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About Us&nbsp;The City of London Corporation manages 11,000 acres (approximately 4,500 hectares) of land in and around London that is enjoyed by over 16 million visitors annually. Whilst there are small pockets of land within the Square Mile, the majority can be found elsewhere in London and the surrounding counties. The City Corporation acts as Trustee of 10 charities which, through their various objects, are responsible for the preservation in perpetuity of a large proportion of these award-winning open spaces.&nbsp;&nbsp;The role&nbsp;The Operative Ranger is the frontline face of our open spaces and critical to ensuring a safe, welcoming customer experience to all users and maintaining the high standards required for the Green Flag Award and other nationally recognised standards. The Operative Ranger will play a dynamic role in supporting existing teams to keep the parks clean and safe, engaging with visitors and community groups, continuing with the upkeep of sports pitches and facilities, and supporting events and entertainment across the department.&nbsp;&nbsp;The ideal Candidate&nbsp;You will have a full clean driving licence. You have a good understanding of Health &amp; Safety within a work environment. You have the relevant certification to operate machinery and tools. You will have demonstrable experience working in a fast-paced open spaces environment. You have good communication skills, can follow company policies and procedures, and provide accurate updates to your line manager both written and verbal. You show initiative and work well in a team. You are flexible, calm under pressure and have a can-do approach to working outdoors.&nbsp;Benefits Include&nbsp;<ul><li>For the better performance of their duties, the Operative Ranger will be required to reside in a house provided on site at West Ham Park. </li><li>Competitive salary starting at £32,028 including Inner London Weighting, depending on experience. </li><li>24 days annual leave </li><li>Pension scheme is operated in accordance with Local Government Pension Scheme </li><li>Employee assistance programmes including mental well-being support. </li><li>Bicycle Loan scheme. </li><li>Travel card scheme&nbsp;</li></ul>Closing date: 12 noon on 18 April 2025.To apply online please click the Apply online button below.&nbsp;&nbsp;Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24 hr answerphone) quoting reference number OENV0429 if you experience any difficulties.&nbsp; A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732.&nbsp;The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.&nbsp;We reserve the right to close the advert earlier should we receive a high number of applications.&nbsp;Because our roles are so varied, we don’t have a ‘one size fits all’ policy for workplace attendance. How many days a week you’ll be required to attend your workplace will depend on the requirements of your role. It’s important that you understand the requirements before applying to ensure you are able to meet them. We are committed to considering requests to work flexibly and job share. Requests will be considered by the recruiting manager in line with our policies and business needs.For more information on our categories for workplace attendance, please view our guide.We will be reviewing this policy and approach at regular intervals to ensure we’re meeting our attendance needs.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and as part of the selection process the successful applicant will be required to obtain a standard Disclosure &amp; Barring Service check.

