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Job description and selection criteria Job title Junior Botanical Horticulturist (Garden) Division Gardens, Libraries and Museums (GLAM) Department Oxford Botanic Garden and Arboretum (OBGA) Location Rose Lane, Oxford, OX1 4AZ and occasional work at Harcourt Arboretum, Nuneham Courtenay, OX44 9PX Grade and salary Grade 3: £23,706 - £25,138 per annum Full-time (36.5 hours per week) Hours You will be contractually required to occasionally work evenings/weekends/bank holidays/fixed closure days for which University overtime rules apply Contract type Permanent Reporting to Curator and Head of Horticulture Vacancy reference 174275 Additional information You are required to submit a CV and the attached supporting evidence form with your application, outlining how you meet each of the selection criteria for the role (see the ‘How to Apply’ section for further details). Please contact the recruitment team if you require the job description in an alternative format. Closing date 12.00 midday Monday 2 September 2024 Overview of the role Oxford Botanic Garden and Arboretum is seeking a junior horticulturist to help cultivate and maintain the plant collections grown at the Botanic Garden, with occasional work at the Arboretum. You will contribute to the day-to-day maintenance of the garden, predominately in the Outside (Hardy) collections with occasional duties to support the care of the Glasshouses, working closely with the Garden Supervisor and the Curator and Head of Horticulture (CHH) to achieve high horticultural standards. Responsibilities  Day-to-day cultivation of plant collections at the Botanic Garden, both in the glasshouses, and outdoors, with occasional work at the Arboretum.  Working in a team of horticulturalists, trainees, apprentices, junior staff and volunteers.  Contributing to the development of the collections through helping to source plants from nurseries and other collections, with the guidance from the CHH.  General cultivation duties, including watering, weeding, planting, pruning, training and lawn maintenance operations; routine use, maintenance and inspection of machinery and equipment; working at height with ladders and mobile scaffolds.  Application of herbicides, pesticides, fertilisers or biological control agents. Supporting other activities run across the sites, including guided tours and short courses on the public education programme delivered by other members of the team. Other duties       Working occasional Bank Holidays and Fixed Closure Days Participate in a regular Annual Review Undertake any necessary training identified Comply with health and safety regulations Comply with the policies and procedures set out in the Handbook for University Support Staff Any other duties that may be required from time to time commensurate with the grade of the job The Oxford Botanic Garden and Arboretum reserve the right to make reasonable amendments to the job description in consultation with the post-holder at any time. Selection criteria Essential selection criteria 1. Level 2 or equivalent horticultural qualification, or demonstrable equivalent experience. (Please refer to this website for further information: https://www.gov.uk/what-differentqualification-levels-mean). 2. Ability to work outdoors in all weather. 3. Ability to perform manual labour, including bending, lifting, and kneeling. 4. Use of a range of garden machinery and equipment. Desirable selection criteria 1. Experience from working in a public and or heritage setting. Page 2 of 7 2. Knowledge of a particular group of plants. 3. Landscaping experience Pre-employment screening Standard checks If you are offered the post, the offer will be subject to standard pre-employment checks. You will be asked to provide: proof of your right-to-work in the UK; proof of your identity; and (if we haven’t done so already) we will contact the referees you have nominated. You will also be asked to complete a health declaration so that you can tell us about any health conditions or disabilities for which you may need us to make appropriate adjustments. Please read the candidate notes on the University’s pre-employment screening procedures at: https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/pre-employment-checks Hazard-specific / Safety-critical duties This job includes hazards or safety-critical activities. If you are offered the post, you will be asked to complete a health questionnaire which will be assessed by our Occupational Health Service, and the offer of employment will be subject a successful outcome of this assessment. The hazards or safety-critical duties involved are as follows:  Working at heights  Lone Working  Work in hot or cold environments  Driving on University business  Regular manual handling  Work with allergens, e.g. pollen, dust, fish or insects etc.  