At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees.    

So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you!  

More about the team 

The Landscaping Team are a key part of Places Management. This is an exciting time to be joining a growing business function.

More about your role  

Reporting to the Landscapes Contract Manager, you will assist the regional team in the provision of high-quality open and ground maintenance service to our customers and the users of our open spaces. On a daily basis, your landscaping duties will include the mowing and edging of grassed areas. In addition, you will be trimming hedges, shrubs and other soft landscaping areas. 

As well as the planting of flowers, trees and shrubs you will clear snow from pedestrian areas and lead on the upkeep of walkways and car parks.

At Places for People, we prioritise our dedication to safer recruitment. Therefore, a basic DBS check is mandatory for this position.   

For more information, please download our job profile available on our website.  

More about you  

The successful candidate will have experience in a similar role. As well as a manual driving licence, they will have a  PA1 and PA6 NPTC Spraying Licence and have Needle and Sharp awareness.

Experience & Skills 

• Experience in a similar role,
• Possess a valid drivers licence (manual),
• PA1 and PA6 NPTC Spraying Licence,
• Needle and Sharp awareness, 
• Good communication skills. 

The benefits  

We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for. We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include: 

• Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly
• Pension with matched contributions up to 7%
• Excellent holiday package – up to 35 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell leave
• Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year
• A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%
• Training and development
• Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more. 
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What's next?

If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then apply following our simple 5 minute application process, upload a CV and a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the requirements of the role. If you have any questions please email the recruitment team recruitment@placesforpeople.co.uk 

If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on skillsemployment@placesforpeople.co.uk.

Please note that we may bring the closing date forward, if we receive a large number of quality applications. If you are interested in this role we would advise applying immediately to avoid disappointment.

If you are using a mobile device such as an iPad then ensure your CV is stored in the cloud, we currently support Google Drive, OneDrive and Dropbox.

If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold calls