Operative Ranger - West Heath

About the Role:Joining the Pitch Performance department as a Skilled Grounds Person, based at the club’s Training Ground. Prepare and maintain all the football pitches and playing surfaces at The Training Ground in line with industry standards. Maintain all surrounding areas of pitches and any other designated area as reasonably requested.The Pitch Performance department plays a key role in ensuring the club’s professional players have the best surfaces possible to perform in both training and in matches. &nbsp;The Perks of the Job:<ul><li>Opportunity to access tickets for events at The City Ground.</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme.</li><li>Access to high street and gym discounts.</li><li>Discount within our Club shop.</li><li>Free on-site parking.</li></ul>Key Tasks and Responsibilities:<ul><li>Assist the Pitch Performance Manager/Deputy in the preparation, presentation and maintenance of all playing surfaces and football pitches at the Training Ground.</li><li>Ensure all areas are maintained and kept to the highest professional and industry standards.</li><li>Undertake all grounds management duties including but not limited to cutting, mowing, line marking, aerating, devoting, spraying, fertiliser and sand application, strimming and rotary mowing, and grooming of artificial surfaces.</li><li>Drive ride on mowers, tractors and using all associated attachments and implements responsibly, verti-draining and multi-coring.</li><li>Keep surrounding areas and Ground storage areas, etc tidy.</li><li>Wear any personal protective equipment provided, and comply with all Health and Safety guidelines, working in a manner not to cause injury or harm to yourself or anyone else, or the property of the Club.</li></ul>What are we looking for:<ul><li>Demonstrable experience in working as a grounds person preferably within a sporting institution.</li><li>NVQ Level 2 in Sports Turf Grounds Maintenance essential. Level 3 beneficial.</li><li>Pa1, Pa6 &amp; Pa2 spraying qualification an advantage.</li><li>Experience of driving relevant vehicles such as tractors and ride on mowers.</li><li>Excellent timekeeping, attendance and is reliable.</li><li>Dedicated to working to the highest standard at all times, displays a positive attitude, is discrete and trustworthy.</li><li>Resilient and comfortable working outdoors.</li><li>Excellent physical fitness including the ability to walk up to 6 miles at any one time and to lift goods of up to 25kg without the use of manual handling equipment.</li></ul>Forest For EveryoneWe aim to create a culture which embraces and celebrates our differences, enables individuals to feel comfortable, maximise their potential and eliminate discrimination.Nottingham Forest Football Club is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marital / civil partnership status, pregnancy / maternity leave, race, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic.Nottingham Forest Football Club is a signatory of the FA’s Football Leadership Diversity Code. We are committed to developing policies to promote equal opportunities and diversity within our workforce. To monitor our progress against these commitments, we require all applicants to provide accurate diversity data during the application process. &nbsp;Disability Confident Committed EmployerWe are a Disability Confident Committed employer.&nbsp; We encourage applications from people with disabilities and long-term health conditions.&nbsp; If you need disability-related adjustments to the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.If you are likely to meet the definition of being a "disabled person" according to the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/equality-act-2010-guidance" target="_blank">Equality Act 2010</a>, you may be eligible to apply for an interview via the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/disability-confident-guidance-for-levels-1-2-and-3/level-1-disability-confident-committed#offer-an-interview-to-disabled-people" target="_blank">Disability Confident Scheme</a>&nbsp;- please indicate this in your application form below.&nbsp; The information you share with us about your health or disability will not be used in recruitment selections.Our Commitment to SafeguardingAs part of the Club’s commitment to safeguarding, the successful applicant may be required to undergo a Disclosure Barring Service (“DBS”) check or an enhanced DBS check. The results of a DBS check will be considered on an individual basis, and the Club will act in a proportionate manner when deciding whether or not to proceed with the appointment.An FA Enhanced DBS disclosure is required for all relevant new appointments to the Club. Individuals will be asked to declare any convictions, cautions or reprimands, warnings or bind-overs that may have been incurred. The Club reserves the right to carry out risk assessments where content has been disclosed on a DBS disclosure if it feels that it is relevant to the job requirements. Failure to satisfy the Club and the PL's safeguarding requirements may lead to the job offer being withdrawn or, if they have already started employment, summary termination of the employment.

Nottingham Forest Football Club

Grounds Person

Operative Ranger - West Ham Park

Sports Turf OperativeFull Time, all year roundPermanentSalary: Up to £28,000 p/aBradfield College is looking for an experienced Sports Turf Operative to assist with the maintenance, conservation and enhancement of our sports surfaces and grounds.Working closely with the grounds team, you will maintain and prepare all of our outdoor sports areas including football pitches, cricket squares, athletics tracks, lacrosse fields, tennis courts, hockey pitches, hard courts and all-weather surfaces. This will involve the setup and dismantling of sports equipment, as well as seasonal and weather dependent duties, including snow clearance and salting paths and roads.We are looking for a trustworthy and reliable individual with extensive knowledge of sports turf maintenance and sustainable grounds management practices. You will possess previous experience in a similar role, including specific experience of preparing and renovating cricket surfaces.&nbsp;You will also be proficient and experienced in the use of a variety of grounds maintenance machinery and equipment, pairing this with PA1, PA2 and PA6 pesticide qualifications. In addition to this, you will also provide knowledge of working in conservation areas and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.Working hours will be 35 hours per week in winter and 45 hours in summer.In return, we offer a variety of excellent College benefits including:<ul><li>One free meal a day when the College kitchens are open</li><li>Access to Lifeworks EAP programme</li><li>Subsidised membership of the College Sports Centre and Golf Club</li><li>Contributory Pension Scheme</li><li>Life Assurance Scheme</li><li>Cycle to Work Scheme</li></ul>For further details and to apply please click the apply button.If you have any queries about the application process, please contact the HR department at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@bradfieldcollege.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bradfieldcollege.org.uk</a>&nbsp;The closing date for applications is Monday 31st March 2025&nbsp;Applications will be processed as they are received and we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. Bradfield College reserves the right to make an appointment at any time so early applications are encouraged.Bradfield College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening as part of their application.&nbsp; This includes submitting an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Certificate prior to employment, registration of the DBS Update Service and checks with past employers.

