Gardener/Groundsman

Gardener/Groundsman

Based in 25 acres of beautiful grounds, Exeter School is an independent educational organisation for pupils aged 7 – 18. Our strong links to the local community, well-established pastoral care systems and fantastic teaching enable us to challenge, inspire and deliver the very best learning to our students.

We are looking for a Gardener/Groundsman to help maintain our school grounds.

Benefits include:

- Salary of £21,000 - £23,000 per annum

- Overtime opportunities

- Pension (employer contribution of 8%, rising to 13% after five years)

- Free lunch during term time

- Develop your career with a successful school

- Help to create a fantastic learning environment for pupils

- 22 days’ holiday plus Bank Holidays.

As a Gardener/Groundsman, you will help to maintain 25 acres of our school grounds.

Reporting to the Head Groundsman, your role will involve:

- Maintaining and cultivating lawns

- Operating grounds tractors, light machinery and plant

- Using cylinder and rotary mowers, strimmers, leaf blowers and hedge trimmers

- Helping to prepare sports facilities when required

- Occasionally providing evening and weekend cover for functions

To join us as our Gardener/Groundsman, you will need:

- Horticultural experience

- Good communication skills

- To be able to work as part of a team as well as on your own.

Please note, this is a physically demanding role.

Exeter School is an Equal Opportunities Employer.