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Assistant Grounds Maintenance Person at St Helen's School
Employer
St Helen's School
Location
Hertfordshire
Salary
£24,784.50 - £26,784.50 Annually (Actual)
Hours
Full Time
Place Of Work
Onsite
Closing date
26 July 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Function
Arboriculturist Jobs, Garden and Landscape Design Jobs, Groundskeeper, Grower Jobs
Sector
Groundskeeping & Maintenance, Universities & Colleges
Seniority
Specialist/ Consultant
Job Details
About This Role
Main Responsibilities
To follow the programme of work set by the Head of Grounds, which includes:
- Removal of fallen leaves and debris from all hard surfaces and grassed areas
- Removal of debris from Aco drain channels and gully gratings
- Clean and maintain free of debris and moss external escape stairs
- Inspect and maintain outdoor furniture
- Routine emptying of bins and litter-picking across the site
- To assist with grit spreading and snow clearing
- Carry out gardening maintenance tasks including edging; weeding/hoeing and maintaining beds; hedge cutting and re-setting; dead heading; seasonal pruning of shrubs and the cutting of grass to include pedestrian mowing, ride on mowing and strimming
- To assist other members of the Grounds Team with the renewal of planting schemes
- Water, feed and maintain planted containers
- To assist the Maintenance and Facilities teams with preparation/clear-up for major School events
- Other tasks as requested by the Head of Grounds
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The Person
It is essential for the successful candidate to have the following qualifications, experience, and personal attributes:
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- Self-motivated, fit and capable of carrying out the tasks required
- A good team player who is flexible and responsive to the needs of the school
- A passion for horticulture
- High standards of delivery
- Full UK Driving licence
- A minimum of 3 years' practical experience
- Entry level qualification e.g. NPTC Level 1, City & Guilds Level 1 or equivalent
- An ability to work in all weathers
It is desirable for the successful candidate to have the following qualifications, experience, and personal attributes:
- A commitment to further professional and H&S training
- A warm friendly approach to their colleagues and working environment
- NPTC PA1 PA6 pesticide certificate
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