Sports Turf Operative

We are hiring for casual Grounds &amp; Estates team members to help for the upcoming summerThe Grounds and Estates team at St Georges Park are looking for casual workers to help support the team at the weekends and during Bank Holidays and other busy periods between April to September.No previous experience in this industry is needed and we would provide the relevant training. Jobs would consist of using pedestrian and ride-on grass cutting machinery, tractors and attachments, working on estate woodland areas and the grass and synthetic pitches.Within your application please briefly explain your current situation including your availability for work and reason for interest.What's in it for you?We pride ourselves in offering a competitive rate of pay as well as great opportunities to develop and grow in your role.We are committed to ensuring everyone can flourish in their roles, and by doing this we offer top-of-the-range facilities across two core business locations. We have unique office spaces under the arch of the iconic Wembley National Stadium, which is the home of English football. We are also delighted to have a world-class Elite Performance Centre, St. George's Park in Staffordshire which is an exceptional setting to develop and inspire high-performing England teams and leaders.We are a diverse workplace, aspiring to represent football across the country. The Football Association&nbsp;actively promotes inclusion and diversity, encouraging you to be the best version of yourself at work.We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be an equal opportunities&nbsp;employer. If you have any particular requirements in respect of the recruitment or interview process, please mention this during your application.As part of The FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance.

The Football Association

Groundsperson - Summer Casual Contract

The Queen's Club is an exclusive private members' Club situated in Baron's Court (W14). We have a full-time vacancy as a Junior Groundsperson within our Grounds team.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;In this role you will be assisting in the day-to-day maintenance of the club grounds. This includes:&nbsp;<ul><li>Maintenance of all our tennis courts (grass, clay, astroturf and acrylic) such as mowing, scarifying and brushing.</li><li>Various aspects of gardening such as weeding, trimming of hedges and mulching</li><li>Assistance in the preparation and management of the all events and tournaments held at the club</li><li>The general upkeep of the club grounds.</li></ul>To be successful in this role you will be someone who works well as part of a team,&nbsp;who is engaging and flexible in their approach with a friendly manner, and a proactive can-do attitude.&nbsp;&nbsp;Will have an ability to multi task, and with problem solving skills, you will have the ability to be reactive and think on your feet. Being someone who is self-organised and able to prioritise workload to meet agreed deadlines.This role has the potential to develop into an Apprentice Position, if it is of interest to the candidate once they have passed probation.The working week is based on a rota system, working 5 days out of 7, including required weekend shifts.We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Salary range is from £28000 to £30000. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for supporting others and being part of the team, we would love to hear from you.<ul><li>Uniform provided. </li><li>A competitive salary.</li><li>A friendly and supportive working environment.</li><li>25 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays.</li><li>Contributory 3% company pension scheme.</li><li>Discretionary annual performance bonus.</li><li>Use of the Club’s courts, gym and fitness studio (during off peak times).</li><li>Free breakfast, lunch and dinner &amp; refreshments while on duty.</li><li>Childcare vouchers.</li><li>Cycle to work scheme.</li><li>Car salary sacrifice scheme.</li><li>Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.</li><li>24/7 Employee assistance program.</li><li>Interest-free Season ticket loan.</li><li>Long service award.</li><li>Eye Test and glasses contribution.</li><li>Medicash Healthcare scheme.</li></ul>

The Queens Club Limited

Junior Groundsperson

The Grounds Management Association (GMA) is seeking to recruit a full time Regional Pitch Advisor for football in Wales to join the existing team in supporting the delivery of the Pitch Advisory Service (PAS) for a fixed term of 30 months.The PAS is designed to raise standards of sports surfaces and the understanding of sports turf management practices at volunteer level and is delivered by the GMA on behalf of the Cymru Football Foundation and Football Association of Wales.The successful candidate should have excellent interpersonal, communication and IT skills, be well organised and able to demonstrate clear knowledge and understanding of turf care management with a proven background in turf/grounds management, preferably sports turf. Knowledge of current NGB facilities strategy and the structures of sport, especially the sports of football would be considered an advantage as will knowledge and understanding of local authorities and community sport structures.&nbsp;Ability to understand and speak Welsh would be desirable.&nbsp;The role is home based with requirement to travel to the GMA head office in Milton Keynes and other sites for meetings or visits, as necessary. This role will report directly to the Key Account Manager for football in Wales. The Regional Pitch Advisor for football is a regional role covering North Wales consisting of the counties of Anglesey, Ceredigion, Powys, Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire, Gwynedd, Wrexham, so residency within or close to the boundary would be advantageous.The GMA is the UK’s leading industry body for the grounds care sector. A not-for-profit membership organisation promoting and protecting the interests of professional and volunteer grounds people who make sport possible by keeping green spaces and playing surfaces safe, accessible, and sustainable across educational establishments, community facilities, and sports clubs at grassroot, amateur, and elite professional level.SALTEX is the brand name of the exhibition owned and operated by the GMA with all profits supporting the GMA’s provision and delivery of the industry training, education and membership services.Competitive salary starting from £29K per annum plus car allowance of £4K per annum, and pension, employee assistance programme, life assurance cover, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure.

