Oxford University Sport is situated at the iconic sports ground where the world record four-minute mile was first broken.

We currently have an opportunity for a part-time Groundsperson (Technical Services) to join the Department’s thriving grounds team, working at sports grounds under the control of the University, including College and commercial grounds.

What We Offer

We are a key part of the University of Oxford and as an employer, genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:

An excellent contributory pension scheme

38 days annual leave

A comprehensive range of childcare services

Family leave schemes

Cycle loan scheme

Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans

Opportunity for personal and professional development

Trade prices for goods on sale in Centre

The University also runs an enormous number of social groups and sports clubs for those looking for more than just a great place to work.

About the Role

This is a part-time post for 20 hours per week (ideally 08:00 – 12:00 Monday - Friday) on a fixed term contract until 31 July 2025.

General duties include the preparation and maintenance of sports grounds, pitches and all-weather surfaces within the Sports Department’s remit, including external contracts.

This role focuses on specific technical sports grounds aspects at the Iffley Road sports site such as the running track, field event equipment, clay and grass tennis courts and hockey pitch, including watering system.

About You

Good communication skills are essential and professional experience in sports grounds work would be an advantage, although voluntary sports grounds work experience would be considered for an entry point Groundsperson.

A current driving licence is essential for this role as the post-holder will be required to drive tractors on public highways.

For further information or to arrange an informal conversation about this role please contact Jon Roycroft: jon.roycroft@sport.ox.ac.uk

Applications should be made online and please quote Reference 177357 on all correspondence.

Only applications received before 12:00 midday on Friday 3 January 2025 will be considered

Interviews will take place on Friday 10 January 2025 at the University Sports Complex, Iffley Road, Oxford.

This role will not attract sufficient points to obtain sponsored Skilled Worker visas under the UK Visa & Immigration points-based system. Applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK, but who can demonstrate they will be eligible to obtain a valid work visa via another route

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