Work with any substance which has any of the following pictograms on their MSDS:  Travel outside of Europe or North America on University Business About the University of Oxford Welcome to the University of Oxford. We aim to lead the world in research and education for the benefit of society both in the UK and globally. Oxford’s researchers engage with academic, commercial and cultural partners across the world to stimulate high-quality research and enable innovation through a broad range of social, policy and economic impacts. We believe our strengths lie both in empowering individuals and teams to address fundamental questions of global significance, while providing all our staff with a welcoming and inclusive workplace that enables everyone to develop and do their best work. Recognising that diversity is our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, we aspire to build a truly diverse community which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution. While we have long traditions of scholarship, we are also forward-looking, creative and cuttingedge. Oxford is one of Europe's most entrepreneurial universities and we rank first in the UK for university spin-outs, and in recent years we have spun out 15-20 new companies every year. We are also recognised as leaders in support for social enterprise. Page 3 of 7 Join us and you will find a unique, democratic and international community, a great range of staff benefits and access to a vibrant array of cultural activities in the beautiful city of Oxford. For more information, please visit www.ox.ac.uk/about/organisation Gardens, Libraries and Museums (GLAM) The Gardens, Libraries and Museums (GLAM) group includes the providers of the major academic services to the divisions, and also departments with responsibilities including, but extending beyond, the immediate teaching and research needs of the University. The collections embodied within these departments are an essential part of the University’s wider nature and mission. They are part of its heritage as the country’s oldest University and now form a resource of national and international importance for teaching, research and cultural life; they also make a major contribution to the University’s outreach and access missions. For more information please visit: https://www.glam.ox.ac.uk/home Oxford Botanic Garden and Arboretum Founded in 1621 as a physic garden, Oxford Botanic Garden is the oldest botanic garden in the UK. Today, the mission of Oxford Botanic Garden and Harcourt Arboretum (OBGA) is to inspire people with the scientific wonder of plants and we welcome over 200,000 visitors each year across both sites. The Garden and Arboretum together hold a collection of 5,000 different types of plant which form the basis for scientific research, conservation, and science-based education and programming. For more information please visit: https://www.obg.ox.ac.uk/ How to apply Applications are made through our e-recruitment system and you will find all the information you need about how to apply on our Jobs website https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/how-to-apply Your application will be judged solely on the basis of how you demonstrate that you meet the selection criteria stated in the job description. As part of your application you will be asked to provide details of two referees and indicate whether we can contact them now. You will be asked to upload a CV and a supporting evidence form. The supporting evidence form must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience. This may include experience gained in employment, education, or during career breaks (such as time out to care for dependants). Please note that if you do not upload a completed supporting evidence form and a CV, we will be unable to consider your application for this role. All applications must be received by midday UK time on the closing date stated in the online advertisement. Page 4 of 7 References Please give the details of two people who have agreed to provide a reference for you. If you have previously been employed, your referees should be people who have managed you for a considerable period, and at least one of them should be your formal line manager in your most recent job. Otherwise they may be people who have supervised you in a recent college, school, or voluntary experience. It is helpful if you can tell us briefly how each referee knows you (e.g. ‘line manager’, ‘college tutor’). Your referees should not be related to you. Your referees will be asked to comment on your suitability for the post and to provide details of the dates of your employment; and of any disciplinary processes which are still considered ‘live’. We will only take up references at offer stage. Information for priority candidates A priority candidate is a University employee who is seeking redeployment because they have been advised that they are at risk of redundancy, or on grounds of ill-health/disability. Priority candidates are issued with a redeployment letter by their employing department(s). If you are a priority candidate, please ensure that you attach your redeployment letter to your application (or email it to the contact address on the advert if the application form used for the vacancy does not allow attachments). If you need help Application FAQs, including technical troubleshooting https://staff.web.ox.ac.uk/recruitment-support-faqs advice is available at: Non-technical questions about this job should be addressed to the recruiting department directly on recruitment@glam.ox.ac.uk To return to the online application at any stage, please go to: www.recruit.ox.ac.uk Please note that you will receive an automated email from our online recruitment portal to confirm receipt of your application. Please check your spam/junk mail if you do not receive this email. Relocation At the moment, the Oxford Botanic Garden and Arboretum is not offering relocation expenses to this post Important information for candidates Data Privacy Please