Grounds Management Association

Regional Pitch Advisor – Football (North Wales) 30 months fixed term contract

Do you have a passion for sport, visiting new places and experiencing new cultures? With our new opening at SIS International,&nbsp;you could play an essential role in the successful construction, installation and maintenance of sports pitches in stadiums across the globe.&nbsp;At SIS Pitches, we’re on a mission to power more play! With offices in the UK, Ireland, Turkey, the Netherlands, and Dubai, we support grassroots sports, education, commercial venues, and professional sports clubs. We pride ourselves on our innovative approach, exceptional customer service, and dedication to excellence.&nbsp;The RoleAs a Contracts Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth construction, delivery and maintenance of our sports pitch projects.&nbsp;You will be involved in high profile sports projects at stadiums and training grounds for the World’s most famous clubs, helping us to deliver the finest pitches for FIFA, UEFA and the world’s biggest tournaments.You’ll work closely with the Operations Director, Chief Operating Officer and installation or maintenance teams to manage the execution of projects. This role will require periods away from home for the duration of projects. Trips home will be built into scheduling where possible and periods of downtime in the quieter months results allow you to enjoy extended periods at home.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>To manage and work with specialist installation teams to construct all aspects of sports pitches.</li><li> To manage multiple projects from execution, inception to completion and responsible for allocated project finances, procurement of plant and materials, procurement of subcontractors, health and safety, site management, labour planning, staff development and promoting quality.</li><li>A focus on Health &amp; Safety standards, procedures and documentation.</li><li>Ensuring compliance with company policies and industry regulations.</li></ul>What We’re Looking For✔ Strong communication skills. ✔ Experience in the construction, installation and maintenance of sports pitches. ✔ Attention to detail and ability to multitask, managing multiple projects simultaneously. ✔ A proactive approach and willingness to learn and work towards solutions. ✔&nbsp;Willing to go above and beyond to not only meet, but exceed customer expectations.Why Join Us?🌍 Be part of a global company that transforms sports venues. ⚽ Work on exciting projects that impact professional and grassroots sports. 📈 Opportunities for career growth and development, as always looking to promote from within. 💼 A supportive and dynamic work environment. &nbsp;Benefits✨ Company sick pay ✨ Compassionate leave &amp; dependency leave ✨ Death in service coverIf you’re ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to world-class sports infrastructure, apply today!SISPITCHES is an equal opportunity employer.&nbsp; All candidates from our diverse community are welcome and will be considered based on their skills, knowledge and experience suitable for the role.

