Location: RHS Garden Wisley
Salary: £22,308 per annum
Start date: September 2025. Two year (fixed term). You will study for the Level 3 in year one and Level 4 in year two.
Hours of work: Full time (37.5 hours a week) with a working pattern of 5 days out of 7 (including weekend and occasional evening work).
Job Overview
Would you like to progress your career in horticulture? Do you have an existing qualification and practical experience in horticulture? Do you want to learn more and develop team leader and supervisory skills? The two-year Diploma course is an academic study and work-based training programme based at RHS Garden Wisley. It is suitable for applicants with an existing horticultural theory qualification at Level 2 (or equivalent) and 6 months practical experience at application. The course will enable you to learn about the science, art and practice of horticulture in the setting of RHS Garden Wisley with its diverse collections, plant trials and scientific research taking place on site. You will work within our departments and teams to enhance and deepen the understanding of horticulture that you gained at Level 2, and develop Level 3 and 4 knowledge, skills and experiences to prepare you for professional life in the industry. Commitment to Inclusion
The RHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all personnel to share in this commitment. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. About RHS
To work for the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is to join a thriving charity, whose mission is to be there for everyone on their lifelong adventure with gardening. Everything we do is built on the transformational power of gardening – and the benefits it brings to people, places and our planet. And we couldn’t do this without our people. We’re proud of the knowledge, enthusiasm and ideas that each one of our team members brings. We believe that every member of the RHS team should have the opportunity to make a difference. Accommodation may be available at RHS Garden Wisley (for a deduction in your gross salary). For further information, or a copy of this document in a different format, please contact schoolofhorticulture@rhs.org.uk. Applications close 1st February 2025. Apply here.
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Would you like to progress your career in horticulture? Do you have an existing qualification and practical experience in horticulture? Do you want to learn more and develop team leader and supervisory skills? The two-year Diploma course is an academic study and work-based training programme based at RHS Garden Wisley. It is suitable for applicants with an existing horticultural theory qualification at Level 2 (or equivalent) and 6 months practical experience at application. The course will enable you to learn about the science, art and practice of horticulture in the setting of RHS Garden Wisley with its diverse collections, plant trials and scientific research taking place on site. You will work within our departments and teams to enhance and deepen the understanding of horticulture that you gained at Level 2, and develop Level 3 and 4 knowledge, skills and experiences to prepare you for professional life in the industry. Commitment to Inclusion
The RHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all personnel to share in this commitment. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. About RHS
To work for the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is to join a thriving charity, whose mission is to be there for everyone on their lifelong adventure with gardening. Everything we do is built on the transformational power of gardening – and the benefits it brings to people, places and our planet. And we couldn’t do this without our people. We’re proud of the knowledge, enthusiasm and ideas that each one of our team members brings. We believe that every member of the RHS team should have the opportunity to make a difference. Accommodation may be available at RHS Garden Wisley (for a deduction in your gross salary). For further information, or a copy of this document in a different format, please contact schoolofhorticulture@rhs.org.uk. Applications close 1st February 2025. Apply here.
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