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Job SummaryThis is a unique opportunity to work for one of the top 10 Universities in the world. In addition, Imperial College London is ranked as the number one sporting University in London.The Move Imperial Department of the Property Division at Imperial is committed to providing sports facilities of the highest standard to staff, students and the wider community, to promoting sporting excellence and actively encouraging participation in physical activity across all levels, whilst improving inclusiveness and removing barriers to participation.Based at the Harlington Sports Ground and reporting to the Grounds Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the high-quality maintenance and presentation of sports surfaces and facilities, supporting efficient resource management, and enhancing the user experience.Duties and responsibilities<ul><li>You will be involved in managing Direct Reports, overseeing health &amp; safety compliance, managing operational budgets, and maximising the facility usage through external hire.</li><li>Additionally, you will deputise for the Grounds Manager, support event logistics, and contribute to the overall smooth operation of the grounds and associated services.</li><li>As a key team member, you will deliver exceptional customer service, fostering a positive atmosphere for students and private hirers alike.</li></ul>If you are looking for the next stage in your career, you could be just the person we’re looking for.&nbsp;If you require any further details on the role please contact: Brian Lee, Grounds Manager by email on –&nbsp;<a href="mailto:b.lee@imperial.ac.uk" target="_blank">b.lee@imperial.ac.uk</a>

Imperial College London (Harlington Sports Ground)

Imperial College London

Assistant Grounds Manager

The FA believes football has the power to unite communities, promote wellbeing, and inspire positive change.The apprenticeship programme offers an entry into a rewarding career at The FA and an excellent opportunity to develop skills and gain experience within a supportive, inclusive and diverse organisation.In the exciting role of Wembley Grounds Apprentice you will work proactively with the Grounds Team to provide elite standard playing surfaces to the highest of standards for all events hosted on the iconic Wembley Stadium playing surface.You will be employed on a two year fixed term contract, and will study towards a Level 2 Sports Turf&nbsp; Operative qualification with Myerscough College (tutors will visit you at Wembley).You will be contractually based at Wembley Stadium full time.&nbsp;Please note that due to the nature of the role this position does not offer hybrid working.What will you be doing?<ul><li>Ensure the continued daily delivery of the pitch maintenance program in conjunction with the Head Of Grounds and Grounds Team to maintain all playing surfaces year-round to an elite level as laid down by governing bodies such as the FA, UEFA, FIFA, NFL, RFU and RFL.</li><li>Support the playing surface schedule with the Grounds Team to ensure there are adequate facilities for all the multi-use events Wembley host.</li><li>Maintain all pitch equipment (in ground/portable and mechanical) in line with manufactures safety standards to ensure optimum operation at all times.</li><li>In conjunction with the Grounds Team ensure all grounds operational tasks are completed to the highest of standards.</li><li>Contribute to the continued development of the ground team to ensure a continual improvement of their knowledge and professional experience.