Details:
- Salary: £32,500 - 33,500 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Buckhurst Hill Essex
- Date: 5 days ago
Description:
Role: Groundskeeper
Start Date: November 2026
Location: North East London/Essex borders
Contract Term: Permanent
Salary: £32,500 - £33,500
A leading and thriving independent school in North East London, close to Essex is seeking a Groundskeeper from November 2026. This is a full time and permanent position.
The Groundskeeper will work on all sports playing fields at the School's playing fields (main area of responsibility) and main school site. Grounds staff are also expected to undertake work in the school’s gardens, borders and boundaries, ensuring these areas are maintained to a high standard. This position would suit a “hands on” experienced individual who is flexible and committed to providing quality sports facilities and grounds. The Groundskeeper takes an active role whilst understanding the changes in the sporting seasons. A proactive approach to grounds maintenance, sports turf management and facility improvement will be essential.
The role requires an experienced individual with a strong practical knowledge of grounds maintenance.
The successful candidate will be flexible, well organised and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a wider team. A relevant professional qualification is expected.
If you have a passion for education, grounds and sport, please send your CV to Duncan or contact him for more information including an information pack.
Knight Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for the post must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and an enhanced DBS check