Skilled Grounds Keeper / School Grounds Maintenance Operative who has a GMA Level 2 qualification, is physically fit and enjoys working outdoors and in all weathers is required for a co-educational school based in Caterham, Surrey.

SALARY: Starting from£28,500 FTE per annum (depending on qualifications and experience) + Benefits

LOCATION: Caterham, Surrey (CR3)

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent (Part-Time hours will also be considered)

WORKING HOURS: Full or Part Time, 40 hours per week is the FTE, 52 weeks of the year. During term times and lettings periods Saturday and Evening work is required on a rota basis with time taken in lieu.

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Skilled Grounds Keeper / School Grounds Maintenance Operative who has a GMA Level 2 qualification, is physically fit and enjoys working outdoors and in all weathers.

Working as the Skilled Grounds Keeper / School Grounds Maintenance Operative you will be part of a team ensuring that the maintenance of the playing surfaces and facilities are to the required standard for the benefit of pupils and visitors to the school.

As the Skilled Grounds Keeper / School Grounds Maintenance Operative you will report to the Head Groundsman on a day-to-day basis undertaking routine grounds maintenance work of playing surfaces and landscapes, setting up sports pitches or amenity surfaces.

DUTIES

Your duties as the Skilled Grounds Keeper / School Grounds Maintenance Operative include:

Undertaking routine grounds maintenance work of playing surfaces and landscapes

Undertaking all preparatory and cultivation work to maintain safe quality playing surfaces

Setting up sports pitches or amenity surfaces

Maintaining the surrounding areas and carry out general duties

Undertaking minor repair and landscaping work

Ensure irrigation and drainage systems are maintained

The safe operation of equipment and machinery used in grounds maintenance such as hedge cutters, strimmers and ride-on mowers

Inform the supervisor or where appropriate, take corrective action on mechanical defects or breakdown of equipment

Executing duties in the correct manner and completing the assigned workload

Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with managers, colleagues and end users

Ensuring the work area is kept clean, tidy and secure at all times

Assisting in the upkeep of woodland and specimen trees

Attending meetings, seminars and courses as required by the Head Groundsman

Additional / occasional duties:

Assist with litter and leaf clearance around the School campus

Assist with the upkeep of gardens and non-playing areas

Help with snow and ice clearance on roads, steps and pathways

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

GMA Level 2 qualification

GMA National Technical Certificate of BTEC First Diploma or similar would be an advantage

Awareness of relevant Health and Safety legislation

At least 2 GCSEs at grade C and above (or equivalent)

A valid driving licence would be advantageous but is not essential

Physically fit

Reliable and vigilant

Calm and able to cope under pressure

Enjoy working outdoors and to be keenly interested in the Grounds industry

Understand and convey the professional image and ethos of the School

Conscientious, self-motivated and reliable

Flexible and able to work as a member of a multitasking team who is happy to train and be trained by others to ensure a consistent service

Happy to work outside and in all weathers

BENEFITS

A pension scheme with an employer’s contribution of up to 10%
Subsidised Sports Centre Membership
Continuous Professional Development
Health Cash Plan
Electric car leasing scheme
Cycle Scheme
Access to School Benefit Hub
Free counselling and legal advice service

Appointment is subject to employment vetting checks including satisfactory references and a Disclosure and Barring Service check

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JOB REF: AWDO-P12635

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