary summer placement for an assistant gardener at Torry Hill Farm, supporting an established team of two with:

• Major renovation and reworking of two formal gardens
• Maintenance of formal gardens, a large vegetable and cut flower garden, and a holiday accommodation complex

Tools and training will be provided, but applicants should have their own appropriate clothing.

The position will be based at Torry Hill Farm, near Sittingbourne, postcode ME9 0SP.

The position will be available for the entire length of the Hadlow summer break, but may be negotiated. Working hours are anticipated to be 7:30am-4pm Monday-Thursday, and 7:30am-3pm Friday, but may be negotiated. This will be a paid position, at the Real Living Wage of £13.45/hour.

Applicants should please email an expression of interest to [email protected]

01/06/2026

Dyson Ground Services Ltd | Full-Time | Pay Dependent on Experience

Dyson Ground Services Ltd is a growing family-run garden maintenance company providing reliable, high-quality services across residential and commercial properties. As our business continues to expand, we are looking for an experienced and motivated gardener to join our team.

This position is ideal for someone with solid horticultural knowledge, a strong work ethic, and pride in delivering high standards. We are looking for someone who communicates professionally with clients, works well independently, and is seeking a long-term role with opportunities for progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out high-quality garden maintenance across residential and commercial sites
• Grass cutting, hedge trimming, pruning, weeding, planting, and general upkeep
• Work independently while maintaining excellent standards of work
• Communicate professionally with clients and team members
• Operate tools and machinery safely and responsibly
Requirements
• Previous experience in garden maintenance or horticulture
• Good plant knowledge and strong attention to detail
• Physically fit and capable of carrying out labour-intensive work
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Flexible and dependable approach to working hours
• Reliable, professional, and motivated attitude

What We Offer

• Stable, long-term employment
• Opportunities for progression as the company grows
• Supportive, quality-focused working environment
• Competitive pay based on experience
If you are a keen gardener looking to build a long-term future with a professional family-run company, we would love to hear from you.

Email: [email protected]
Tel: 01732 247726

21/05/2026

SW Attwood & Partners

Seasonal Harvest Student – Grain Laboratory Assistant
Based on the Isle of Sheppey, Kent
Immediate Start | Seasonal Harvest Position

We are looking for a reliable and hardworking seasonal harvest student to join our team immediately to assist in the grain lab throughout the 2026 harvest season.

This role will involve supporting the testing and sampling of crops during:
• Whole crop harvest
• Combinable crop harvest
• Maize harvest
Responsibilities:
• Collecting and preparing grain and forage samples
• Moisture and quality testing
• Recording and organising harvest data
• Maintaining cleanliness and organisation within the grain lab
• Assisting the harvest team as required during busy periods

Ideal Candidate:
• Agricultural student or someone with an interest in farming/agriculture
• Good attention to detail and organisational skills
• Able to work flexible and sometimes long hours during peak harvest periods
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced harvest environment
• Full driving licence preferred but not essential
Due to location, own transport will be required.

Previous grain lab or harvest experience is beneficial but not required, as training can be provided.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a busy harvest operation and develop practical agricultural knowledge.

To apply or find out more, please get in touch with your CV and a short introduction at [email protected]

30/04/2026

WE’RE HIRING A HORSE & PONY ASSISTANT MANAGER

We’re looking for a Horse & Pony Assistant Manager at Epsom RDA to help care for our herd of up to 14 wonderful equines and support the 230+ volunteers who make our sessions possible.

If you’re calm, confident, great with people, passionate about equine welfare and want to make a real difference, for both people and ponies, we’d love to hear from you.

Epsom Riding for the Disabled, Epsom, Surrey
20 hrs/week (including a weekend session)
£14/hr

WHAT YOU'LL DO: Daily care for our horses & ponies including supporting schooling, hacking & groundwork. Help train and guide volunteers and assist with yard & grazing management plus, keep our herd happy, healthy and ready for RDA sessions.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR: A warm, friendly communicator with strong horse handling skills including at least 2+ years’ yard experience. BHS Stage 2 (or working towards it), safeguarding (or willingness to train) plus a full driving licence. An Enhanced DBS will also be required.

Closing date: Sunday 10th May 2026

Interested? Please contact Liz Clark, Trustee for Horse and Pony, for more information ([email protected])

21/04/2026

The Big Mow Ltd

We are looking for an Apprentice (with a view to on-going employment) to join our busy team. Candidate must have a real passion for gardening and enjoy physical work.

We look after a range of domestic gardens, large estates and various one-off jobs from large hedging to garden clearances.

