Any takers? The Queen is looking to hire a new gardener at Buckingham Palace, to help keep the weeds and shrubbery at the famous royal residence in pristine condition. The lucky new green-fingered employee will work five days a week, and will be paid between £23,000 and £25,000.
The successful applicant will join an experienced team and have to undertake tasks such as planting shrubs, raking leaves and tending to a garden that "thousands will admire.". As an added bonus, the new gardener will even be able to live at the palace.
The job listing states: "It's caring for the gardens that thousands will admire. It's taking every opportunity to make your mark. And it's the pride in joining a team at the heart of a world famous institution.
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"This is what makes working for the Royal Household exceptional. The Gardens and Grounds team at The Royal Household maintain and care for gardens that are seen by thousands of visitors and guests every year.
"Joining this small team of qualified gardeners, you'll help ensure the Royal Gardens and surrounding areas of Buckingham Palace and St. James's Palace are maintained to a high standard."
It continues: "From regular mowing and edging, to raking and re-seeding, you'll also maintain the shrub, herbaceous and rose borders whilst monitoring and nurturing the health of plants, and young trees. Helping to shape the future of the gardens, you'll plant new shrubbery, bulbs and seasonal flower displays, ensuring that they continue to provide a spectacular setting for a historic building.
"And in conserving the garden's rich biodiversity, you'll contribute to its unique history whilst learning from expert colleagues."
Applicants need a "passion for horticulture" plus experience and a Horticulture NVQ 2 qualification.", and the vacancy is open until Sunday July 10. Additionally, last month, the Queen shared a job advert for someone to look after the horses that pull the Royal ceremonial carriages.
The role was described as an opportunity to play a part in the ceremonial events "that are enjoyed by millions". Like the gardening position, the role offers a lot of perks.
Based at the Royal Mews in London, it comes with accommodation and a uniform. The new helper must have stable management experience, be a "highly capable and confident rider" and live on site.
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