Grounds Premises Assistant

Manpower UK Ltd; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower UK Ltd, recruiting on behalf of a specialist educational setting in Kent, seeks a Grounds & Premises Assistant in Sevenoaks. This hands-on role supports upkeep, maintenance and presentation of a large estate, ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for students, staff and visitors.

Working within the Estates & Facilities team, you will maintain grounds, buildings and facilities while supporting day-to-day maintenance tasks across the site. DBS check likely required.

Qualifications

• Experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, facilities, or general maintenance.
• Practical skills in decorating, carpentry, plumbing, or basic repairs.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational skills with a proactive approach.
• Reliable, flexible, and committed to high standards.
• Grounds maintenance or trade qualifications are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain lawns, sports areas, gardens, pathways, and external spaces.
• Carry out general grounds maintenance, landscaping, and seasonal duties.
• Support planned and reactive maintenance tasks across the site.
• Assist with event setup, site presentations, and deliveries.
• Conduct routine safety and maintenance checks.
• Support fire safety procedures, site security, and general premises operations.
• Help ensure the estate remains safe, clean, and well-maintained at all times.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Handyman skills

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Reliability

Trade qualifications

Education

Grounds maintenance qualifications

Job description

Grounds & Premises Assistant

12-Month Fixed Term Contract

Salary: Band 5 £29,991 - £32,671 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Location: Sevenoaks, Kent

Recruitment Partner: Manpower

Manpower is recruiting a Grounds & Premises Assistant on behalf of a specialist educational setting in Kent. This is an excellent opportunity for a practical, hands-on individual to support the upkeep, maintenance, and presentation of a large and diverse estate, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors.

Working as part of the Estates & Facilities team, you will help maintain grounds, buildings, and facilities while supporting day-to-day maintenance activities across the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain lawns, sports areas, gardens, pathways, and external spaces.
• Carry out general grounds maintenance, landscaping, and seasonal duties.
• Support planned and reactive maintenance tasks across the site.
• Assist with event setup, site presentations, and deliveries.
• Conduct routine safety and maintenance checks.
• Support fire safety procedures, site security, and general premises operations.
• Help ensure the estate remains safe, clean, and well-maintained at all times.

About You

• Experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, facilities, or general maintenance.
• Practical skills in areas such as decorating, carpentry, plumbing, or basic repairs.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational skills with a proactive approach.
• Reliable, flexible, and committed to high standards.
• Relevant grounds maintenance or trade qualifications are desirable.

Additional Information

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and all employees are expected to share this commitment.