</li><li>In conjunction with the Grounds Team, support and engage with pitch contractors as required to ensure renovation &amp; maintenance of surfaces are carried out in line with the pitch management strategy &amp; as dictated by the Wembley schedule or Turf Farm.</li><li>Support and maintain a safe working environment for all Wembley Team and users, this includes but is not limited to a H&amp;S program, ongoing equipment maintenance program, regular communications regarding pitch works and treatments</li><li>Executes additional tasks as required to meet the FA's changing priorities.</li><li>Comply with all company policies and procedures to ensure that the highest standards of health, safety, and well-being can be maintained.</li><li>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.</li></ul>What are we looking for?To be eligible you must meet the following criteria:<ul><li>Live within England and have lived within the UK for the last 3 consecutive years</li><li>Must not be in full time education at the start of your apprenticeship</li><li>Must be at least 16 years of age</li><li>If aged 16-18 you will need to have maths and English at grade 4/C and have the certification for this. If not, you will need to sit Functional Skills Level 2 as part of the programme</li><li>Must not hold a similar or higher qualification in the same area of study</li></ul>This is a developmental role, so we do not require you to have lots of prior experience, however the following would be beneficial:<ul><li>Basic understanding of growing grass and interested in the Grounds Industry.</li><li>Basic understanding of the codes of sport Wembley host.</li><li>Understanding of a multi-use venue.</li><li>A willingness to contribute to your continued development is key.</li><li>An enthusiastic approach to learning.</li><li>Good time keeping</li><li>Happy to work outdoors in all weathers</li><li>A sports fan in general</li><li>Be flexible with working hours</li><li>Basic knowledge of football pitch construction.</li><li>Basic knowledge of pitch operations pre and post match/training.</li><li>Previous experience in sports turf industry. Any Sports surface</li><li>Use of any type of machinery related sports turf maintenance</li></ul>What's in it for you?We are committed to ensuring everyone can flourish in their roles, to achieve this 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 offer 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 pride ourselves in offering a competitive&nbsp;salary as well as great opportunities to develop and grow in your role. But that is not all; we also have a range of exciting benefits, some of which can be found below:<ul><li>Access to event day tickets at Wembley Stadium, alongside a host of regular internal events throughout the season, encouraging you to connect and learn with your colleagues and look after your mental health and well-being.</li><li>Free, nutritious lunches at Wembley Stadium and St. George's Park.</li><li>Free private medical cover.</li><li>A contributory pension scheme.</li><li>An additional 'Thank You' days leave, volunteering days as well as 25 days annual leave (based on a full-time, permanent contract.)</li><li>A hybrid working model which offers greater&nbsp;flexibility.</li></ul>For more information on what it is like to work at The FA, please visit our FA Careers page, <a href="https://www.thefa.com/about-football-association/careers" target="_blank">https://www.thefa.com/about-football-association/careers</a>We are a diverse workplace, aspiring to represent football across the country. The Football Association actively promotes inclusion and diversity, encouraging you to be the best version of yourself at work.&nbsp;We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be an equal opportunities 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

