Permanent, full time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. An opportunity has arisen for a Groundsperson to join our in-house Estates Team who oversee the maintenance and upkeep of the Schools historic estate. The School has extensive high-class facilities including. 14 Football / Rugby Pitches
2 AstroTurf Pitches
8 Cricket Squares
12 Tennis Courts
9 Hole (3690 Yard) Golf Course
400m Athletics Track
Whilst primarily producing facilities for the pupils, previous years have seen the school play host to AFL Teams, NFL teams, Professional Womens and Mens Football and Rugby teams, plus ECB cricket events.
Candidates should hold a minimum NVQ Level 2 Sports Turf qualification or relevant experience, having working knowledge in at least one of. natural sports pitches, cricket or golf maintenance and the ability to operate a variety of grounds maintenance equipment. Applicants should be enthusiastic, willing to work outdoors in all weathers and able to work unsupervised. For more information please refer to the job description document attached to the advertisement on our jobs page.
In addition to a competitive salary, the benefits include: Free Lunch
Automatic enrolment into the schools pension scheme
Use of the Schools sports facilities
Subsidised membership of the Golf, Tennis, Angling and
Social clubs
Due to the needs of the school and the department, we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. This job may also close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.
Equality, diversity and inclusion are values that are important to us at Harrow. We believe in diversity of thought and actively welcome everyone regardless of their background to bring their valuable and relevant skills to our community. The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful applicants must be willing to undergo enhanced child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with any past employer and the Disclosure and Barring Service, and it is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. No member of staff will be able to start until these checks are complete and this process takes, on average, a month. Please plan accordingly.
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