Deputy Head: Elite Cricket Turf & Grounds Leader

shangang Keji Industrial CO LTD; Epsom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Knight Education is recruiting a Deputy Head of Grounds and Gardens for a leading independent school in Surrey, starting September or October 2026. This full-time, permanent role oversees cricket squares/outfields and broader estate presentation to ensure high-quality turf and landscaped areas.

You will lead cricket turf provision, fine turf management, arboriculture and garden maintenance, while mentoring staff and coordinating workloads, recruitment, and development in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in sports turf management, with cricket turf expertise.
• Proven track record in producing high-quality cricket wickets for competitive play.
• Experience planning and delivering annual cricket maintenance and renovation programmes.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of cricket squares and outfields and support school cricket operations.
• Manage cricket pitches, ornamental gardens, arboriculture and estate presentation.
• Provide technical leadership in cricket pitch preparation and fine turf management.
• Develop the team’s cricket knowledge through coaching and practical guidance.
• Mentor staff, support recruitment and development, and deputise for the Head as needed.

Skills

Sports turf management

Cricket square preparation

Fine turf management

Cricket coaching

Staff mentoring

Job description

Knight Education is recruiting a Deputy Head of Grounds and Gardens for a leading independent school in Surrey, starting September or October 2026. This full-time, permanent role oversees cricket squares/outfields and broader estate presentation to ensure high-quality turf and landscaped areas.

You will lead cricket turf provision, fine turf management, arboriculture and garden maintenance, while mentoring staff and coordinating workloads, recruitment, and development in a collaborative setting.