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School Groundsperson (Must hold relevant experience to job advert)

Job Posted: 4 days ago

Salary: £ 34,234 - 52,899 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Ealing

Expire in: 24 days

Job Description

Groundsperson – Estates Team

Location: Ealing, London
 Contract: Full‑time, Permanent
 Start Date: As soon as possible
 Holidays: 35 days per year plus bank holidays
 Salary: Competitive (to be confirmed)

About our School

We are a leading independent co-educational Catholic day school in West London, with welcoming ethos.
 Our campus includes a five‑acre main site plus 14 acres of playing fields and sports facilities — a real asset in London. We are committed to excellence, care, and community, and we’re looking for someone who takes real pride in the school environment.

Role & Responsibilities

As part of our Estates Team, you will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing the school grounds to the highest standard. This is a varied role that involves working primarily outdoors — through all seasons — and contributing to the presentation, safety, and upkeep of our sports fields, landscaping, and general site. Key duties will include:

General grounds maintenance: mowing, edging, and upkeep of lawns, hedges, and perimeter areas.

Upkeep and preparation of sports pitches: marking, repairing, and maintaining turf to support fixtures and practices.

Litter control, leaf clearance, and maintaining cleanliness of outdoor areas.

Working with grounds equipment and machinery safely (mowers, strimmers, etc.).

Assisting with landscaping, gardening, and planting as required.

Supporting health & safety protocols for ground use, including security checks and preventing hazards.

Working closely with other estates staff to deliver a coordinated maintenance service.

Helping with ad hoc tasks and improvements as agreed with the Estates Manager.

Person Specification

We are looking for someone who:

Has experience in grounds maintenance, gardening, or a similar outdoor role.

Is reliable, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently as well as part of a team.

Has a good understanding of health & safety, especially in an outdoor context.

Can operate lawn/grounds equipment safely.

Is adaptable and able to work in different weather conditions.

Is committed to the ethos of St Benedict’s and takes pride in presenting a well-maintained environment.

Has good communication skills and a practical, hands-on attitude.

Benefits

Working with us comes with some great perks:

Fee remission for children of permanent staff at St Benedict’s.

Defined contribution pension scheme. 

Free use of the school’s gym during term time. 

Free lunch in the staff dining hall during term time. 

Health Cash Plan. 

Cycle-to-Work scheme. 

Possibility of reduced‑rent accommodation (subject to availability).

Other staff well‑being benefits including free yoga/fitness classes.

Safeguarding / Compliance

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to:

Undertake an enhanced DBS check. 

Provide references and comply with school safeguarding procedures

Before You Apply

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Bank details.
National Insurance number.
Date of birth.

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