Gardener
3 days ago
**Closing Date**:1st June 2025 at 23:59 (BST)
**Interview Date**:11th June 2025
The unique “University within a Park” setting of the University of Reading is an inspiring place to come to work.
The University has a wide range of benefits for its employees including generous annual leave, a defined contribution pension and reward and recognition schemes.
Be part of a team that is responsible for the management and maintenance of the grounds surrounding the halls of residence, academic teaching and research buildings and sports facilities but also cares for specimen trees, meadows, woodlands and lakeside environments.
You will be:
Able to undertake all lifting, machine use and manual tasks associated with the role
Able to work outside all year in a range of environments
Expected to work from 8am to 4pm Monday to Friday across three campuses
You will have
An unlimited (Manual) UK valid driving licence enabling you to drive light vans
GCSE or equivalent pass grade in English Language
Previous experience of carrying out grounds maintenance tasks, preferable in a commercial setting
Previous experience of the safe use of common grounds maintenance tools and machines
A willingness to learn and actively participate in any training provided
Knowledge and awareness of health and safety practices and expectations
**Informal Contact Details**:
**Contact Name**: Rupert Taylor
**Contact Job Title**:Head of Grounds Maintenance
**Alternative Contact Name**: Lucy Jellis
**Alternative Contact Job Title**: Deputy Head of Grounds Maintenance
The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.
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