Gardener
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STARTING PAY£18,000 - £22,000
PHYSICAL MOATThe work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it.
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CAREERMASH (EN)FROM AGRICULTURE →
Gardener
Gardeners play a crucial role in enhancing the beauty of our surroundings, fostering biodiversity, and promoting environmental sustainability across the UK. Their work not only transforms landscapes but also nurtures the well-being of communities and ecosystems, making it an essential profession in the fight against climate change.
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This job holds up well against AI
AI is used for very little of what this job actually involves today, and the work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior GardenerAs a Junior Gardener, you will assist in the day-to-day maintenance of gardens, learning the ropes from more experienced gardeners while developing your skills in planting and garden care.£18,000 - £22,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-Level GardenerIn this role, you will take on more responsibility, managing specific projects and client relationships while applying your horticultural knowledge to create stunning outdoor spaces.£25,000 - £35,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior Gardener or Landscape DesignerAs a Senior Gardener, you will lead projects, mentor junior staff, and have a significant influence on garden design and maintenance strategies, ensuring high standards and client satisfaction.£40,000+
5 live apprenticeship vacancies →
The degree route
Real courses in this career's subject, from the live library of 35,000; every one is AI impact assessed through its actual graduate destinations.
🎓AgricultureUniversity of Newcastle Upon Tyne · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£32,000 median
🎓Sustainable Land and Business ManagementUniversity of Newcastle Upon Tyne · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£32,000 median
🎓Bioveterinary Science with Science Foundation YearUniversity of Lincoln · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£25,500 median
🎓Environment and Sustainability with Professional Placement YearThe Royal Agricultural University · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£25,000 median
🎓Agriculture with Business Management (with integrated year in industry)Prifysgol Aberystwyth · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£24,000 median
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There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is an apprenticeship route into this career. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely. Some employers will take you on here with no formal qualifications at all, if you can show you can do the work.
Recommended UK degrees
Real courses that qualify you for this career, from the same register that priced the degree above.
AgricultureUniversity of Newcastle Upon Tyne · DegreeSustainable Land and Business ManagementUniversity of Newcastle Upon Tyne · DegreeBioveterinary Science with Science Foundation YearUniversity of Lincoln · DegreeEnvironment and Sustainability with Professional Placement YearThe Royal Agricultural University · DegreeAgriculture with Business Management (with integrated year in industry)Prifysgol Aberystwyth · DegreeAnimal SciencePrifysgol Aberystwyth · Degree