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Grounds Assistant


Company : Worksop College and Ranby House


Location : woking, south east england


Created : 2025-02-25


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Location:Ranby, RetfordSalary:22,696.96 per annumEducation Phase:Through SchoolWorking Pattern:Full-TimeContract Type:PermanentApplication Deadline:Friday, 7th March 2025About usWorksop College and Ranby House; one community set across two schools. We are proud to be a broad ability school, educating children from 2-18. With a focus firmly on progress, we recognise that every child has their own set of skills and abilities, whether it be academic, sporting, musical or otherwise. We believe that education is about more than the flight towards academic success, but about human flourishing. We want our students to be the very best version of themselves. If they are destined to attend an established University, here is where they will flourish. If they are an outstanding sportsperson, here is where they will hone their skills. Perhaps they are a talented artist or musician, here is where theyd perfect their craft, but if these talents are yet to be revealed, here is where theyll be discovered. We are a remarkable school, in a stunning setting, with exceptional facilities and a talented teaching staff. At Worksop College, what matters is the individual, their aspirations and their future.Job DescriptionKey responsibilities Previous experience as a Grounds person or similarAbility to use and demonstrate all necessary sports ground maintenance skills and operate range of machinery to the highest standard.Experience of mechanical repairs and the ability to mend machinery, small repairsThe ability to work well as part of a teamA flexible and enthusiastic approach to workMust be able to work without supervision and prioritise workload according to fixture lists and weather conditions.Relevant qualification in turf management (NVQ or similar)A chainsaw certificate is desirableFull, clean driving licenceCricket Pitch Maintenance desirableBenefitsWorking at Worksop is as much about a lifestyle choice as it is about pursuing a satisfying career path. We have high expectations of our staff and reward with an attractive benefits package, which includes: Fee concessions for your childrenWorkplace pension schemeAccess to gym, sports hall and swimming pool Discounts across a number of retail and hospitality outlets Free lunch provided when on duty with tea and coffee available throughout the working dayFree onsite parkingYou may also have experience in the following roles: Groundskeeper, Grounds Maintenance Operative, Greenkeeper, Estate Worker, Landscape Gardener, Grounds and Facilities Assistant, Sports Turf Operative, Grounds Technician, Outdoor Maintenance Worker, etc.REF-219 598JBRP1_UKTJ