Assistant GardenerLocation: Sonning-on-Thames, Berkshire Contract: Full-time, permanent Hours: Annualised (seasonal hours) + occasional SaturdaysOur client is seeking a passionate and hardworking Assistant Gardener to join their friendly and highly motivated Grounds Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who takes pride in creating and maintaining beautiful gardens and landscapes, and who enjoys working outdoors as part of a professional team.The site estate spans 46 acres of stunning riverside grounds in rural Berkshire, featuring formal gardens, prestige sports pitches and extensive woodland. Our grounds are widely admired and enjoyed by pupils, parents and visitors, and they are proud of the exceptional standards they maintain.Working hours are annualised to reflect seasonal daylight:Autumn (Sept-Oct): 40 hours/week 07:30-16:00Winter (Nov-Mar): 37.5 hours/week 08:00-16:00Summer (Apr-Aug): 42.5 hours/week 07:30-16:3030-minute unpaid break each dayOccasional Saturday work (typically one weekend in three during the summer term) - paid overtime or time off in lieu providedThe team works from a purpose-built Grounds and Maintenance facility with modern workshops, storage and staff rest areas. You''ll have access to a wide range of professional equipment, including tractors, specialist turf machinery and a modern fleet of handheld tools. Your role as Assistant gardener:You''ll focus mainly on the maintenance and development of the site''s formal gardens and amenity ar