SIS Pitches

Global Contracts Manager

Wellington College is one of the world’s leading co-educational boarding and day schools located in rural Berkshire set in a stunning 400 acre campus, home to a blend of breathtaking original architecture and modern state-of-the-art facilities to provide the best possible education environment for our pupils.We have an exciting opportunity within our Grounds department who&nbsp;are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Skilled Groundsperson (Sports Turf Operative).About the role:You will join on a full time, permanent&nbsp;basis (40&nbsp;hours per week).The postholder will be responsible for the preparation and maintenance of Sports Playing Surfaces to a high standard to include cricket, athletics, tennis, rounders, rugby, football, hockey and lacrosse, as well as general estate duties as directed by the Senior Groundsperson.Dedication, hard work and passion will see you go far at Wellington College, we value and support our staff and&nbsp;you'll have the chance to develop existing and gain new skills with career progression opportunities available.&nbsp;Benefits:Wellington College offers a wide range of benefits, in addition to a competitive salary we offer * 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), free lunch whilst on duty, subsidised membership to the Wellington Health &amp; Fitness Club, generous contribution to the personal pension scheme, &nbsp;Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced Maternity/Paternity scheme, cycle to work scheme, free parking, College Fee remission&nbsp;and access to a health cash plan.&nbsp;Key responsibilities (Including but not limited to; see job description for full requirements):<ul><li>Cricket pitch preparation and maintenance; mowing, scarifying, rolling, marking and autumn renovation and ensuring pitches are protected from inclement weather.</li><li>All sports surface preparation including grass, hardstanding and artificial turf.</li><li>Winter sports pitch preparation and maintenance to include sand dressed artificial sports surfaces. Mowing, aeration, scarifying and fertilising; tractor mounted and pedestrian machinery.</li></ul>Person SpecificationThe successful incumbent must have<ul><li>Full and valid UK driving licence.</li><li>NVQ Level 2 sports turf (or equivalent) (desirable)</li><li>Experience of driving a tractor and machinery used to prepare and maintain sport turf.</li></ul>So, if you are committed to contributing towards the College community, think you’ve got what it takes to perform exceptionally in this role and would like to join our team, please apply&nbsp;now.For further details, including how to apply, please visit the Support page of our website at <a href="https://wellingtoncollegerecruitment.wellingtoncollege.org.uk/" target="_blank">https://wellingtoncollegerecruitment.wellingtoncollege.org.uk/</a>.&nbsp; We can only accept applications via our vacancy website application form.Wellington College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date or to close the vacancy prior to closing date if deemed appropriate. &nbsp;You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.We are an equal opportunities employer and are seeking applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds.All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK and must be able to produce supporting documents.

Wellington College

Skilled Groundsperson (Sports Turf Operative)

Haileybury College is seeking to appoint a Groundsperson.The objective of the&nbsp;Groundsperson is to ensure the efficient maintenance and development of all sports playing surfaces, their structures and associated areas. Ensuring that safe, consistent, well presented and good quality playing surfaces are always available to pupils and visitors.&nbsp;In addition, the role may require the general maintenance and development of landscaped and garden areas. Duties will include lifting and manual handling; therefore, the post holder should be familiar with the procedures required for these areas.&nbsp;The successful applicant must hold a full driving licence.Please see our <a href="https://www.haileybury.com/working-at-haileybury/support-staff-vacancies/groundsperson-6/" target="_blank">website</a> for further information.&nbsp;

Haileybury

Groundsperson

37 hours per week (permanent)SCP 7-12: £25,584 to £27,711 plus Local Government Pension SchemeWe are looking for three Estates Officers to create our new Estates team, managing open spaces, play areas and other Council owned assets across Yeovil. The team will ensure that the Town’s open spaces, play areas, allotment sites and civic horticultural schemes are safe, welcoming and attractive with a strong community focus. The roles will carry out the agreed maintenance and inspection regimes for all the outdoor assets. They will also provide a point of contact for communities using the facilities and support volunteering and community engagement in parks, open spaces and growing schemes. They will also provide maintenance support to the Country Park for specialist operations and work with the Parks Engagement Officer to prepare sites for events.&nbsp; As the range of facilities we manage is broad, we are a looking to build a team with diverse skills, from tree work to grass cutting, propagation to small ground works. Training will be available for the right candidates.For more information, please see the job description and job specification. For an informal discussion please contact Katy Menday, Director of Leisure &amp; Environment,&nbsp;<a href="mailto:katy.menday@yeovil.gov.uk" target="_blank">katy.menday@yeovil.gov.uk</a>. To apply, please complete an application form. The job description, specification and application form are available at the address below or on our website.Closing date is Tuesday 1st April at noon.Yeovil Town Council, Town House, 19 Union Street, YEOVIL BA20 1PQ01935 382424<a href="mailto:ytc@yeovil.gov.uk" target="_blank">ytc@yeovil.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="http://www.yeovil.gov.uk&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">www.yeovil.gov.uk&amp;nbsp</a>; @YeovilTownCouncil

