Dynamic Groundskeeper – Sports Fields & Gardens

TBA; Buckhurst Hill; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Independent School in North East London is seeking a Groundskeeper from November 2026. This full-time, permanent role covers all sports fields and the main school site, with duties across gardens, borders and boundaries.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, organised and can work well independently or in a team to ensure quality sports facilities. The position requires strong practical grounds knowledge and a relevant professional qualification; safeguarding checks including DBS will be conducted on

Qualifications

• Strong practical knowledge of grounds maintenance.
• Experience with sports turf is essential.
• Willing to undergo safeguarding checks including DBS.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all sports playing fields and main school grounds.
• Care for gardens, borders and boundaries to a high standard.
• Work independently and as part of a wider grounds team.
• Support facility improvements and seasonal readiness.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Sports turf management

Hands-on

Teamwork

Education

Relevant professional qualification

Job description

Independent School in North East London is seeking a Groundskeeper from November 2026. This full-time, permanent role covers all sports fields and the main school site, with duties across gardens, borders and boundaries.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, organised and can work well independently or in a team to ensure quality sports facilities. The position requires strong practical grounds knowledge and a relevant professional qualification; safeguarding checks including DBS will be conducted on