Groundsperson

Groundsperson Salary: up to £23,795 per annum Location: Cheltenham This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy. Dean Close Foundation are looking for a new Groundsperson to join our Gardens and Gardens team. Reporting to the Head of Grounds Care, the Grounds & Gardens Operative will assist in the daily delivery of general grounds care and external area maintenance at Dean Close Foundation sites in Cheltenham. The role requires independent and team working in order to provide the following: gardens and grounds in good and safe condition; natural and artificial sports pitches to a high standard throughout the year; maintenance of the equipment necessary to deliver these services. Other roles and responsibilities include:

• Undertake routine preparation and maintenance of a range of sports and amenity surfaces as detailed on work schedules
• Assist with routine care of all designated gardens, grounds and external areas,
• Assist with the development and improvement of existing or new garden areas
• Set up sports pitches and amenity surfaces
• Undertake minor construction and landscaping work
• Preparing sports pitches (Cricket, Rounders, Athletics, Rugby, Tennis & Hockey) for fixtures and practice.
Successful candidates would have a minimum of 2 years' experience in working within a busy grounds and gardens teams and hold a valid driving license. Early applications are encouraged, and applicants may be invited to interview prior to the closing date. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed before the closing date. We will request references for all shortlisted candidates prior to interview. For further details please see the attached job description or contact our recruitment team on or recruitment@deanclose.org.uk for with your query. Internal applicants Please contact the Recruitment Team requesting the internal candidate application form link before starting your application. The Foundation Dean Close Foundation is a growing, vibrant and diverse family of independent schools and nurseries, uniting around a shared vision and set of values. These spring from the origins of Dean Close School, which was founded in 1886 in memory of Dean Francis Close, Rector of Cheltenham and educational philanthropist. The Christian ethos of that original school continues today where the aim is that every child should be given the opportunities to flourish, underpinned by its core values of courage, contribution and love which are the guiding principles behind its educational vision. The Foundation currently has five schools and six nurseries within its group, creating a strong community that can share best practice, resources and a secure future. Dean Close Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Successful candidates would have a minimum of 2 years' experience in working within a busy grounds and gardens teams and hold a valid driving license.

Dean Close Foundation is a growing, vibrant and diverse family of independent schools and nurseries, uniting around a shared vision and set of values. These spring from the origins of Dean Close School, which was founded in 1886 in memory of Dean Francis Close, Rector of Cheltenham and educational philanthropist. The Christian ethos of that original school continues today where the aim is that every child should be given the opportunities to flourish, underpinned by its core values of courage, contribution and love which are the guiding principles behind its educational vision. The Foundation currently has five schools and six nurseries within its group, creating a strong community that can share best practice, resources and a secure future. Dean Close Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.