Malvern College is not just a place to work; it is a community where every colleague is valued, and every day brings the chance to make a positive difference. In this role of Groundsperson, you will join a staff of c600 colleagues across our UK school sites, all of whom are committed to offering the best opportunities for our pupils. You will want to thrive on hard work and being part of a supportive community, where we encourage good ideas, empower our colleagues and live and breathe our Malvern Qualities. All our staff are experienced and dedicated professionals who work together to make the College run seamlessly.

What You'll Be Doing

In this role, you will ensure that Malvern College grounds are maintained to the highest standard assisting with the preparation and maintenance of both sports surfaces, including cricket, athletics, tennis and rounders in the summer and rugby, football, hockey, cross country and netball in the winter, as well as general upkeep of the school grounds. There may be occasions when you will be asked to support the wider Estates Department.

You'll Have

Demonstrable experience of working in the field of maintaining grounds

Sound knowledge and use of horticultural machinery

The ability to work effectively both individually and as a team

Full and valid UK Manual Driving Licence

You'll Get

We offer an exciting range of benefits and opportunities for growth. Malvern College is regarded as one of the most stunning schools in the UK and we believe the opportunities are just as enticing as the landscape.

Our Operational colleagues work alongside our Academic team in order to provide the best educational experience we can for our pupils. This is an exciting opportunity to join the College team who live, breathe and role model our Malvern Qualities.

To Apply

Wed love to hear from you, even if you dont meet all the criteria. We are likely to receive a high number of applications for this role so early application is advised as we reserve the right to close this vacancy early.

Applications should be submitted no later than Thursday 14 November 2024. Malvern College reserves the right to close this vacancy early and therefore applicants are encouraged to apply sooner.

Interviews will take place on w/c 25th November.

This post involves minimal contact with children and the post holder will not be responsible for children. The post holder will be considered to be in regulated activity.

Malvern College exists to provide a quality all round education for pupils aged 13 18 and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Candidates must be prepared to undergo child protection screening and an Enhanced DBS check.

You will be required to provide proof of your identity, right to work in the UK and qualifications during the selection process. We will seek references on short-listed candidates that will include questions about past disciplinary actions or allegations in relation to behaviour with children and may approach previous employers for information to verify particular experience or qualifications before interview. An online search will also be carried out as part of due diligence on all short-listed candidates.

Location: Malvern

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full time, 44 hours per week

Salary: Competitive

You may also have experience in the following: Caretaker, Maintenance Operative, Handyman, Repairs, Health and Safety, DIY, Estates Management Gardener, Landscaping, Gardening, Grounds Person, Horticulture,, Landscaper, Maintenance Gardener, Groundworker, etc.

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