Groundsperson

Chappell-Enterprises-UK; Northolt; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days annual leave + bank holidays

Job summary

Chappell Enterprises UK is recruiting on behalf of our client, a prestigious independent school, for a Groundsperson to join the Estates Team in Ealing, London. The role is 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday with fortnightly Saturdays during term time, and offers a salary of £30,000 - £32,000.

A full Clean UK Driving Licence is required. You will maintain the 14-acre sports field and landscaped areas, work outdoors in all weathers, and help ensure safety and high standards of maintenance for

Qualifications

• Proven experience in maintaining sports grounds and providing high-quality sports surfaces.
• Experience operating and maintaining sports ground machinery and equipment.
• Physically fit and able to work at heights.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of relevant health and safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preparation and maintenance of sports facilities and surfaces.
• Set up sports pitches and undertake minor construction and landscaping work.
• Drive and maintain vehicles and equipment used for grounds maintenance.
• Ensure safe use, storage, and disposal of pesticides and other substances.
• Promote health and safety within the team and respond to emergencies.
• Facilitate training sessions, games lessons, and fixtures.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Teamwork

Health & safety

Driving

Education

Level 2 qualification (Desirable)

Tools

Grounds machinery & equipment

Job description

Position: Groundsperson
Location: Ealing, London
Salary:£30,000 - £32,000
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday (fortnightly Saturdays during term time)

Please note - A full Clean UK Driving Licence is required for you to be considered for this position.

Are you a dedicated Groundsperson with a passion for maintaining and enhancing sports fields? Do you excel in a hands-on role where you can ensure the highest standards of maintenance, appearance, and safety? Chappell Enterprises UK is recruiting on behalf of our client, a prestigious independent school, seeking a proactive and skilled Groundsperson to join their Estates Team.

About Our Client:

Our client is a leading independent co-educational day school located in a pleasant and leafy suburb of Ealing. With excellent facilities and a strong emphasis on sports, they attract pupils from an extensive area. The school boasts a 14-acre sports field with multiple pitches, a pavilion, and various sports amenities.

About the Role:

As a Groundsperson, you will be responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the sports field and landscaped areas. Working closely with the Director of Sport and heads of sport, you will ensure the sports field is available for fixtures and training. This role involves working outdoors in all weathers and requires a commitment to high standards of health and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine preparation and maintenance of sports facilities and surfaces.
• Set up sports pitches and undertake minor construction and landscaping work.
• Drive and maintain vehicles and equipment used for grounds maintenance.
• Ensure safe use, storage, and disposal of pesticides and other substances.
• Promote health and safety within the team and respond to emergencies.
• Facilitate training sessions, games lessons, and fixtures.

Requirements:

Essential:

• Proven experience in maintaining sports grounds and providing high-quality sports surfaces.
• Experience operating and maintaining sports ground machinery and equipment.
• Physically fit and able to work at heights.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of relevant health and safety legislation.

Desirable:

• Minimum Level 2 qualification in a relevant field (e.g., NVQ, SVQ, GMA Technical Certificate).
• Experience in maintaining cricket squares and pitches.
• Familiarity with irrigation and drainage systems.

Why Join our Client?

• Work in a prestigious educational environment.
• Access to state-of-the-art sports facilities.
• Supportive and collaborative team culture.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• 35 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

Chappell Enterprises UK is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and are a Disability Confident Employer, offering interviews to disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.