We are seeking to appoint a reliable and practically-minded Assistant Groundsperson on a full time, permanent basis from July 2026 or as soon as possible.
The successful candidate will work with the Head Groundsperson ensuring the delivery of:
1. Well maintained lawns throughout the year;
2. Assisting the Head Groundsperson to prepare sports pitches and cricket squares; and
3. Maintaining a high standard of presentation across the whole site.
Should you choose to apply we look forward to meeting you, showing you what we do and hearing what you can offer. We are a friendly, good-humoured and supportive team, and look forward to welcoming you to the school. If you would like any additional information about the role, please contact Mr David Paris via [email protected].
Standards at the school, academic and behavioural are very high and there is a strong Christian ethos. We are committed to a policy of equality. It is recognised and welcomed that teaching and support staff will come to the school with a variety of faiths, beliefs and backgrounds. We aim to ensure that no job applicant, member of staff, student or other member of the school community is treated less favourably on any grounds. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups.
To apply, please download and complete the application form and email it, together with a covering letter of no more than two sides of A4, to Mrs Clare Sherwood - please see details below.
Applications will ONLY be considered if the school application form and covering letter are completed via the work for us page on the Cathedral School's website.
Applications are invited as soon as possible, and interviews will take place on a rolling basis thereafter. Should you require any further information about the role, please call David Paris, Premises Manager, on: 029 2056 3179.
Key Duties
These include:
- Maintaining and presenting all grassed areas to a high standard, including using mowers, strimmers etc.
- Ensuring the entrance and verges on the school drive are neat and tidy;
- Assisting Head Groundsperson in managing woodlands and planted areas. Duties may include cutting and removing damaged branches, hedge cutting, assisting with large planting schemes and weeding flower beds;
- Erecting fencing and posts under supervision;
- Sweeping courtyards and collecting fallen leaves, using leaf blower and sucker; Working with various different types of machinery and equipment to prepare and maintain football, rugby and cricket pitches. Duties include white lining sports pitches, maintaining and erecting appropriate goal posts and sports equipment, preparing the cricket square (manicuring, dressing, rolling etc) and cutting and maintaining the peripheral areas around the sides of the playing fields;
- Liaising with appropriate staff on the availability of sports facilities for lessons and matches and advising on the fitness of pitches;
- Under the direction of the Head Groundsperson, preparing and maintaining the sports facilities at the main school site, to recognised national standards and to the satisfaction of all users;
- Providing grounds staff support to sports fixtures/events when required, including at weekends;
- Assisting the Head Groundsperson in changing sports equipment each term; Providing cover for Head Groundsperson in their absence;
- Helping with set up for events;
- Implementing weekly, monthly and annual agreed maintenance programmes for all facilities
Additional Duties
- Snow clearance and salting/gritting of path and roadways;
- Monitor the condition of tools, equipment and machinery, maintaining and cleaning them to maximise their lifespan;
- Clean courtyards and play areas using pressure washer, and washing down signs;
- Empty bins and litter picking;
- Move furniture and heavy objects around site;
- Organise the grounds sheds to ensure that the space and resources are used effectively;
- Look to employ new methods to increase efficiency;
- Support colleagues in the grounds and maintenance teams in order to ensure all Premises work is completed in order of priority;
- Be alert to the school routine and calendar to ensure that the grounds are prioritised in line with events taking place;
- Attend regular team meetings;
- Attend training events identified through the appraisal process;
- Take responsibility for compliance with the school’s policies with regards to Health and Safety eg. use of personal protective equipment;
- Take immediate action to minimise risks or concerns identified about the school’s estate, reporting the risk or concern to the Premises Manager;
- Manage the safe storage of the grounds tools and chemicals, such as herbicides, in accordance with the school’s control policies (COSHH);
- Undertake any other reasonable duties as directed by the Premises Manager.
Whole School Responsibilities
All staff are expected to:
- Have a full disclosure DBS check, and support and contribute to the school’s responsibility for safeguarding students.
- Work towards and support the school vision, ethos and the current objectives outlined in the School Development Plan.
- Comply with policies and procedures of the school, including those referred to in the Staff Handbook.
- Work within the school’s Health and Safety Policy to ensure a safe working environment for staff, pupils and visitors.
- Work within the school’s Equal Opportunities Policy to promote equality of opportunity for all pupils and staff, both current and prospective.
- Maintain high professional standards of attendance, punctuality, appearance, conduct and positive, courteous relations with pupils, parents and colleagues.
- Be self-reflective and committed to your own continued professional development, participating in training and keeping up to date with current procedures and practices.
- Engage actively in the appraisal process.
- Contribute to and support the wider life of the School, eg. attending school open days where appropriate (incl one Saturday in early October) and attending other functions and events.
- Undertake such other reasonable duties related to the job purpose as required from time to time.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £24,921.00 per year
Benefits:
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Gym membership
- Store discount
Application question(s):
- Are you willing to complete the school’s application form?
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
