Gardeners
Self Employed Gardener
Hours: Flexible hours according to availability
Salary: From £18 per hour, depending on location
Location: Across Brighton and Hove and all of West Sussex
If you are interested in working in your local community and supporting older people to live more independently, this could be the role for you. You’ll be helping older people maintain and enjoy their outdoor spaces, enabling them to continue taking pride in their gardens.
Age UK West Sussex, Brighton & Hove supports thousands of older people across the region. Our work focuses on wellbeing, independence and connection and we’re proud to make a real difference every day. We live by our VIP values, ensuring everyone feels Valued, Included and supported by a Passionate team committed to helping older people thrive.
Your Role as a Gardener
A well‑kept garden can be a place of peace and enjoyment, but for many older people maintaining one becomes difficult. That’s where you come in. Your role will include:
- General garden maintenance – mowing, weeding, pruning, tidying and planting
- Creating a safe and relaxing space – enabling older people to enjoy their gardens again
- Making a meaningful impact – supporting pride, comfort, and confidence in their home environment
What We Offer You
- Flexible work – choose hours that suit your schedule (Monday to Friday)
- A rewarding role – bring joy, comfort and independence to older people
- Local opportunities – across Brighton, Hove and West Sussex
This is a self‑employed role, and you will be responsible for your own Tax and National Insurance payments, as well as providing your own gardening tools and public liability insurance. You will also receive ongoing support from our office team to help you succeed.
Applicants must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 hours per week.
Please click here for the Job Description
To find put more about the role please contact our Help at Home team who will be more than happy to chat to you, call on 01903 726276 or email recruitment@ageukwestsussex.org.uk
To ensure a fair and thorough recruitment process, all applicants must complete our application form. Please download an application form and return to recruitment@ageukwestsussex.org.uk.
Should you be successful, you will be subject to a variety of checks, including DBS and references.
Who We Are
At Age UK West Sussex, Brighton & Hove, we believe aging should be embraced. As an independent local charity, we’re here to empower older people with the support, advice, and activities they need to live life to the fullest. Whether it’s staying active, finding companionship, or accessing practical help, we make sure no one has to navigate later life alone. Our VIP values—Valued, Included, Passionate—drive everything we do, creating welcoming communities where everyone feels respected and heard. If you’re looking to make a real impact, you’ve found the right place!
Diversity & Inclusion
We’re proud to be building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve. We want you to feel welcome, respected and able to be your full self—whether you’re applying, volunteering, or working with us.
If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know—we’ll make it work for you.
