Grounds Manager

Clifton College is a leading independent day and boarding school educating over 1,200 pupils aged 3 months to 19.

Founded in 1862, the College provides an exceptional all-round education that successfully combines a rich heritage with modern state-of-the-art facilities.

Located in one of the most beautiful suburbs of the vibrant city of Bristol, Clifton College continues to lead the way as one of the best independent schools in the country. 

The College aims to produce children of varied but definite character by combining fantastic academic results with first-class sport, diverse co-curricular activities and an outstanding environment. 

Clifton College offers day, flexi and full boarding and is a proudly inclusive and supportive community, with over 40 nationalities represented in its diverse student body.

We are looking for a Grounds Manager to lead and support the Grounds Team in developing industry standard playing surfaces and sports pitches, and first-class gardens and other grounds areas, ensuring pupils, parents, staff, and visitors have the best possible experience when using the College’s outdoor spaces. The successful candidate will be a collaborative thinker who can take a lead on key projects, as well as working with internal and external customers to deliver and achieve the best service possible. To learn more about this exciting role, please review the job description.

This is a full time (40 hours per week), permanent role with occasional weekend and evening work in order to successfully fulfil the primary objectives of the role and the rate of pay is £40,000-£50,000 per annum. 

To apply for this role, please complete the application form found on this page and return it to myfuture@cliftoncollege.com by midnight on 11 May 2021.

We are committed to creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce that better reflects the community we are part of. Applications are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of ethnicity, gender, age or disability. We particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups.

Clifton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).