Grounds & Site Maintenance Specialist

Thorpe Hall School; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent school in Southend-on-Sea is seeking a full-time Groundsperson/Site Assistant to maintain the school grounds. This role involves responsibilities like lawn maintenance and use of various gardening equipment. The ideal candidate should be reliable, proactive, and able to work both autonomously and as part of a team. Applicants must have a good understanding of health and safety procedures, and demonstrate a commitment to maintaining high-quality site standards.

Qualifications

• Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy.
• Proactive and able to respond to deadlines.
• Good understanding of Health and Safety procedures.
• Proven maintenance skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with adults and children.

Responsibilities

• Use various gardening tools and equipment.
• Maintain lawns, pitches, and flowerbeds.
• Perform snow clearance and gritting.
• Assist Caretaking Staff during adverse weather.

Skills

Reliability

Proactivity

Communication

Teamwork

Punctuality

Tools

Tractor

Lawn mowers

Strimmer

Hedge trimmer

Leaf blower

Shredder

Chain saw

Job description

A leading independent school in Southend-on-Sea is seeking a full-time Groundsperson/Site Assistant to maintain the school grounds. This role involves responsibilities like lawn maintenance and use of various gardening equipment. The ideal candidate should be reliable, proactive, and able to work both autonomously and as part of a team. Applicants must have a good understanding of health and safety procedures, and demonstrate a commitment to maintaining high-quality site standards.