Gardener in a School - Stourbridge, United Kingdom - Old Swinford Hospital School

Old Swinford Hospital School

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Stourbridge, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Old Swinford Services Ltd is seeking an experienced Gardener to ensure that their overall appearance of the school grounds is maintained to the highest standards.

Person Specification

A minimum of 5 years' experience;
A full, clean driving licence is essential;
All works must be carried out in a safe and responsible manner ensuring Health and Safety procedures are followed at all times;
Must be able to communicate confidently;
An eye for detail and accuracy;
A professional manner and appearance
Selfmotivated with a positive, professional attitude
Ability to work as part of a team yet also to work under own initiative;
Flexible approach and adaptable;
Ability to cope with the physical requirements of the job;
Displays commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children and young people.

Job Specification
The Gardener is responsible to the Site Manager and shall:

Carry out regular grass cutting on the school grounds including all sports pitches plus Treherns;
Maintain flowerbeds, boarders, hedges and trees on the school grounds;
Lay turf, fertilise, mass and weed kill, seed and top dress any grass area, as require;
All areas are to be clear of litter and leaves;
Marking out of all sport pitches;
Maintain and clean all outdoor sports areas;
Maintain and erect any outdoor sports equipment;;
Undertake cleaning of debris from gutters, drains and storm water drains;
Carry out a visual inspections all trees on the school property and report any that are in need of attention. Any trees that pose a danger to personnel or property must be reported immediately to the Site Manager.
Ensure that all equipment and materials are maintained and securely stored. Any defective or damaged equipment is to be reported to the Site Manager immediately;
During inclement weather clear snow and ice as directed by the Site Manager;
Report to the Site Manager any unstable surfaces or general deterioration around the grounds.
Undertake setting up of areas required to meet the needs of the school and for lettings as instructed by Site Manager;
Any other tasks that may from timetotime be reasonably required by the Headmaster, Bursar or Site Manager.

Hours & Remuneration of Work
This is a permanent, all year round position for 37 hours or part time hours would be considered.

The salary for full time hours will be £23,498 per annum

In line with current regulation you will, if you are eligible, be offered a workplace pension through NEST

Closing date is Tuesday 6th February 2024 at 10am.

Old Swinford Services Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants are required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.

Salary:
£23,498.00 per year

Schedule: