Groundsperson

Summary of role

Under supervision of the Grounds Manager, the Groundsperson will maintain the playing surfaces and facilities to the required standard for the user.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Undertake routine maintenance of areas within the school site including preparation work on a range of sports facilities and surfaces.

• Undertake minor construction and landscaping work.

• Follows standard procedures requiring knowledge of the functional area.

• Drive vehicles and equipment as required for grounds maintenance operations.

• Ensure vehicles and equipment used by self and work group are regularly maintained in accordance with routine operating requirements. Monitor the use of consumable items and spares and make arrangements for their replenishment.

• If qualified ensure the safe use, storage, calibration and disposal of pesticides and other similar substances.

• Promote the Health and Safety of self and others. Respond to emergencies.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, colleagues and end users.

• Make recommendations to supervisor regarding improved work systems, labour and machinery utilisation.

• Maintain good communications with customers and end users.

• To undertake any other duties as may be reasonably required and requested by your line manager to meet the school’s priorities and demands.

Start date: ASAP

Hours: The hours worked will be 40 hours per week on average over the year (shorter working week in the winter). Some extra hours will be required during the summer term to cope with the demands of cricket at the school.

Closing date for applications : Friday 17th April 2026

Interviews to be held: w/c 20 April 2026

Please apply as soon as possible as shortlisting/interviews will progress up until the closing date. Should a suitable candidate be appointed, we reserve the right to close the advert early.

Merchant Taylors’ School is an equal opportunities employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. As this role will bring you into contact with children you are expected to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.  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).