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ST Edward's School

Grounds Operative

St Edward's SchoolFull-timeClosing 19th September 2026
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About the role

Grounds Operative

Contract Type
Permanent
Working Hours
Full-time
Working Weeks
Full year (52 weeks)
Start Date
As soon as possible
Application Deadline
Sunday, September 20, 2026
Job Summary

If you enjoy working outdoors and take pride in well-maintained green spaces, this is an excellent opportunity to join the Grounds Department at St Edward’s School.

Set across a beautiful 100-acre estate, the School’s grounds include landscaped areas, residential spaces and extensive sports facilities. As a Grounds Operative, you will support the maintenance and presentation of these areas, working as part of a friendly and supportive team.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Routine maintenance of lawns, landscaped areas, residential spaces and sports surfaces

  • Preparation and upkeep of sports pitches, including mowing and setting out

  • Hedge cutting, planting, pruning and general horticultural tasks

  • Turf care, footpath maintenance and litter collection

  • Safe use and basic maintenance of grounds machinery and equipment

  • Supporting School activities and events when required

About you:
You may have previous experience in grounds maintenance, gardening or a related trade, or be keen to develop your skills in this area. A genuine interest in outdoor work is essential, along with a positive and flexible approach.

You will be able to work both independently and as part of a team, communicate effectively, and work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions. A relevant qualification and full UK driving licence are desirable but not essential.

    • Why work at St Edward's?

    Benefits of working at St. Edward’s:

    • 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays (with time off in lieu for any bank holidays worked)
    • Closure over Christmas and New Year
    • Free membership to the Nuffield Health Fitness and Wellbeing Gym
    • Free meals during term time
    • Support for CPD and further qualifications
    • A friendly and inclusive working environment
    • Free meals
    • Free car parking
    • Cycle to work scheme
    • Employee assistance programme
    • Defined contribution pension scheme with Scottish Widows (The standard employee contribution rate is 5% with the employer contributing 8%)
    St Edward’s does not accept applications from recruitment agencies.St Edward’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we aim to create and maintain a safe environment for our pupils, where they feel respected and supported. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to become familiar with our policies and procedures for child protection and security. All staff are required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.St Edward’s School is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on age, race, sex, religion, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic. Please see our Equal Opportunities & Dignity at Work policy on our website for further details.Registered Charity No: 309681
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