Head Groundsman

Hireful; Worksop; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Worksop is seeking a Head Groundsman to manage and maintain the school's grounds and sports pitches. This role entails ensuring safe and high-quality playing surfaces, leading a team, and complying with Health & Safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in grounds management and maintenance, with strong leadership skills to coordinate a dedicated grounds team. An attractive benefits package is offered alongside a competitive salary.

Benefits

Fee concessions for children

Workplace pension scheme

Access to gym and sports facilities

Free meals on duty

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in grounds management and maintenance.
• Strong leadership skills in team coordination.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations in a work environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain all school grounds and sports pitches.
• Plan grounds preparation for sports fixtures and events.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Team leadership

Grounds maintenance

Health & Safety compliance

Job description

Head Groundsman

Location: Worksop College and Ranby House, Nottinghamshire
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £30,000
Closing Date: 26 December 2025

Worksop College and Ranby House; one community set across two schools - educating children from age two to eighteen. We’re proud of being a broad-ability school with a focus firmly on progress, recognising that every child has their own set of skills and abilities, whether it be academic, sporting, musical or otherwise. We believe that education is about more than the flight towards academic success, but about human flourishing. We want our students to be the very best version of themselves. If they are destined to attend an established University, here is where they will flourish, or if they are an outstanding sportsperson, here is where they will hone their skills. Perhaps they are a talented artist or musician, here is where they'd perfect their craft, but if these talents are yet to be revealed, here is where they’ll be discovered. We are a remarkable school, in a stunning setting, with exceptional facilities and a talented teaching staff. At our school, what matters is the individual, their aspirations and their future.

About the Role

The Head of Grounds will autonomously manage, develop, and maintain all school grounds, sports pitches and external areas across Worksop College and Ranby House. The post holder will ensure high‑quality playing surfaces, safe grounds, and an attractive school environment through effective planning, maintenance, and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Grounds & Sports Surface Management

• Liaise with Estates Manager, Head of Sport, and Prep School leadership to plan grounds preparation for sports fixtures and events
• Mark and over‑mark pitches for cricket, rugby, football and other sporting activities
• Maintain optimal playing quality and grass care standards across all sports surfaces
• Manage and maintain artificial playing surfaces
• Ensure formal school gardens are planted and maintained to a high standard
• Maintain roads, paths and external areas, ensuring safety during snow, ice, leaf fall and other hazards

Team Leadership & Management

• Lead and coordinate the workload of the grounds team
• Ensure all staff are fully trained and aware of safe working practices
• Conduct annual performance reviews, maintain attendance records and oversee daily operations
• Promote high standards of professionalism, uniform, and conduct among the team

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all staff comply with Health & Safety regulations and complete risk assessments
• Oversee safe use, handling, storage and disposal of chemicals and pesticides
• Ensure safe working practices and appropriate use of PPE
• Investigate and report accidents and near misses
• Supervise contractors to ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards

Financial & Resource Management

• Manage annual grounds budgets effectively, ensuring value for money
• Maintain accurate stock control of materials, equipment and machinery
• Participate in capital replacement planning and project development

General Duties

• Undertake a full range of groundskeeping tasks as required
• Assist with emergency responses, such as flooding or adverse weather
• Support the setup of school events and activities
• Escort contractors and visitors as needed
• Maintain a proactive approach to site security and appearance

Other Requirements

• Other reasonable tasks may be assigned by the Headmaster, in alignment with the role
• The role may evolve to meet changing school needs

Safeguarding, Health & Safety, and Compliance

• All staff must comply with Health & Safety procedures and complete required training
• All accidents and near misses must be recorded
• All applicants are subject to full safeguarding checks, including enhanced DBS
• The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974)
• Worksop College is an equal opportunities employer

Benefits

• Fee concessions for your children
• Workplace pension scheme
• Access to gym, sports hall and swimming pool
• Free meals provided when on duty
• Free onsite parking

You may have experience in the following: Grounds Manager, Head Greenkeeper, Sports Turf Manager, Estates Grounds Supervisor, Groundskeeper, Grounds Maintenance Manager, Sports Grounds Manager, Turf Care Specialist, Grounds Supervisor, Head Gardener, etc.

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