Hedge Cutting jobs in Cranleigh

37.5 hours per week (Between the hours of 7am-4pm on a rota basis)

52 weeks per year

£26,000-£28,000 annual salary

Job Purpose:

• To work as our School Grounds Person as part of the Estates team.
• To maintain, develop, and present the school grounds, gardens, playgrounds and sports facilities to a high standard, ensuring a safe, clean, and pleasant outdoor environment for all pupils, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities:

• To maintain all outdoor areas of the school to a high standard of presentation, including playgrounds, Muga (Astro area), lawns, flower beds, borders, driveways, pathways, and woodlands.
• To perform routine groundskeeping and horticultural tasks such as grass cutting, strimming, hedge trimming, weeding, planting, watering and leaf clearance across the seasons.
• To assist the Estates Manager in planning and executing short and long-term grounds maintenance, landscaping projects, and seasonal works.
• To carry out minor outdoor repairs and maintenance projects, including fencing repairs, gate maintenance, and upkeep of outdoor structures (sheds, greenhouses, and outdoor furniture).
• To ensure safe pedestrian and vehicular access around the site during adverse weather, including snow clearance, gritting, and salting of paths, car parks, and playgrounds.
• To conduct regular visual safety checks of trees and large branches near pathways and play areas, reporting any immediate hazards to the Estates Manager.
• Check external lighting in the winter months and adjust timers etc, report any issues to the estates manager.
• To ensure the school grounds remain clean and free of litter, including emptying outdoor refuse bins and maintaining tidy bin storage areas.
• To help the Estates Manager liaise with Contractors, ensure they carryout works to a good standard, following the schools procedures.
• To ensure the safe use, routine maintenance, and secure storage of groundskeeping machinery, power tools (e.g., mowers, hedge cutters, strimmers, etc), and equipment, keeping accurate logs as required.
• To conduct routine safety inspections of playgrounds and outdoor play equipment, ensuring all fire safety and health and safety regulations are strictly adhered to.
• Carryout all required training and attend school inset days where required to do so.
• To assist the wider Estates and maintenance team with portering, furniture setup for major school events, and other ad-hoc support when requested by the Estates Manager.
• Maintaining and watering the indoor plants at the Upper and Lower School.

Professional Requirements

• To read, understand and adhere to the range of school policies relating to Health & Safety, Compliance, and Safety at Work.
• To read, understand and adhere to Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy immediately reporting any concerns to D/DSLs.
• UK Driving Licence Category B

Site Security: As agreed with the Estates Manager. Follow rota to:

• Conduct regular security checks of school boundaries, fences, gates, and outdoor areas to ensure the site remains secure.
• The school must provide a safe environment for our staff and pupils, part of this will be to ensure school gates are kept locked after opening for access, all outbuildings, and outdoor facilities must also be kept locked when not in use.

Cover: On rare occasions you may be required to cover for the Estates Team, this may include if required:

• Provide on-call availability to respond to emergencies and incidents on-site.
• Lock and unlock the school premises outside regular hours for events, contractors, or emergencies.

Knowledge: You must have a good awareness and knowledge of:

• Health & Safety legislation and its practical outdoor implications
• COSHH regulations relating to garden chemicals, fertilizers, and pesticides
• Waste disposal procedures (including green waste)
• School protocols, policies, and procedures
• Fire Safety

Benefits:

• Free lunch during term time.
• 33 days annual leave incl 8 bank holidays, and additional time off between Christmas and New Year (gifted by employer)
• Free parking
• Workplace Pension Scheme

Why Leith Hill School?

Leith Hill School offers more than just a job, it’s a chance to grow, collaborate, and innovate in a dynamic educational setting. As part of the Cavendish Education family of schools, we’re proud to offer:

• A nurturing and inclusive environment where staff feel valued and empowered
• A commitment to continuous professional development, with plenty of opportunities to expand your skills
• A culture that encourages creativity, teamwork, and fresh ideas
• Daily collaboration with other SEN schools in our network, promoting shared learning and support

Be Part of Something Special

If you’re looking to take your next step in a school where innovation, compassion, and community come together, Leith Hill School could be your perfect fit. For further information including the full job description, please contact Careers@leithhillschool.com. To comply with our safer recruitment procedures you will be asked to complete an application form as part of the application process. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, please advise in your application if you are already on the Update Service.

Closing date Friday 20th November 2026. We reserve the right to interview and close early.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £26,000.00-£28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Dorking RH5 6PE: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person