Grounds Person


Full time / Competitive salary



We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced grounds person to be responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of our beautiful grounds and gardens at our Prep and Senior Schools. This will also include the sports fields on both sites, the astroturf and our cricket grounds.



The ideal candidate will have experience in grounds maintenance, including sport turf, such as cricket grounds and pitches and be able to work within a small team.



As well as your ground maintenance skills, you should be able to operate and maintain small and large machinery in line with the necessary Health & Safety legislations.



If you would like the opportunity to work in extensive grounds at an award winning school then we would love to hear from you.



As well as a competitive salary, you will be entitled to free lunches from Monday to Friday during term time and at other times when the refectory is open.



Closing date for receipt of applications:   12 noon on Monday 25 October 2021

To apply, please visit: https://unitedlearning.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/2393092?cid=1567



Note - We reserve the right to interview and offer to a strong candidate prior to the closing date. It is strongly recommended that candidates submit their applications as soon as possible.



Ashford School is part of United Learning, a large and growing group of schools aiming to offer a life-changing education across England. As a group, we achieve more by sharing than any single school could.



Ashford School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.



We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.