note that any personal data submitted to the University as part of the job application process will be processed in accordance with the GDPR and related UK data protection legislation. For further information, please see the University’s Privacy Notice for Job Applicants at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/job-applicant-privacy-policy. The University’s Policy on Data Protection is available at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/dataprotection-policy Page 5 of 7 The University’s policy on retirement The University operates an Employer Justified Retirement Age (EJRA) for very senior research posts at grade RSIV/D35 and clinical equivalents E62 and E82, which with effect from 1 October 2023 will be 30 September before the 70th birthday. The justification for this is explained at: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra For existing employees on these grades, any employment beyond the retirement age is subject to approval through the procedures: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra There is no normal or fixed age at which staff in posts at other grades have to retire. Staff at these grades may elect to retire in accordance with the rules of the applicable pension scheme, as may be amended from time to time. Equality of opportunity Entry into employment with the University and progression within employment will be determined only by personal merit and the application of criteria which are related to the duties of each particular post and the relevant salary structure. In all cases, ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration. No applicant or member of staff shall be discriminated against because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Benefits of working at the University Employee benefits University employees enjoy 38 days’ paid holiday, generous pension schemes, travel discounts, and a variety of professional development opportunities. Our range of other employee benefits and discounts also includes free entry to the Botanic Gardens and University colleges, and discounts at University museums. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staffbenefits University Club and sports facilities Membership of the University Club is free for all University staff. The University Club offers social, sporting, and hospitality facilities. Staff can also use the University Sports Centre on Iffley Road at discounted rates, including a fitness centre, powerlifting room, and swimming pool. See www.club.ox.ac.uk and https://www.sport.ox.ac.uk/ Information for staff new to Oxford If you are relocating to Oxfordshire from overseas or elsewhere in the UK, the University's Welcome Service website includes practical information about settling in the area, including advice on relocation, accommodation, and local schools. See https://welcome.ox.ac.uk/ There is also a visa loan scheme to cover the costs of UK visa applications for staff and their dependants. See https://staffimmigration.admin.ox.ac.uk/visa-loan-scheme Family-friendly benefits With one of the most generous family leave schemes in the Higher Education sector, and a range of flexible working options, Oxford aims to be a family-friendly employer. We also subscribe to the Work+Family Space, a service that provides practical advice and support for employees who have caring responsibilities. The service offers a free telephone advice line, and the ability to book emergency back-up care for children, adult dependents and elderly relatives. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/my-family-care Childcare The University has excellent childcare services, including five University nurseries as well as University-supported places at many other private nurseries. For full details, including how to apply and the costs, see https://childcare.admin.ox.ac.uk/ Page 6 of 7 Disabled staff We are committed to supporting members of staff with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further details, including information about how to make contact, in confidence, with the University’s Staff Disability Advisor, see https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/disability-support Staff networks The University has a number of staff networks including the Oxford Research Staff Society, BME staff network, LGBT+ staff network and a disabled staff network. You can find more information at https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/networks The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club is an organisation run by volunteers that aims to assist the partners of new staff settle into Oxford, and provides them with an opportunity to meet people and make connections in the local area. See www.newcomers.ox.ac.uk Page 7 of 7
