Shrub Area Assistant, Permanent Contract (Wenvoe, Vale of Glamorgan)

Permanent Garden Centre Assistant – Shrub Area

Location: Pugh’s Garden village Wenvoe.
Hours: 30 hours, permanent basis. On average 7.5 hours a day over 4 days a week.

Salary: up to £12.71 per hr

As the role involves working in areas where specialist equipment is used, applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

About the Role

We’re looking for enthusiastic and friendly individuals to join our Garden Centre team. As a Garden Centre Assistant working in the Shrub Area, you’ll help customers choose the perfect plants, maintain stock displays, and keep the area looking vibrant and welcoming.

This is a great role for someone who enjoys working outdoors, has a genuine interest in plants, and thrives in a customer-facing environment.

🌿 Key Responsibilities

Provide friendly, knowledgeable customer service regarding shrubs and plant care
Assist with watering, feeding, pruning, and general plant maintenance
Ensure shrub area displays remain tidy, well-stocked, and attractively presented
Support with unloading deliveries and replenishing stock
Offer guidance on plant suitability, placement, and aftercare
Maintain high standards of health and safety across the department

About You

We’d love to hear from you if you:

Enjoy working outdoors in all weathers
Have a passion for plants or gardening (experience a bonus but not essential)
Are confident speaking with customers and providing helpful advice
Are physically able to lift and move stock
Work well as part of a friendly, supportive team
Can commit to working week , including weekends and bank holidays if required

Benefits:

Pugh's Staff Wellbeing Benefits
As a permanent employee of Pugh's, after passing your probation period you will be entitled to the following

10%-50% Staff Discounts
Monthly Prize Draws worth £100
Health Assured - Staff Health & Well-Being Support Scheme
Yearly Personal Development Reviews
£30 Uniform Allowance
Yearly Holiday Giveaway

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a brief cover message to:
rgwynn@pughsgardencentre.co.uk

We look forward to welcoming a new team member who shares our passion for plants and great customer service!