Gardener/Grounds Person
St Columba’s College
St Albans, Hertfordshire
- £23,000 - £25,000 per year
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- June 2021
- Apply by:
- 14 May 2021
Job overview
We are looking for a Gardener/Grounds Person to manage 4 acres of beautiful estate in St Albans. You will be required to manage all garden areas, mixed borders, lawns, trees and artificial surfaces within the College as well as cleaning hard standing surfaces and keeping the site free from litter.
The successful candidate will have experience managing an estate of a similar size/nature and have a strong work ethic and good all round plant knowledge. A horticultural qualification is essential along with PA1/PA6 and chainsaw qualifications and experience using a wide range of garden machinery. In return, we offer a competitive salary with attractive benefits.
St Columba’s College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and an enhanced DBS check forms part of the appointment process, including reference checks with past employers.
To apply for this position, visit https://www.stcolumbascollege.org/about-us/work-with-us to view the job description and to download an application form. Please email your covering letter and completed application form to Jackie Metcalfe, HR Manager at metcalfe.j@stcolumbascollege.org
Closing date for applications: Midday on Friday, 14th May 2021 with interviews shortly afterwards.
St Columba’s College is a Catholic Foundation of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart (US Province)
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About St Columba’s College
St Columba’s College is a co-educational independent Catholic day school for ages 4 – 18, located in the Cathedral city of St Albans. We were established in the tradition of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart, and welcome students and staff of all faith traditions.
We provide an education of the Head and Heart, where students can become confident, resilient and compassionate young people. At each phase of education, Prep and Senior, we nurture the key Columban values of courage, courtesy and compassion.
We aim to ensure that each student achieves their own best standard through the delivery of a high quality, rounded education, by a professional and committed staff, in partnership with parents.
St Columba’s College is a Catholic Foundation of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart (New England Province).
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