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City of Peterborough Sports Club (CoPSC) is the largest multi sports club in the area and is home to five of the most premier sports clubs in the city, offering Bowls, Cricket (Peterborough Town Cricket Club), Hockey, Squash / Racquetball and Tennis with over 1000 members. We offer some of the finest facilities (for ECB Northants Premier cricket, County Bowls, and National League Hockey) in the East of England and host a number of top sporting competitions and matches including minor counties and 2nd XI county cricket. We are a Community Amateur Sports Club (CASC).We are currently looking for an experienced Groundsperson to be accountable and responsible for a cricket square, cricket outfield, bowls green, grass tennis courts and a sand dressed astroturf hockey pitch within our site and to ensure they meet all standards required by the club and each sport’s governing body.Other responsibilities include:<ul><li>Ensure the safe and effective operation of all groundskeeping equipment, including lawnmowers, tractors, and other machinery. </li><li>Implement and maintain a comprehensive grounds maintenance plan, including fertilization, pest control, end-of-season renovation and irrigation strategies. </li><li>Monitor and address any issues with sports facilities promptly and safely. </li><li>Prepare the annual budget requests for repairs, maintenance and grounds preparation.</li><li>Coordinate the negotiation, purchase, storage and control of all consumable materials and services in a cost-effective manner.</li><li>Ensure all groundskeeping activities are carried out in a safe and responsible manner, adhering to all relevant safety regulations and procedures. </li><li>Carry out repairs and renovations to sports facilities as needed during winter periods. </li><li>Maintain a thorough knowledge of and ensure compliance with all relevant National and Local current legislation, ie. Health and safety, first aid, COSHH, environmental management and employment to ensure compliance.</li><li>Continue to review industry best practice on grounds maintenance techniques, consumable products and technology to ensure the club remains a best-in-class facility</li></ul>Qualifications (to include one or more)<ul><li>NVQ/SVQ in Sports Turf Maintenance</li><li>Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Sports Turf or Amenity Horticulture</li><li>PA1/PA6 pesticide application certification</li><li>Knowledge of ECB, LTA, Bowls England, and England Hockey specific sports pitch regulations</li><li>First Aid and H&amp;S training</li></ul>Skills<ul><li>Turf management</li><li>Line marking and pitch setup</li><li>Machinery operation and maintenance</li><li>Irrigation and drainage</li><li>Pesticide and fertiliser application</li><li>Basic DIY skills</li><li>IT skills for maintaining logs and schedules</li></ul>These duties and responsibilities are intended as a guide. They are not exhaustive: the position will be expected to undertake any reasonable task or responsibility as required by the Commercial &amp; Operations Manager.Closing Date:&nbsp;TBCFurther Information: Jonathan Short, 07884 292271, <a href="mailto:manager@cityofpeterboroughsportsclub.co.uk" target="_blank">manager@cityofpeterboroughsportsclub.co.uk</a>Benefits:&nbsp;Salary based upon experience, pension, 25 days holidays plus Bank Holidays, sports club multisport membership, industry training courses available

City of Peterborough Sports Club

Groundsman

A keen Groundsperson is required to join our Grounds &amp; Gardens Department. The successful candidate should demonstrate&nbsp;experience of undertaking sports turf management to a professional standard together with an understanding of the operation and maintenance of appropriate machinery.&nbsp; A good working knowledge of sports pitch preparation, experience in a similar position and relevant qualifications are desirable.Hours of work are 40 per week Monday to Friday, and Saturday mornings working on a rota.The City of London Corporation is currently undergoing a programme to ensure that our pay and reward practices are competitive and equitable across the whole organisation to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to thrive in the work that we do.To apply online, please&nbsp;visit&nbsp; <a href="https://www.freemens.org/about-us/work-with-us" target="_blank">Work with us | City of London Freemens School</a> Alternatively, please contact 01372 822442.&nbsp;Closing date:&nbsp; 9am on Thursday 31st July 2025Candidates are asked to note that Freemen’s retains the right to interview and appoint at any time during the application process so early applications are encouraged.This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and as part of the selection process a Disclosure and Barring check will be required.The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

City of London Freemen's School

Groundsperson

<h2>Job overview</h2>We are seeking a committed, and passionate Grounds Person with knowledge of machinery and sports pitch maintenance to join us at Forest.This is a full-time permanent position, supporting the maintenance and development of amenities and playing surfaces, ensuring safe consistent playing surfaces are available for use as necessary.Why work at Forest?There are many benefits of working at Forest school as staff are our single most important asset. Key benefits include:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>Generous CPD budget&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Comprehensive Professional Development Review system&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Opportunities to contribute to the wider community via our extensive Outreach Programme&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Free hot lunch (takeaway sandwich lunch also available) and refreshments throughout the day&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>20% fee remission (pro-rata for part time staff) for children attending Forest which is applicable Y3-Y13&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Subsidised membership to the Sylvestrian Leisure Centre&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Membership of the School's Group Life Assurance scheme and Personal Accident Scheme&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Contribution towards&nbsp;private medical insurance fees&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Membership of a pension scheme</li></ul>Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so early applications are encouraged. Forest School reserves the right to make appointments at any stage.Please note that if you have previously applied for this position and were not successful, your application will only be reconsidered if there have been significant changes to your qualifications, or skills that align more closely with the person specification.The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. We are an equal opportunities employer.

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