Wembley Grounds Team Apprentice - 2 Year Fixed Term Contract

The FA believes football has the power to unite communities, promote wellbeing, and inspire positive change.The apprenticeship programme offers an entry into a rewarding career at The FA and an excellent opportunity to develop skills and gain experience within a supportive, inclusive and diverse organisation.As an Apprentice Estates Person, you will work proactively with the Head of Grounds &amp; Estates, Assistant Head of Estates, and the wider Estates/Grounds team to maintain and prepare all landscaped areas to the highest possible standard. Your work will help create a safe, attractive, and welcoming environment for all events, teams, and visitors to the SGP grounds.You will support the delivery of the site's management plans and annual work schedules, ensuring the estate is presentable, safe, and well-maintained throughout the year — including in adverse weather conditions.This will be a 2 year fixed term contract, based full time at St. George's Park, Burton on Trent and you will work towards a Level 2 Horticulture Operative Apprenticeship with Derby College. Please note that you will need to spend Wednesdays at their Broomfield Hall Campus, so please ensure that you will be able to travel there each week before you apply.Please note that team members will be expected to be working on site or at college each day. Due to the nature of the work this role will not offer hybrid working.What will you be doing?<ul><li>Maintain and prepare gardens, landscaped areas, and grounds to standards set by senior management.</li><li>Carry out estate works in line with management plans and annual schedules.</li><li>Ensure all work is compliant with relevant legislation, company policy, and best practice for security, health &amp; safety, and environmental care.</li><li>Keep the site clean, tidy, and free from litter.</li><li>Maintain safe pedestrian and vehicle access, including frost/ice treatments and snow clearance during winter.</li><li>Operate and maintain grounds machinery and equipment in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.</li><li>Undertake all required training, including mandatory FA Group courses.</li><li>Ensure all equipment and tools are returned in good condition after use.</li></ul>Horticultural &amp; Landscape Duties<ul><li>Lawn care and maintenance: mowing, edging, scarifying, fertilising, spraying, weeding, strimming, top dressing, re-seeding, and repair work.</li><li>Woodland and habitat care: maintain and develop woodlands, grasslands, wetland habitats, ancient and veteran trees.</li><li>Planting and bed care: planting, weeding, pruning, forking, digging, mulching, watering, edging.</li><li>Hedge maintenance: cutting, weeding, gap filling, edging.</li><li>Path and kerb maintenance: cleaning, spraying, weeding, brushing, blowing, gritting, snow clearance.</li><li>Standard tree care: pruning, watering, feeding, weeding, and relocation where required.</li><li>Work in compliance with environmental and species protection requirements across the site.</li></ul>General<ul><li>Wear correct PPE in accordance with Health &amp; Safety guidelines.</li><li>Report any maintenance issues, damage, or equipment faults promptly to supervisors.</li><li>Support other Estates Team duties as required</li><li>Executes additional tasks as required to meet the FA's changing priorities.</li><li>Comply with all company policies and procedures to ensure that the highest standards of health, safety, and well-being can be maintained.</li><li>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.</li></ul>What are we looking for?To be eligible you must meet the following criteria:<ul><li>Live within England and have lived within the UK for the last 3 consecutive years</li><li>Must not be in full time education at the start of your apprenticeship</li><li>Must be at least 16 years of age</li><li>If aged 16-18 you will need to have maths and English at grade 4/C and have the certification for this. If not, you will need to sit Functional Skills Level 2 as part of the programme</li><li>Must not hold a similar or higher qualification in the same area of study</li></ul>This is a developmental role so you do not need lots of experience, however it would be beneficial for you to have the following:<ul><li>An interest and awareness in plant, tree, shrub and environmental and wildlife management.</li><li>General and basic knowledge of common Health &amp; Safety and safe working practices.</li><li>Proactive and enthusiastic attitude towards landscaping, grounds work and/or horticulture.</li><li>Attention to detail and pride in work.</li><li>Flexible approach to hours and duties.</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li><li>Be smart, polite, approachable, with good communication skills.</li><li>Physical fitness and able to work in all weather conditions.</li></ul>What's in it for you?We are committed to ensuring everyone can flourish in their roles, to achieve this 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 offer 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 pride ourselves in offering a competitive&nbsp;salary as well as great opportunities to develop and grow in your role. But that is not all; we also have a range of exciting benefits, some of which can be found below:<ul><li>Access to event day tickets at Wembley Stadium, alongside a host of regular internal events throughout the season, encouraging you to connect and learn with your colleagues and look after your mental health and well-being.</li><li>Free, nutritious lunches at Wembley Stadium and St. George's Park.</li><li>Free private medical cover.</li><li>A contributory pension scheme.</li><li>An additional 'Thank You' days leave, volunteering days as well as 25 days annual leave (based on a full-time, permanent contract.)</li><li>A hybrid working model which offers greater&nbsp;flexibility.</li></ul>For more information on what it is like to work at The FA, please visit our FA Careers page, <a href="https://www.thefa.com/about-football-association/careers" target="_blank">https://www.thefa.com/about-football-association/careers</a>We are a diverse workplace, aspiring to represent football across the country. The Football Association actively promotes inclusion and diversity, encouraging you to be the best version of yourself at work.&nbsp;We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be an equal opportunities 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.

