Assistant Groundsperson

Teacheroo; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Assistant Groundsperson to join their Grounds Team. This full-time role offers a supportive work environment with generous holidays and various perks. Ideal candidates will have experience in grounds maintenance, a commitment to educational values, and the ability to operate turf machinery. Enjoy meaningful work that contributes to the well-being of students while being part of a community-focused team. If you're ready to make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling role, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Generous Holidays

Complimentary lunch

Employee Assistance Programme

Free access to drama and musical events

Transport Subsidy

Pension Benefits

Free Parking

Uniform Provided

Qualifications

• Experience in grounds related work and ability to use modern turf machinery.
• NC2 in Greenkeeping and a clean drivers’ licence required.

Responsibilities

• Join the Grounds Team and contribute to the health and wellbeing of students.
• Maintain sports surfaces and ensure a positive working environment.

Skills

Experience in grounds related work

Ability to use a wide range of modern turf machinery

Flexible, with a can-do attitude

Reliable and trustworthy

Proven track record in the preparation of sport surfaces

Basic machinery maintenance

H&S training

Education

NC2 in Greenkeeping

Good standard of education

Current clean drivers’ licence

Spraying qualification Pa1 and Pa6

Chainsaw operation

CS30, CS31

Training in the use of powered equipment

Manual handling

Job description

Full time Assistant Groundsperson Job advert

Join the Grounds Team at Gordonstoun School! Are you a keen Groundsperson seeking a fulfilling role with great benefits? Look no further! We’re hiring a full time Assistant Groundsperson (up to 37.5 hours per week) to join our dynamic team.

What We Offer:

1. Good Hours: Mon-Fri, with an occasional early start & weekend.
2. Generous Holidays: Enjoy 35 days of holiday a year (pro rata), including two weeks off over Christmas.
3. On-Shift Perks: Complimentary lunch, fruit, tea, coffee, and snacks.
4. Family-Friendly Environment: Free access to drama and musical events, plus family social occasions.
5. Employee Support: Fully supported Employee Assistance Programme and staff wellbeing initiatives, including free yoga and meditation sessions.
6. Facilities Access: Opportunity to use school facilities.
7. Transport Subsidy: Subsidised transport available from Hopeman, Burghead, Lossiemouth, and Elgin.
8. Pension Benefits & Free Parking: Secure your future while enjoying convenient parking.
9. Uniform Provided: Look smart and professional while you work.
10. Community Involvement: Opportunities to join local services like Fire, Coastguards, and Conservation.
11. Meaningful Work: Play an essential role in the health and wellbeing of our students, gaining job satisfaction and a sense of achievement.

Requirements:

1. NC2 in Greenkeeping.
2. Experience in grounds related work.
3. Immediate start available (A PVG Check will be completed on successful applicant).
4. Shifts: Mon-Fri, with an occasional early start & weekend.

If you're ready to make a difference and enjoy a supportive work environment, apply now to join the Grounds team!

If you’re excited to learn more, please email the recruitment department at [e-mail] or contact us on [phone].

Closing Date: 21 April 2025. We look forward to meeting you.

About the School

Gordonstoun is one of the UK’s top independent schools for boarding and day pupils aged 4 ½ to 18. Gordonstoun has been the world leader in character education for over 80 years and was the birthplace of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. At Gordonstoun, we believe that a broader curriculum broadens not only minds but opportunities too. It is a belief that’s served both us and our students well for over 80 years and that has made Gordonstoun the world leader in character education. Our curriculum, which is unrivaled in breadth, helps every child to achieve their full potential.

Skills Required

1. Experience in grounds related work
2. Able to use a wide range of modern turf machinery
3. A commitment to Gordonstoun’s unique educational ethos.
4. Flexible, with a can-do attitude.
5. Someone who creates a positive and cooperative working environment.
6. Able to understand and follow instructions
7. Able to work on own initiative and unsupervised
8. Reliable and trustworthy
9. Proven track record in the preparation of sport surfaces
10. Basic machinery maintenance
11. H&S training

Qualifications Required

1. Current clean drivers’ licence
2. Good standard of education
3. NC2 in Greenkeeping
4. Spraying qualification Pa1 and Pa6
5. Chainsaw operation
6. CS30, CS31
7. Training in the use of powered equipment
8. Manual handling

Keywords: Groundsperson