Gardener/Groundsperson
King's Bruton
King's Bruton, Bruton BA10 0ED
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- circa £18,750
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- As soon as possible
- Apply by:
- 19 April 2018
Job overview
GARDENER/GROUNDSPERSON
King’s School, Bruton, an independent co-educational senior boarding school, is looking for a Gardener/Groundsperson to join the Grounds Team on a full-time basis.
Reporting to the Head Gardener, applicants must be able to demonstrate a high level of practical competence and understanding in the maintenance of gardens, lawns and sports surfaces. In addition, applicants should be effective team players, professional in their approach and display a positive ‘can-do’ attitude. PA1 and PA6 qualifications would be an advantage. Driving licence required.
Please contact the HR Assistant for further details and an application form on 01749 814 316 or recruitment@kingsbruton.com
Closing date: Friday 20 April 2018
King’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Attached documents
About King's Bruton
King’s Bruton is a mixed independent school with sixth form in the Somerset town of Bruton. Students attend the school from the ages of 13 to 18, with the option to board throughout their school careers. There are approximately 370 students on roll. The Somerset school operates in partnership with Hazlegrove Preparatory School, in nearby Sparkford.
King’s Bruton was founded as a boys' school in 1519, admitting girls in the late 1960s before becoming fully co-educational in 1997.
Headmaster
Ian Wilmshurst
Values and vision
King’s Bruton is a smaller independent school and, as such, its values and vision revolve around the tight-knit community of students that it has cultivated. The Somerset school promotes a sense of loyalty, determination and encourages pupils to go above and beyond both in and out of the classroom.
Emphasis is placed on inclusivity and promoting diversity within the school. King’s Bruton aims to foster a culture of acceptance and respect in all aspects of school life.
ISI report
“Relationships between staff and between pupils themselves are appropriate, and in their questionnaire responses the vast majority of boarders agree that they get on well together and feel safe in their boarding house. Staff are dedicated to the welfare of all pupils and provide a suitable structure for them to develop and thrive. Pastoral policies and procedures are effective and good behaviour is promoted.”
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