This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Bracknell Town Council
Bracknell Town Council is seeking a Grounds Person to join our team maintain the Bracknell Town Council’s recreation areas and play equipment. This is a full time, permanent role maintaining the council’s parks, open spaces and sports facilities.
Job Purpose
As part of a team maintain the Town Council’s facilities to present an attractive, welcoming and safe environment for staff and service users.
Necessary knowledge, skills and experience
* Valid / clean UK driving license
* Experience of grounds maintenance and good eye for details.
* Experience in construction projects, desirable but not essential.
* Experience in safely operating machinery in public spaces like parks and sports facilities preferred, ride on mowers/tractors, small machinery for grounds maintenance.
* Able to work independently with a self-motivated, safety conscious approach
* Enthusiastic commitment to ongoing training and professional development
* Possession of related certifications in horticulture or grounds operations is an advantage
* Experience of sports and turf amenity maintenance and ability/desire to improve/learn these processes.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary plus 27.2% employer contribution to Local Government Pension scheme
* 23 days annual leave (increasing to 26 days after 5 years’ service)
* Discounted hire of Bracknell Town Council facilities
Hours:
Full time 37 hours per week
Monday to Thursday 7:30am to 3:30pm
Friday 7:30am to 3:00pm
Application Closing date:
27th February 2026
Equal Opportunities
Bracknell Forest Council – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
How to apply
To apply please send your CV and cover letter (include in your letter why you want the job and what you will bring to the role) to : accounts@Bracknelltowncouncil.gov.uk
Or
Post/delivery to Bracknell Town Council, Brooke House, 54 High Street, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 1LL
Please make sure that you list all your current qualifications and experience.