Grounds and Maintenance Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Brackley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Grounds and Maintenance Assistant who is passionate about outdoor work and maintaining beautiful spaces. This hands-on role involves a variety of tasks, including lawn care, pruning, and assisting with school maintenance. Ideal candidates will be team players with a strong work ethic, flexible, and enjoy working outdoors in all seasons. Join a supportive and inclusive environment that values teamwork and diversity, and contribute to the upkeep of a welcoming school community. If you are proactive and ready for a dynamic role, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have a driving licence and a proactive approach to work.
• Basic knowledge of Health & Safety is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Maintain school grounds through lawn care and general groundskeeping.
• Assist with school maintenance and ensure a tidy environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Strong work ethic

Flexibility

Basic knowledge of Health & Safety

Education

Driving licence

Job description

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Grounds and Maintenance Assistant, Brackley

Client:

Stowe School

Location:

Brackley, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

557b351ee129

Job Views:

4

Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

Job Description:

Package Description:

Are you passionate about the great outdoors and keeping spaces looking their best? Do you thrive in a hands-on role where no two days are the same? Winchester House School is looking for a Grounds and Maintenance Assistant to help maintain our stunning School grounds and facilities.

Your role will include:

• Lawn care, pruning, and general groundskeeping
• Assisting with school maintenance and upkeep
• Helping maintain school minibuses
• Ensuring the site remains tidy, safe, and welcoming
• Supporting with weather-related tasks like snow clearance

What We’re Looking For:

• A team player with a strong work ethic
• Someone who enjoys working outdoors in all seasons
• A flexible and proactive approach
• A driving licence (essential)
• Basic knowledge of Health & Safety (training provided)

Our Schools are not only outstanding places to learn, they are great places to work too.

We believe it is the collective responsibility of our colleagues to help develop the cognitive, physical, emotional and spiritual well-being of everyone in our community. Our school culture is characterised by teamwork, collaboration and mutual respect.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion are central to The Stowe Group’s vision. We pride ourselves on our commitment as an organisation to welcome diversity, and we are committed to providing an inclusive environment where anyone with talent can thrive. To ensure we continue to best serve a diverse community, our ambition is to attract and retain a workforce that is representative of the diversity of our pupil body.

The Stowe Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service and an online background check with our third party provider.