St. George's Park Estates Apprentice - 2 Year Fixed Term Contract

Salary:&nbsp;£35,000 per annumHours: Full time&nbsp;Contract:&nbsp;PermanentRequired:&nbsp;October 2025Westminster School is seeking an experienced Groundsperson to help maintain our exceptional sporting facilities.&nbsp;The School’s 10-acre playing field at Vincent Square, the largest square in Central London, is home to cricket and football pitches, tennis courts with both tarmac and artificial grass surfaces, and an activity area used by pupils from Westminster Under School.The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all playing surfaces and surrounding areas are maintained to the highest standard. This will include preparing, marking and overmarking of sports pitches, caring for and maintaining grass, hedges and synthetic surfaces, and a variety of horticultural tasks such as planting, turfing, seeding and pruning.&nbsp;They will also assist with the setting up and maintaining of sports equipment, ensuring that facilities are ready for school games and events.About youThe successful candidate will need a Level 2 GMA Technical Certificate in Turf Surface Maintenance (or equivalent) and have proven experience in grounds maintenance. A full, clean UK driving licence is essential, as are strong communication skills and a good standard of written and spoken English.Working at WestminsterWestminster School is a busy, purposeful and vibrant place to be and an excellent workplace. The School is friendly and welcoming, and all newcomers quickly become part of the rhythm of life here.We also offer the following benefits:<ul><li>Free school meals when on-site</li><li>25 days paid holiday, as well as a discretionary Christmas shutdown period</li><li>Generous School pension scheme and </li><li>Free access to the School’s leisure facilities, including a fitness gym (restricted hours). </li><li>Cycle to Work Scheme and season ticket loans following completion of our standard probation period </li><li>Private medical insurance (opt in).</li></ul>For further information and to apply, please click the apply button.The deadline for applications is 09:00am on Wednesday 24th September 2025. Interviews will take place in-person shortly after the closing date.We are an equal opportunities employer. We therefore encourage candidates to apply irrespective of age, disability, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion and belief, gender identity, sex or sexual orientation.The School is a Registered Charity (no 312728).

Groundsperson

Starting Salary £40,000 per annum (depending on skills, knowledge and experience)&nbsp;Permanent | Full-time | All-year Round (52 weeks per year)&nbsp;Felsted School, a leading Independent Day and Boarding School, is seeking an enthusiastic, experienced, and passionate Head of Grounds to lead our Grounds and Gardens Department. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in maintaining and developing our beautiful 90-acre campus in rural North Essex, ensuring that our high-quality sports facilities, green spaces, and gardens are always presented and maintained to the highest standards.&nbsp;The main responsibilities of the role will be to manage, support and develop our team of Grounds and Gardens staff to maintain and enhance all outdoor areas including lawns, sports pitches, gardens and pathways whilst upholding high standards in health &amp; safety, environmental practices, and compliance.&nbsp;Our ideal candidate will hold a Level 2 or 3 qualification in Groundskeeping or similar area, have proven experience in a similar role in groundskeeping (ideally in an educational environment), and possess strong interpersonal and team management skills. It is also essential that all candidates hold a full UK manual driving licence.&nbsp;This role is a permanent position working full-time, all-year round. The hours of work are Monday to Thursday from 8:00am to 4:30pm and Fridays from 8:00am to 3:30pm, with a thirty-minute unpaid lunch break each day. Weekend working may be required to support sports fixtures.&nbsp;Further information and a full job description can be found on our website.&nbsp;&nbsp;Benefits include 25 days annual leave each year (plus public holidays); free life assurance, uniform and parking; contributory pension scheme (matched at 4%); membership availability to the School’s healthcare scheme (via BUPA); free lunch on full days worked; annual salary reviews; free use of the Felsted Gym and pool facilities; subsidised on-site Coffee Shop; and membership to Felsted Connect; an online multi-platform engagement tool where employees have access to hundreds of exclusive discounts and offers from online and high-street retailers. More information on our rewards package can be found on our website <a href="https://felsted.org/employment-opps/rewards" target="_blank">felsted.org/employment-opps/rewards</a>.&nbsp;Felsted is a leading day and boarding independent school based in a stunning village campus in North Essex. Founded in 1564 by Richard Lord Riche, who had been a Lord Chancellor under King Edward VI, Felsted today provides an exceptional holistic education to approximately 1100 boys and girls aged four to eighteen. We celebrated our 450th anniversary in 2014, one of only a handful of schools in the country that have claimed this historic milestone. We employ more than 190 teachers and 460 operational staff in a community orientated environment, ensuring our pupils receive the very best in learning and co-curricular activities.&nbsp;&nbsp;Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 19 September 2025 at 9:00am.&nbsp; Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we recieve a high number of applicants. Interviews will be held shortly after the closing date.&nbsp;&nbsp;If you would like to apply for this position, please visit our website <a href="http://www.felsted.org/employment-opps" target="_blank">www.felsted.org/employment-opps</a> to complete our online application process.&nbsp;Felsted is committed to equal opportunities and maintaining a safe and secure environment for all pupils and a ‘culture of vigilance’ to safeguard and protect all in its care, and to all aspects of its ‘Safeguarding (Child Protection and Staff Behaviour) Policy’. Please note, it is an offence to apply for this position if barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All employees are subject to pre-employment checks including a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Head of Grounds

