School Grounds & Outdoor Spaces Technician

Red Star Pathways; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Star Pathways is seeking a reliable Grounds Assistant to join our premises and facilities team at a secondary school in South East London. This role focuses on maintaining safe, attractive outdoor spaces for pupils, staff and visitors.

You will carry out general grounds maintenance, mowing, edging, pruning and seasonal planting, while keeping paths and entrances clean and safe. Training will be provided and health and safety procedures followed.

Qualifications

• Has experience in grounds maintenance, gardening, landscaping or a similar practical outdoor role.
• Has a genuine interest in maintaining outdoor spaces to a high standard.
• Is physically fit and comfortable undertaking manual work outdoors in different weather conditions.
• Has experience using grounds maintenance tools and equipment, or is willing to undertake relevant training.
• Is reliable, punctual and takes pride in their work.
• Has good organisational skills and can manage their workload effectively.
• Can work independently and as part of a wider premises team.
• Demonstrates initiative and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• Understands the importance of health and safety when working in a school environment.
• Is flexible and willing to support the wider operational needs of the school.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out general grounds maintenance across the school site.
• Maintaining lawns, grassed areas, playing fields, borders, hedges and planted areas.
• Undertaking grass cutting, strimming, edging, weeding, pruning and seasonal planting.
• Keeping pathways, entrances, playgrounds and external areas clean, tidy and free from debris.
• Collecting and disposing of leaves, litter and general outdoor waste.
• Supporting the preparation and maintenance of sports pitches and outdoor recreational areas.
• Carrying out routine inspections of the grounds and reporting any damage, hazards or maintenance requirements.
• Ensuring outdoor areas are safe and accessible for pupils, staff and visitors.
• Operating grounds maintenance equipment and machinery safely and responsibly, following appropriate training.
• Maintaining tools, machinery and equipment, ensuring they are stored securely.
• Supporting seasonal grounds maintenance programmes and responding to changing weather conditions.
• Assisting with the setting up and clearing away of outdoor areas for school events, sports fixtures and activities.
• Supporting the wider premises team with general site duties when required.
• Adhering to all school health and safety procedures and safe working practices.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Gardening

Landscaping

Manual outdoor work

Team player

Tools

Grounds maintenance tools

Equipment operability

Job description

Red Star Pathways is seeking a reliable Grounds Assistant to join our premises and facilities team at a secondary school in South East London. This role focuses on maintaining safe, attractive outdoor spaces for pupils, staff and visitors.

You will carry out general grounds maintenance, mowing, edging, pruning and seasonal planting, while keeping paths and entrances clean and safe. Training will be provided and health and safety procedures followed.