Yeovil Town Council

Estates Officer x3

Apprentice GroundspersonHours: Full Time, all year roundContract: PermanentSalary: Competitive salary, plus benefitsBradfield College is looking for an Apprentice Groundsperson to assist with the maintenance, conservation and enhancement of our sports surfaces and grounds. As part of the role at the College, you will be enrolled in a Level 2 apprenticeship scheme.Working as part of a well-established Grounds team, you will maintain and prepare all of our outdoor sports areas including football pitches, cricket squares, athletics tracks, lacrosse fields, tennis courts, hockey pitches, hard courts and all-weather surfaces. This will involve the setup and dismantling of sports equipment, as well as seasonal and weather dependent duties, including snow clearance and salting paths and roads.Working hours will be 35 hours per week in winter and 45 hours in summer.You will be a positive and hardworking individual, with excellent communication skills and a full driving licence. You will also be capable of meeting the physical challenges of the post.In return, we offer a variety of excellent College benefits including:<ul><li>One free meal a day when the College kitchens are open</li><li>Access to Lifeworks EAP programme</li><li>Subsidised membership of the College Sports Centre and Golf Club</li><li>Contributory Pension Scheme</li><li>Life Assurance Scheme</li><li>Cycle to Work Scheme</li></ul>For further details and to apply please click the apply button.If you have any queries about the application process, please contact the HR department at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@bradfieldcollege.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bradfieldcollege.org.uk</a>The closing date for applications is Monday 31st March 2025&nbsp;Applications will be processed as they are received and we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. Bradfield College reserves the right to make an appointment at any time so early applications are encouraged.Bradfield College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening as part of their application.&nbsp; This includes submitting an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Certificate prior to employment, registration of the DBS Update Service and checks with past employers.&nbsp;

Apprentice Groundsperson

You'll be joining our Racecourse Grounds team who are responsible for maintaining our beautiful racecourse throughout the year. You'll get involved in everything from irrigating the racing surface and lawns, to tractor work, mowing and strimming. What do you need to be successful?<ul><li>Experience of working in a similar role</li><li>You'll be trained and competent on a range of grounds care equipment and tractors</li><li>Racing knowledge/experience would advantageous but is not essential&nbsp;</li><li>Due to the rural location of the Goodwood Racecourse, your own or reliable transport is essential.&nbsp;</li></ul>Occasional weekend work and flexibility in working hours may be required, especially during our busy events season. What you'll get: &nbsp;<ul><li>A company pension with employer contributions</li><li>Discounted products and services from across the estate</li><li>Free gym and health club membership</li><li>A health cash plan and access to a comprehensive wellbeing package</li><li>A beautifully unique environment.</li><li>Overtime payments for extra hours worked during the events season</li></ul>

Racecourse Groundsperson

Wellington College is one of the world’s leading co-educational boarding and day schools located in rural Berkshire set in a stunning 400 acre campus, home to a blend of breathtaking original architecture and modern state-of-the-art facilities to provide the best possible education environment for our pupils.We have an exciting opportunity within our Works department who&nbsp;are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Machine Mechanic.About the role:You will join on a full time, permanent&nbsp;basis (40&nbsp;hours per week).The postholder will be responsible for the repair and maintainance of the estates departments machinery including two stroke, petrol as well as larger diesel grass cutting machinery and tractors. The college also has a small number of battery powered buggies and equipment that will need maintaining.Dedication, hard work and passion will see you go far at Wellington College, we value and support our staff and&nbsp;you'll have the chance to develop existing and gain new skills with career progression opportunities available.&nbsp;Benefits:Wellington College offers a wide range of benefits, in addition to a competitive salary we offer * 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), free lunch whilst on duty, subsidised membership to the Wellington Health &amp; Fitness Club, generous contribution to the personal pension scheme, &nbsp;Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced Maternity/Paternity scheme, cycle to work scheme, free parking and access to a health cash plan.&nbsp;Key responsibilities (Including but not limited to; see job description for full requirements):<ul><li>Maintaining and repairing the machinery held in the department</li><li>Recording the repairs and maintenance carried out using the college online system</li><li>Carrying out inspections on machinery as needed for compliance purposes</li><li>Helping manages the stock of consumable products such as oils and filters.</li></ul>Person SpecificationThe successful incumbent must have:<ul><li>Full and valid driving licence.</li><li>Desirable to have a qualification relevant to the role</li><li>Experience of maintaining a wide range of machinery and power tools</li><li>Have worked in a role as a mechanic for at least 3 years</li></ul>So, if you are committed to contributing towards the College community, think you’ve got what it takes to perform exceptionally in this role and would like to join our team, please apply&nbsp;now.For further details, including how to apply, please visit the Support page of our website at <a href="https://wellingtoncollegerecruitment.wellingtoncollege.org.uk/" target="_blank">https://wellingtoncollegerecruitment.wellingtoncollege.org.uk/</a>.&nbsp; We can only accept applications via our vacancy website application form.Wellington College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date or to close the vacancy prior to closing date if deemed appropriate. &nbsp;You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.We are an equal opportunities employer and are seeking applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds.All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK and must be able to produce supporting documents.

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