Gardener

About the role

Location: THE PIG-in the Cotswolds, Barnsley, GL7 5EE

Salary: £13.71 per hour (OTE £14.81 per hour including tronc)

Hours: 35 hours per week, over 5 days.


THE PIG is seeking an experienced, passionate and enthusiastic Gardener to join our talented garden team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work within one of England's most celebrated hotel gardens. THE PIG-in the Cotswolds embodies the essence of quintessential English beauty, with its gardens featuring listed archways, fruit trees, ornamental borders and the stunning Laburnum walkway.

The gardens are inspired by the legacy of Rosemary Verey OBE VMH (1918–2001), one of England's most celebrated garden designers. Best known for her iconic Barnsley House garden, which attracted tens of thousands of visitors each year, her work also influenced gardens for distinguished clients including Elton John and King Charles III.

At THE PIG, our gardens are at the heart of everything we do. Working alongside our Head Gardener and established garden team, you will help care for and develop our ornamental spaces and wider estate, ensuring they are beautifully presented throughout the seasons. This is a varied, hands-on role where no two days are the same.

You'll be involved in all aspects of garden and grounds maintenance, including planting, pruning, propagation, lawn care, hedge cutting, seasonal displays and general estate upkeep. We're looking for someone who enjoys working outdoors in all weathers, takes pride in their work and has a keen eye for detail.

As our gardens are an important part of the guest experience, you'll also be comfortable engaging with visitors, sharing your knowledge and enthusiasm for the gardens, and supporting daily garden tours following your induction. We are also home to chickens, so some involvement in their day-to-day care will form part of the role.

About You

We're looking for someone who has:

  • A horticultural qualification (desirable), although substantial practical experience will be considered in its place.
  • At least two years' professional gardening experience, ideally gained on a large private estate, country house, hotel or similar property.
  • A good knowledge of plants, seasonal gardening techniques and practical garden maintenance.
  • PA1 and PA6 pesticide application certification.
  • A flexible, hands-on approach and the willingness to undertake a wide variety of gardening and grounds maintenance tasks.
  • Excellent attention to detail and a genuine passion for creating and maintaining exceptional gardens.
  • A friendly, approachable manner and confidence speaking with guests about the gardens and grounds.


We are dedicated to making THE PIGs an inspiring, exciting and fun place to work and, in return for your hard work, you can expect something a little different:

  • Staff stays – free B&B.
  • 35% discount on food, beverages and treatments.
  • Meals on duty.
  • Annual holiday increase (up to 33 days).
  • Take Home goods at cost price.
  • Free access for you and your family to on-demand GP, physiotherapy and counselling services through Help@Hand.
  • A range of learning and development opportunities.
  • Anniversary vouchers – dinner with wine for two.


To view our full range of perks, visit our "What We Can Do for You" section on our careers website.

Home Grown Hotels is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against candidates based on any of the protected characteristics set out in the Equality Act 2010.

THE PIG - in the Cotswolds, Cirencester

Location: THE PIG-in the Cotswolds, Barnsley, GL7 5EESalary: £13.71 per hour (OTE £14.81 per hour including tronc)Hours: 35 hours per week, over 5 days.THE PIG is seeking an experienced, passionate…

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  • 10 August 2026