Deputy Head of Gardens and Grounds

Corpus Christi College are looking to recruit a Deputy Head of Gardens and Grounds to join our team. 

We are seeking an enthusiastic, knowledgeable and hands-on Deputy Head Gardener to join our dedicated Gardens and Grounds team at Corpus Christi College. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced horticulturist with a passion for high-quality garden management, who enjoys working collaboratively and takes pride in creating and maintaining beautiful, welcoming and sustainable outdoor spaces. Working closely with the Head Gardener, you will play a key role in the day-to-day management of the gardens, supporting and motivating the team, maintaining high horticultural standards and contributing ideas to the ongoing development of the College’s diverse landscapes. We are looking for someone with strong practical skills, a proactive approach and the ability to lead by example, who is keen to make a positive contribution to the College and its historic setting.

In return, you will receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits and conditions of employment, including a pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, car parking and use of College facilities.

Job Description/Person Specification

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How to Apply. 

Please:

Complete our Application Form and Equal Opportunities Form.

Enclose your current Curriculum Vitae and a Covering Letter

Send your completed application by email to the HR Department: recruitment@corpus.cam.ac.uk

Enquiries

Further enquiries about your application may be made by email to the HR Department: recruitment@corpus.cam.ac.uk

For an informal conversation about the role you may contact the Head Gardener, Matt Mace, mm2640@corpus.cam.ac.uk  to organise a telephone conversation. 

Closing Date: Wednesday 2 December 2026

No initial acknowledgement of the receipt of applications will be made but all applicants can expect to hear from the College shortly after the closing date for applications.

Please note that the closing date for this post may be extended if there are insufficient applicants or brought forward if there is a high volume of applicants.

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