The range of work includes mowing, hedge cutting, border work, planting, fence repairs, turfing and complete site gardening maintenance on large sites.

Based out of Coxheath in Maidstone.

Please ring Neil Abnett on 07871 088119 to discuss further.

21/04/2026

Mary Mary Creates Gardens Ltd
Drayton Cottage, Tonbridge TN9 2BE
Job Role – Gardener
Registered in England: 9495334
Registered Office: 76 St Johns Road, Tunbridge Wells, TN4 9PH
VAT Registration No 225 8762 86

Gardener
Creative Garden Services Company – Tonbridge
Love plants? Practical with your hands? Ready to build a career in creative gardening?

We’re looking for someone who understands — or is determined to understand — how to create beautiful gardens with stunning, resilient planting schemes for UK domestic gardens. Our philosophy (borrowed from Beth Chatto) is simple: the right plant in the right place.

What You’ll Bring

• Solid foundational plant knowledge (conditions, pests, diseases, vulnerabilities) to RHS Level 2 preferred

• Passion for plants and the natural world

• Willingness to learn basic carpentry and hard landscaping

• Strong communication skills — verbal and written

• Organisation, reliability and strong work ethic

• Curiosity about the how and why of everything

• A touch of creativity and a dash of nerdiness
What You’ll Do

• Manage and maintain client gardens to a high horticultural standard

• Diagnose plant issues and propose solutions

• Prepare planting suggestions

• Propagate, transplant, rescue and restore

• Clear and prepare sites for installation

• Assist with hard landscaping: raised beds, pergolas, sheds, fencing and more

• Implement planting schemes in new gardens

No two days are the same — adaptability is essential.

The Practicalities
• Full, clean driving licence (21+)

Five-day week: 7:45am–4:30pm

Salary from £26,500, paid holiday, pension

Ongoing training and development — the Mary Mary Way
If you’re hardworking, sincere and serious about building a long-term career in horticulture, send your CV to:
[email protected]
Come and grow with us.

20/04/2026

20/04/2026

https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c06f23b587a34fd2&from=shareddesktop_copy

Salary P/A: 25000 - 35000 depending on experience.

Shoots Plants Limited

14/04/2026

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Worldwide Fruit
Tree Fruit Technician
PASSION, INNOVATION, QUALITY, TOGETHER

Why Join Us?
Are you ready to make your mark in the world of fresh produce? Join our dynamic UK tree fruit technical team, based near Canterbury, Kent, and help shape the future of the UK tree fruit industry. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow your career, this is your chance to work with one of the leading organisations in UK produce with a strong focus on delivering high quality products, exciting innovation and product development.

About the Role
As a Tree Fruit Technician, you’ll play a key part in working closely with our growers, helping to support the production of the crops and being a member of our new variety development team. You’ll work hands-on with growers and colleagues to support the sales of UK apples and pears to a range of UK customers. If you’re curious about crop production, quality assessments, post-harvest processes, and love working both in the field and with data, you’ll thrive here.

What You’ll Do
• Collaborate & Innovate: Be part of a passionate team testing new varieties at our UK sites. You’ll assess, report, and recommend improvements that drive our success.
• Shape the Future: Get involved in our industry-leading breeding programme, helping to select and advance standout varieties through rigorous testing.
• Harvest Insights: Work closely with growers during harvest, providing expert advice on fruit maturity and picking times.
• See the World: Enjoy opportunities to travel and evaluate new varieties being developed globally.
• Build for Success: Help develop technical blueprints for new pipeline varieties and support R&D projects that keep us ahead of the curve.
• Support Growers: Assist with store monitoring, reporting, and procurement, and help manage grower licenses and planting plans.
• Grow your Knowledge and Expertise: The fresh produce industry has so much to offer as a career path. It’s a fast moving, exciting industry with an important function in UK food system. You will develop a range of skills that will support your career development and open up opportunities depending on your preferred career pathway.
What You’ll Bring
• A background in biological sciences is preferred but not essential.
• GCSE grade C+ in Maths and English and preferably one core science based subject.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with a practical, hands-on approach.
• A self-starter and a methodical mindset and the ability to deliver results on time.
• Confidence using spreadsheets and presentation tools.
• Flexibility to work both in the office and on farms during key seasons and to deliver the extra mile when required.
• A collaborative spirit, great interpersonal skills, and a positive attitude toward learning. Full training will be provided through working closely with our expert team.
• Applicants will need a full UK driving license and their own vehicle for travel.
Salary and Benefits
• A competitive package based on your experience and qualifications.

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Ready to grow your career with us? Apply today and help us cultivate the next generation of exceptional fruit!

Contact Tony Harding [email protected] for more information
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