Plant Nursery Workers

Based in England | £12.21 per hour (rising to £12.33) | Full-Time | Temp to Perm | Immediate Starts

Acorn by Synergie is proud to be working in partnership with Forestry England, recruiting Plant Nursery Workers to help grow the forests of the future. This is your chance to join a passionate, purpose-led organisation that plays a vital role in reforestation, sustainability, and biodiversity.

About the Role:

As a Plant Nursery Worker, you'll work in a combination of outdoor and indoor settings - including glasshouses and poly-tunnels - to support the growth of up to 12 million trees per year. This role is hands-on, active, and ideal for those who enjoy working in nature and being part of something meaningful.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Taking and planting cuttings.
• Lifting seedlings from seedbeds.
• Mechanical transplanting and netting seedbeds.
• Hand-weeding and nurturing young plants.
• Grading and preparing trees of all sizes.
• Packaging and checking products ready to grow into the forests of the future.

Why You'll Love It:

• Work in the fresh air, surrounded by nature - no two days are the same!
• Be part of a passionate, friendly team that makes a real difference.
• Develop hands-on skills in forestry and horticulture.

The Rewards:

• £12.21 per hour, rising to £12.33 after 12 weeks.
• Bonus scheme to boost your earnings.
• Alternate Fridays off for a better work-life balance.
• Premium overtime pay.
• Holiday entitlement rising to 35.5 days after 12 weeks.
• Access to exclusive rewards, cashback offers, high-street vouchers & competitions.
• Free access to Acorn's Wellbeing Hub for your health and happiness.

This is a fantastic chance to combine rewarding work with the satisfaction of knowing you're helping to protect and grow the UK's forests for future generations.

Apply Now!

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to an organisation that makes a real impact on the environment. If you're ready to work hard, learn new skills, and enjoy the great outdoors - we'd love to hear from you.