About Bath RugbyBath Rugby is one of the oldest and most prestigious rugby clubs in the world. Competing in the Gallagher Premiership and European competitions, we are committed to excellence on and off the field. We pride ourselves on a culture of performance, collaboration, and professionalism.Role OverviewWe are recruiting for a skilled Groundsperson. This is a new opportunity to join our Grounds Team who look after both iconic locations within the company- Farleigh House and the Rec. We truly do not think there are better locations to work at in Bath (though we might be biased). Our Grounds Team currently consists of three other people and we are looking to gain both a grounds apprentice and a junior or senior Groundsperson.The core purpose of the role is to maintain the pitches and surrounds of the training ground at Farleigh House and the pitch at the Rec to the highest standards to ensure that the pitches are always available for training.To present the match day pitch in the best shape and highest quality for matches.Key ResponsibilitiesAs a Groundsperson at Bath Rugby, you will be entrusted with a range of essential tasks to ensure our playing surfaces are of the highest quality:<ul><li>Carry out regular mowing, edging, and aeration to maintain the pitch at optimal playing condition.</li><li>Apply fertilisers, treatments, and pest control measures as needed to promote healthy turf growth and appearance.</li><li>Accurately mark and paint lines on the field for matches and training sessions, ensuring clear and professional markings.</li><li>Manage and maintain groundskeeping equipment, ensuring they are in excellent working condition.</li><li>Keep a vigilant eye on weather conditions and adjust maintenance activities accordingly to protect the playing surface.</li><li>Work closely with the groundskeeping team to ensure all aspects of the facility are well-maintained.</li><li>Assist in preparing the facility for matches and events, ensuring the grounds are impeccable and ready for action.</li><li>Adhere to health and safety regulations to provide a secure environment for players, staff, and visitors</li><li>Any other tasks that may be deemed appropriate by your line manager</li><li>On occasion you may be asked to help with event set-ups working across the wider grounds and gardens teamDesirable skill &amp; Experience</li><li>We are ideally looking for an experienced individual who has successfully maintained sports turf to a professional standard.</li><li>The individual must also hold or be working towards the appropriate technical qualification,</li></ul>such as:<ul><li>Level 2 City &amp; Guilds Diploma in Sports and Amenity Turf Maintenance</li><li>NVQ Level 2 Sports Turf Management.</li></ul>What We Offer<ul><li>Beautiful offices onsite at our Farleigh House High Performance Centre</li><li>Complimentary Bath Rugby Tickets</li><li>Ballot access for RFU International Matches</li><li>Complimentary Bath Rugby Kit</li><li>Local &amp; Partner Discounts Inc. Homewood Spa &amp; Longleat</li><li>Frequent Nutritious Staff Lunches</li><li>Regular Socials</li><li>High-Performance Gym Use</li><li>Cycle to Work Scheme</li><li>Health Cash Plan</li><li>24/7 Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Life Assurance x 4</li><li>Enhanced Maternity &amp; Paternity Leave</li><li>25 Days Holiday</li></ul>LocationThe Rec in Bath city centre. Due to the rural location and limited public transport, applicants must live within commuting distance and have access to their own transport.How to ApplyPlease send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to <a href="mailto:opportunities@bathrugby.com" target="_blank">opportunities@bathrugby.com</a>Application Deadline: 18th August 2025Bath Rugby is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We value diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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