Landscape gardener​/Horticulture trainer

Landscape gardener/Horticulture trainer (Full training provided) York £33,365 + Teacher Pension Scheme + 43 Days Holiday + Christmas Shutdown + Outstanding Facilities + Career Progression + Full training provided Do you come from a hands‑on landscaping or horticulture background with experience in paving, walling, fencing, hedge maintenance and garden design? Are you looking for a Monday to Friday role at a leading land‑based college, combining practical teaching with course leadership while shaping the next generation of horticulture professionals?

This is an opportunity to join a highly respected specialist land‑based college, known nationally for the quality of its horticulture provision and its strong links with industry. Significant investment has been made into facilities, giving staff and students access to professional‑standard workshops, landscaped training areas, modern equipment and outstanding outdoor learning environments.

• Teaching practical and theory horticulture/landscaping sessions
• Leading and managing agreed horticulture courses
• Developing industry‑relevant curriculum and resources
• Supporting, mentoring and tracking student progress
• Working closely with the Curriculum Team Leader and department staff
• Liaising with employers to keep courses aligned with industry needs

Full‑time, permanent position based at the York campus.

• Comes from a landscaping or horticulture background
• Strong practical experience in hard landscaping (paving, walling, fencing, garden build projects)
• Knowledge of garden design, planting and maintenance
• Passionate about developing others and sharing industry skills
• Open to moving into teaching and course leadership (training provided)

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.