School Groundskeeper – Sports Pitches & Estates

The Society of Heads; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

The Society of Heads is seeking a Groundsperson to maintain the school grounds across Reed's, Ripley Court and Feltonfleet sites to a high standard. You will support in keeping pitches, ponds, hedges and other facilities in prime condition, with flexibility for weekend duties as needed.

The role covers three campuses, requiring coordination with the Grounds team and external contractors, and adherence to health and safety standards while maintaining equipment and grounds assets.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Grounds team in the maintenance of school sports pitches (grass and artificial) according to playing seasons and in consultation with the Director of Sport (Reed’s School and Feltonfleet School) and Head of Games (Ripley Court School).
• Assist in the maintenance of the pond and Forest School at both Feltonfleet and Ripley Court Schools, where required, to ensure that the water course is kept clear.
• Assist in the erection and maintenance of all sports equipment, nets, goals etc.
• Repair and maintain all boundaries and fences in conjunction with Grounds team members or external contractors, as necessary.
• Carry out general care and maintenance of Grounds machinery as required.
• Maintain hedges at all three School sites up to, and including, the boundaries.
• Assist in tree maintenance, liaising with external contractors as required.
• Liaise with the Gardening team to maintain all grassed, woodland and school planted beds and shrub areas.
• Liaise with the Facilities Manager and Head Groundsperson at Reed’s School and Feltonfleet School, to purchase supplies and services for Grounds, helping to ensure resources are managed within budget constraints.
• Work to a routine and regular preventative maintenance schedule to ensure that the school grounds, equipment and facilities are correctly maintained.
• Assistant in early morning clearance of debris (leaves, frost etc.) across the School sites.
• Maintain knowledge of the requirements under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1984. Wear and use personal protective equipment and safety devices that are provided by management for your protection.
• Carry out risk assessments and follow the Safe Systems of Work.

Job description

The Society of Heads is seeking a Groundsperson to maintain the school grounds across Reed's, Ripley Court and Feltonfleet sites to a high standard. You will support in keeping pitches, ponds, hedges and other facilities in prime condition, with flexibility for weekend duties as needed.

The role covers three campuses, requiring coordination with the Grounds team and external contractors, and adherence to health and safety standards while maintaining equipment and grounds assets.