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**About the role** Oxford Botanic Garden and Arboretum is seeking a junior horticulturist to help cultivate and maintain the plant collections grown at the Botanic Garden, with occasional work at the Arboretum. You will contribute to the day-to-day maintenance of the garden, predominately in the Outside (Hardy) collections with occasional duties to support the care of the Glasshouses, working closely with the Garden Supervisor and the Curator and Head of Horticulture (CHH) to achieve high horticultural standards. You will undertake general cultivation duties, including watering, weeding, planting, pruning and training and lawn maintenance operations. This is a permanent full-time post, working 36.5 hours per week. **About You** You will have a Level 2 or equivalent horticultural qualification, or demonstrable equivalent experience. (Please refer to this website for further information: https://www.gov.uk/what-different-qualification-levels-mean). You will have the ability to work outdoors in all weather. Ability to perform manual labour, including bending, lifting, and kneeling is also essential. You will have the ability to use a range of garden machinery and equipment. Experience from working in a public and or heritage setting is desirable. **What We Offer** As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including: * An excellent contributory pension scheme * 38 days of annual leave * A comprehensive range of childcare services * Family leave schemes * Cycle loan scheme * Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans More information is available at https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staff-benefits **Diversity** Our staff and students come from all over the world, and we proudly promote a friendly and inclusive culture. Diversity is positively encouraged, through diverse groups and champions, as well as a number of family-friendly policies, such as the right to apply for flexible working and support for staff returning from periods of extended absence, for example, shared parental leave. **How to apply** You will be required to upload your **CV and a supporting evidence form using the attached template** as part of your online application. The supporting evidence form lists each of the essential and desirable selection criteria, as listed in the job description. Please explain how you meet each one. We aim to provide a supportive working environment and are happy to discuss training and professional development opportunities. The Chair of this recruitment panel will be Mark Brent, Head of Horticulture and Garden Curator, who can be contacted with enquiries relating to the role (recruitment@obg.ox.ac.uk). General queries about the recruitment and application process should be directed to the Recruitment team within our Human Resources department (recruitment@glam.ox.ac.uk). Only applications received online by 12.00 midday on Monday 2 September can be considered. Interviews are expected to take place during week commencing Monday 23 September 2024.
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About the role Oxford Botanic Garden and Arboretum is seeking a junior horticulturist to help cultivate and maintain the plant collections grown at the Botanic Garden, with occasional work at the Arboretum. You will contribute to the day-to-day maintenance of the garden, predominately in the Outside (Hardy) collections with occasional duties to support the care of the Glasshouses, working closely with the Garden Supervisor and the Curator and Head of Horticulture (CHH) to achieve high horticultural standards. You will undertake general cultivation duties, including watering, weeding, planting, pruning and training and lawn maintenance operations. This is a permanent full-time post, working 36.5 hours per week. About You You will have a Level 2 or equivalent horticultural qualification, or demonstrable equivalent experience. (Please refer to this website for further information: https://www.gov.uk/what-different-qualification-levels-mean). You will have the ability to work outdoors in all weather. Ability to perform manual labour, including bending, lifting, and kneeling is also essential. You will have the ability to use a range of garden machinery and equipment. Experience from working in a public and or heritage setting is desirable. What We Offer As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including: An excellent contributory pension scheme 38 days of annual leave A comprehensive range of childcare services Family leave schemes Cycle loan scheme Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans More information is available at https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staff-benefits Diversity Our staff and students come from all over the world, and we proudly promote a friendly and inclusive culture. Diversity is positively encouraged, through diverse groups and champions, as well as a number of family-friendly policies, such as the right to apply for flexible working and support for staff returning from periods of extended absence, for example, shared parental leave. How to apply You will be required to upload your CV and a supporting evidence form using the attached template as part of your online application. The supporting evidence form lists each of the essential and desirable selection criteria, as listed in the job description. Please explain how you meet each one. We aim to provide a supportive working environment and are happy to discuss training and professional development opportunities. The Chair of this recruitment panel will be Mark Brent, Head of Horticulture and Garden Curator, who can be contacted with enquiries relating to the role (recruitment@obg.ox.ac.uk). General queries about the recruitment and application process should be directed to the Recruitment team within our Human Resources department (recruitment@glam.ox.ac.uk). Only applications received online by 12.00 midday on Monday 2 September can be considered. Interviews are expected to take place during week commencing Monday 23 September 2024.