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Job Title: Grounds Maintenance Operative
Location: Portsmouth
Salary:
A GBP 25,122 to A GBP 31,561 dependent upon the qualifications, skills and experience of the successful candidate. The salary range can be discussed further for an exceptionally qualified and experienced candidate.
Job type:
Permanent, Full Time (37.5 hrs/week worked across 5 days, Tuesday to Saturday)
About the Role
The Portsmouth Grammar School is a leading co-educational school located in the heart of historic Portsmouth.
Working as part of a small professional team and reporting to our Head Groundskeeper, the successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining our sports pitches and grounds to a high standard, assisting with planned maintenance projects, and supporting future site improvements. The role includes regular support at our main site in Old Portsmouth. We welcome applications from both individuals looking to develop a career in grounds maintenance and sports turf management and experienced grounds professionals with relevant qualifications and specialist skills. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. During term time, the normal working pattern will be Tuesday to Saturday, with working hours varying between 8.00am and 6.00pm to meet operational requirements. The standard working day is 7.5 hours with a 30 minute unpaid lunch break. Flexibility is required to support sporting events, evening lettings, site security and occasional weekend or evening working. Time off in lieu will be provided where appropriate.
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Main Responsibilities
Grounds Maintenance and Sports Facilities
- To liaise daily with the Head Groundskeeper to plan, prioritise and complete grounds maintenance activities
- Maintain, manage and continually improve all sports pitches, artificial surfaces, landscaped areas, gardens, pathways and access roads
- Ensure all grounds and sports facilities are maintained to the highest possible standards, supporting the schools sporting, educational and lettings programmes
- Regularly inspect grounds, facilities and infrastructure, reporting defects and taking appropriate corrective action where possible
- Maintain site cleanliness and presentation, including litter collection, waste management and general housekeeping
Equipment and Asset Management
- Maintain all ground machinery, vehicles, hand tools and power tools in a clean, safe and operational condition
- Ensure all equipment is serviced and maintained
- Keep buildings, sheds, workshops and storage areas clean, organised and secure
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections and repairs
Site Security and Visitor Management
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- Assist in maintaining the security of the Hilsea site, including conducting site checks following events and securing facilities
- Report unresolved issues or concerns to the Head Groundskeeper or Estates Team
- Host contractors, lettings clients and visitors, ensuring compliance with safeguarding procedures, visitor management requirements and site regulations
Health, Safety and Compliance
- Promote safe working practices and ensure the correct use of PPE
- Carry out statutory checks as directed by the Head Groundskeeper
Communication and Teamwork
- Attend team meetings, staff briefings, training sessions and other meetings as required
- In the absence of the Head Groundskeeper, liaise with stakeholders regarding operational matters
Operational Support
- Provide cover for colleagues during periods of absence and wider Estates Team activities when required
- Work flexibly across School site and participate in overtime, emergency callouts and out-of-hours support when necessary
- To ensure the safeguarding of pupils
The Ideal Candidate
Essential
- A good standard of education with excellent spoken and written English
- To hold, or be willing to complete, relevant Emergency First Aid at Work qualification
- Experience of, and ability to, work in a team
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