Gardener (full-time)
Located in the centre of Cambridge, Trinity College is the largest of the Cambridge Colleges.
The 36 acres of garden include diverse shrub and herbaceous borders as well as an impressive collection of trees. From fine turf to recreational lawns surrounded by wilder areas, with an emphasis on biodiversity, the grounds embody a wide spectrum of ecosystems.
The gardens provide a calm and tranquil space for the wellbeing and activities of the College community comprising of students, Fellowship and staff.
We are currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic gardener to join our ambitious team in the historic setting of Trinity College.
You will have a good knowledge of gardening skills and practices, an understanding of working with an important plant collection, and all that is relevant in the day to day care of diverse historic grounds.
A horticultural qualification, preferably to RHS Level 2, is a prerequisite. The post holder will be required to operate the College horticultural machinery in a safe and competent manner and so a full valid driving licence is essential.
You should be able to work on your own for some periods of time and equally to work comfortably as part of our team.
The flexibility to adapt to our work methods and standards, and to partake in any necessary training to better fulfil your role within the team is essential.
This is a permanent full-time role (39 hours per week) with a salary of £28,335 per annum plus a generous benefits package which includes:
- 33 days holiday
- Free lunch when working in college
- Cycle to work scheme
- Subsidised gym
- Free private health and dental care subject to eligibility
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Defined Contributory Pension scheme with very generous employer contributions (up to 16%)
- Free/subsidised social events including an annual staff party and Staff Outing.
Applications should consist of a completed application form, and the equal opportunities monitoring form. For further information and how to apply, please see links below. Please return completed applications to: jobvacancies@trin.cam.ac.uk
Closing date for completed applications is Sunday 15 February 2026.