Grounds Person - Independent school

Veritas Education Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education Recruitment is partnering with a highly regarded independent school in West London to recruit an experienced Groundsperson. You will maintain extensive grounds, sports facilities, and outdoor spaces to an exceptional standard, supporting pupils and staff throughout the year.

The role involves managing sports pitches and AstroTurf, operating and maintaining groundskeeping machinery, and implementing seasonal maintenance programmes.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Groundsperson or in a similar grounds maintenance role.
• Proven experience maintaining AstroTurf and synthetic surfaces.
• Synthetic Sports Surface Maintenance training (essential).
• Knowledge of sports pitch maintenance and grounds care best practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and high standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance of sports pitches, playing fields, landscaped areas, and school grounds.
• Upkeep of AstroTurf and synthetic sports surfaces.
• Safe operation and maintenance of groundskeeping machinery and equipment.
• Carry out seasonal maintenance programmes and improvement projects.
• Ensure outdoor areas remain safe, clean, and visually appealing.
• Support the wider estates team with general site duties as required.

Job description

Groundsperson

Location: West London -Independent school
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Veritas Education is working in partnership with a highly regarded independent school in West London to recruit an experienced and dedicated Groundsperson.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established school environment, taking responsibility for maintaining extensive grounds, sports facilities, and outdoor spaces to an exceptional standard. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring pupils and staff benefit from first-class outdoor facilities throughout the year.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintenance of sports pitches, playing fields, landscaped areas, and school grounds.
• Upkeep and presentation of AstroTurf and synthetic sports surfaces.
• Safe operation and maintenance of groundskeeping machinery and equipment.
• Carry out seasonal maintenance programmes and improvement projects.
• Ensure outdoor areas remain safe, clean, and visually appealing.
• Support the wider estates team with general site duties as required.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Groundsperson, Grounds Maintenance Operative, or in a similar role.
• Proven experience maintaining AstroTurf and synthetic sports surfaces.
• Synthetic Sports Surface Maintenance training (essential).
• Knowledge of sports pitch maintenance and grounds care best practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated grounds professional to join a supportive and respected educational environment with outstanding facilities.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy

Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained

You must have legal right to work in the UK

You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community