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Groundskeeper

Groundskeeper

The Manor Preparatory School

Oxfordshire

  • Expired
Salary:
Competitive
Job type:
Part Time, Permanent
Start date:
January 2020
Apply by:
6 December 2019

Job overview

The Manor Preparatory School, situated in the heart of Oxfordshire, is a renowned independent, co-educational, preparatory day school of around 380 pupils aged 2-11. The Manor has a wonderfully happy, creative atmosphere where each individual is challenged and cherished to reach their potential. Every child is encouraged to push themselves to new challenges, resulting in outstanding results academically, on the sports field and in creative and performing arts. 

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Groundskeeper to work within the Site Team at The Manor Preparatory School.  

The postholder will carry out all grounds-related activities, will ensure the school playing fields are maintained to an excellent standard and must provide a professional impression to all visitors, parents, pupils and staff.  In addition, the postholder will support the maintenance team in the upkeep of the school buildings, grounds and gardens.   

This is a permanent, part-time role starting in January 2020.  The hours of work will be 7.30am until 12pm, Monday to Friday, totalling 22.5 hours per week.  Salary will be dependent on skills and experience. 

Completed application forms must be received by 12pm midday on Friday 6th December 2019. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 11th December 2019. 

Please note that CV’s will not be accepted in substitution for a completed application forms. You are welcome to submit your CV in addition to a fully completed application form. 

For an application pack, application form and further information about the role, please visit https://www.manorprep.org/Vacancies.  

The Manor Preparatory 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 an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. We are an equal opportunities employer who welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

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About The Manor Preparatory School

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Situated in Abingdon, The Manor Preparatory School is an independent, co-educational day school that welcomes children aged 2-11.

The school has a wonderfully happy, creative atmosphere where every individual is valued and nurtured to reach their potential. The Manor’s most recent ISI Inspection saw the school receive the highest possible rating of ‘Excellent’ in all areas. Inspectors commented that “Pupils approach every day with an overwhelming passion to learn and develop.”

This is in part due to the exceptionally caring and invigorating tone of the school, where laughter is an essential part of the school day. Children’s personal development is further strengthened by staff who act as excellent role models.

Every child is encouraged to push themselves to new challenges and fulfil their potential, resulting in outstanding results academically, on the sports field, and in the creative and performing arts. 

The school has an excellent record of ensuring leavers move on to the next school that is perfectly suited to each individual. Scholarships, awards and exhibitions feature highly in all areas.

Please see the website, www.manorprep.org, to gain an insight into the overall feel of the school.

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