As Head of Gardens & Grounds you will be responsible for managing a team of three people and volunteers in the care, maintenance, and development of the Hall’s historic gardens and grounds, including 60 acres of pleasure grounds, parkland, lake and waterways. The role requires a strong knowledge of horticulture, sensitivity to heritage landscapes and the ability to maintain gardens to the highest standards for both private enjoyment and public presentation.

Key responsibilities will include

Garden Maintenance
- Maintain formal gardens, walled gardens, ornamental borders, woodlands, wildflower meadows and kitchen gardens as required.
- Ensure topiary, hedges, parterres and specialist plant collections are maintained to high standards.

Plant Care & Cultivation
- Propagate plants from seeds, cuttings, and division to sustain the estate’s plant stock.
- Monitor plant health and treat for pests, diseases and nutrient deficiencies.
- Maintain glasshouses, polytunnels or orchards where applicable.

Heritage & Presentation
- Work in line with the historical character and design of the estate.
- Ensure the gardens and grounds are presented beautifully for visitors, events and photography.
- Manage the lake and waterways to ensure they enhance the landscape and setting of the hall.
- Assist with the management of the parkland when used for events and support the events team as required.
- Assist with interpretation of the gardens for visitors when required.

Equipment & Safety
- Operate and maintain horticultural machinery and tools safely.
- Follow health and safety procedures and undertake risk assessments when needed.
- Ensure proper storage and safe use of chemicals in line with regulations.

Teamwork & Supervision
- Manage the gardens and grounds team to ensure a joined up and forward looking approach, delivering on the objectives of the owners.
- Provide guidance to volunteers, offering training and development as required.
- Assist with planning seasonal work schedules.

Although this is a hands-on position, the role forms a key part of the Estates Management Team, contributing strategically as well as operationally to the stewardship of Euston Hall, one of Suffolk’s most important and historically significant stately homes.

You will lead and manage a small team, ensuring the highest standards of maintenance, presentation, and conservation are upheld across the Hall and its immediate environment.

Working collaboratively with the wider Estates Management Team, you will balance practical delivery with long-term preservation objectives, safeguarding the historic character, and operational functionality of the gardens, ground and Hall itself.

The role is live-in and accommodation within the grounds is provided for the better performance of the duties required. As part of the role, from time to time, you may be asked to assist the Hall Manager with duties at the hall and be on call in the event of an emergency or otherwise.