Head of Grounds and Gardens

5 days ago


Tonbridge TN NJ, United Kingdom The Schools at Somerhill Full time

We are seeking an experienced, motivated individual to lead our Grounds and Gardens Team.

Reporting to the Estates Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of maintaining and improving the external environments of our facilities.

The successful candidate will have experience in grounds maintenance and the ability to manage a team that conduct a variety of grounds activities that include, but are not limited to: chain sawing, chemical spraying, larger area mowing, formal lawn mowing, tree planting, fence building, car parking and waste management.

The Grounds and Gardens Team oversee the maintenance and preparation of all sports pitches across the school's 150-acre site, including artificial sports surfaces (astroturfs), the athletics track, multi-use sports pitches and tennis court surfaces. The candidate will have an appropriate qualification or experience in grounds maintenance, ideally with a broad knowledge of sports turf/ground management practices.

A warm, approachable and engaging manner, with the confidence to build relationships with colleagues, pupils and their families is essential.

The Schools at Somerhill is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child-protection screening, including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS check.

The Schools at Somerhill is an equal opportunities employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £34,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person



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