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Job Post Details

Gardener/Grounds Maintenance - job post

Earlscliffe Ltd
2.5 out of 5 stars
Sandgate CT20 2NB
£30,000 a year - Permanent, Full-time
Responded to 75% or more applications in the past 30 days, typically within 1 day.

Job details

Pay

  • £30,000 a year

Job type

  • Permanent
  • Full-time

Shift and schedule

  • Monday to Friday

Location

Sandgate CT20 2NB

Benefits

Pulled from the full job description

  • Company pension
  • Discounted or free food

Full job description

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5pm)

This role is subject to Safer Recruitment checks with Enhanced DBS and reference checks before employment can begin.

Overview

Responsible for maintaining the College grounds to a high standard, the Gardener will ensure that all outdoor areas provide a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors. The role involves overseeing the upkeep of six buildings across three local locations in Folkestone, managing the day-to-day care of gardens, landscaped areas, and external spaces to ensure they remain well-presented and reflect the high standards of the College.

Duties

  • Maintain all lawns, gardens, borders, hedges, shrubs, trees, and planted areas to a high standard.
  • Carry out regular mowing, edging, pruning, weeding, planting, watering, and seasonal maintenance.
  • Ensure all pathways, entrances, and outdoor areas are clean, tidy, safe, and presentable throughout the year.
  • Undertake seasonal planting programmes and contribute ideas to enhance the appearance of the College grounds.
  • Monitor the health of plants, trees, and lawns, identifying and treating pests, diseases, and weeds where appropriate.
  • Carry out leaf clearance and winter maintenance as required.
  • Operate and maintain gardening equipment safely and responsibly.
  • Plan and organise daily work independently, prioritising tasks across the school's three sites.
  • Report any maintenance issues, hazards, or health and safety concerns to the appropriate manager.
  • Work in accordance with the College's health and safety policies and safeguarding procedures.

Person Specification

  • Proven experience in professional gardening, horticulture, or grounds maintenance.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage your own workload effectively.
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills.
  • Good knowledge of horticultural practices and seasonal grounds maintenance.
  • Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
  • Reliable, hardworking, and able to work in all weather conditions.
  • Good communication skills and a positive, professional attitude.

Working Arrangements

  • A small amount of travel between sites is required during the working day.
  • The successful candidate must have access to their own car.
  • All gardening equipment, tools, and petrol costs incurred while travelling between school sites will be provided by the school.

Pay: £30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Discounted or free food

Application question(s):

  • Do you have access to your own vehicle on a daily basis?

Work authorisation:

  • United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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