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We are looking for an experienced and proactive Head Groundsperson to lead the maintenance and development of our school’s grounds and sports facilities. This hands-on role involves managing a skilled team, ensuring top-quality playing surfaces, and supporting the school’s wider events and sustainability goals. The successful candidate will oversee a dedicated team and manage resources effectively.Leadership &amp; Team Management:&nbsp;<ul><li>To take full responsibility for the day to day running and preparation of sports grounds and associated facilities to meet with the School’s requirements. </li><li>Supervise and robustly manage a team of grounds staff, providing guidance, training, and performance management.  </li><li>Plan, organise, and allocate tasks amongst the team to ensure efficient and effective grounds maintenance.  </li><li>Maintain a positive and collaborative team environment.  </li><li>Offer innovative proposals to improve the facilities provided for the pupils. </li><li>Demonstrate an exemplar standard of expertise and workmanship across all tasks carried out by the department&nbsp;</li></ul>Grounds Maintenance &amp; Landscaping:&nbsp;<ul><li>Maintain all areas of the school grounds, including lawns, gardens, sports pitches, and pathways, to a high standard.  </li><li>Carry out routine maintenance tasks such as mowing, strimming, edging, pruning, weeding, and planting.  </li><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, and irrigation strategies.  </li><li>Continue to review industry best practice on grounds maintenance techniques, consumable products and technology to ensure the School remains a best in class facility </li><li>Support the School’s Sustainability and Environmental objectives whilst ensuring quality of provision is not compromised by continually reviewing available products and carrying out suitable trials where appropriate&nbsp;</li></ul>Sports Facilities Management:&nbsp;<ul><li>Ensure all sports facilities (e.g., pitches, courts, tracks) are in optimal condition for use, including marking out and preparation in line with timetable requirements, minimizing down time and prioritising academic activities.  </li><li>Carry out repairs and renovations to sports facilities as needed during School holiday periods.  </li><li>Monitor and address any issues with sports facilities promptly and safely.  </li><li>Undertake supervision and maintenance at the School’s satellite sports sites.&nbsp;</li></ul>Budgeting &amp; Finance:&nbsp;<ul><li>Manage and monitor a grounds budget covering labour resources, grounds maintenance materials, external contractors, machinery, maintenance, purchase of new equipment and capital works. </li><li>Prepare the annual budget requests for the Grounds department including contingency provisions for adverse weather conditions. </li><li>Coordinate the negotiation, purchase, storage and control of all consumable materials and services in a cost-effective manner. </li><li>Follow the School’s financial procedures that are set out in Standing Financial Instructions.&nbsp;</li></ul>Safety &amp; Compliance:&nbsp;<ul><li>Ensure all groundskeeping activities are carried out in a safe and responsible manner, adhering to all relevant safety regulations and procedures.  </li><li>Conduct regular safety checks of grounds and equipment.  </li><li>Maintain accurate records of all ground’s maintenance activities and equipment maintenance.  </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>Conduct regular risk assessment programmes. </li><li>Head the snow / ice clearance of pathways and roads as required during the winter months. </li><li>Carry out regular Toolbox Talk training with the team to ensure safety and technical excellence standards are maintained </li><li>Ensure all equipment and consumable items are stored in a safe and compliant fashion&nbsp;</li></ul>Communication &amp; Collaboration:&nbsp;<ul><li>Close liaison with the Director of Sports to ensure their requirements are met. </li><li>Communicate effectively with school staff, students, and parents regarding grounds maintenance issues and planned activities.  </li><li>Collaborate with other school departments, such as the sports department and wider estates department, to ensure effective coordination of activities.  </li><li>Set up for events (academic, commercial, alumni, and parent-led) when requested. </li><li>Provide advice and guidance where necessary during planning for parent-led events to ensure the School’s academic and commercial interests are appropriately preserved.&nbsp;</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 Estates Director.Closing Date: 30th May 2025First Interview: w/c 2nd June 2025Second Interview: w/c 9th June 2025To Apply, please click "Apply" to be taken to the school website.

Highgate School

Head Groundsperson

Job Purpose<ul><li>To ensure that all playing surfaces within Lincoln City Football Club, Elite Performance Centre and Academy are maintained to the highest professional standards, providing safe, visually appealing, and consistent conditions for players, officials, and visitors. The Grounds Person will support the delivery of matchday and training ground preparations across all club sites, contributing to the overall success and presentation of the Club.</li></ul>Job Roles and Responsibilities<ul><li>Carry out duties in accordance with all relevant company policies, including, but not exclusive to, the Health and Safety at Work Act, Code of Conduct, Diversity &amp; Equality Policy, Equal Opportunities Policy, Financial Regulations Policy &amp; Social Media Policy;</li><li>Weekend work required in accordance with the Club’s fixture programmes at all levels and to manage the recovery of the surfaces prior to training on Monday mornings;</li><li>Regular liaison with the First Team Management staff in respect of pitch rotation and usage;</li><li>Regular monitoring of weather forecast;</li><li>Accurate record keeping including but not limited to fertilizer applications, verti-drain procedures, fungicide treatments etc;</li><li>Regular monitoring of all pitches for prevention of disease;</li><li>Compliance with all necessary health and safety requirements;</li><li>Implementing a weed control programme to areas such as paving and surrounding areas;</li><li>Maintenance and upkeep of goals, dugouts and any other associated equipment;</li><li>Maintenance and upkeep of the Groundsman’ s area – i.e. Office, Garage, Store and Yard;</li><li>Act always with utmost good faith to the Club and the Company;</li><li>Devote full attention and ability to fulfilment of the duties required by the role;</li><li>Other duties as reasonably requested by a member of the senior management staff;</li><li>To work closely with partnership organisations, to maintain good relationships and collaborative working practices;</li><li>To work with colleagues throughout Lincoln City FC to extend knowledge and skills to identify and develop best practice;</li><li>Carry out general office duties including data recording, filing, photocopying, sending and receiving emails;</li><li>Active participation on continuing professional development and the appraisal process;</li><li>To undertake such other duties, training and/or hours of work as may be reasonably required, and which are consistent with the general level of responsibility of this job;</li><li>To maintain the quality of service provision, regularly evaluating work and seeking to make improvements;</li><li>Present a professional image when dealing with both internal and external contacts and&nbsp;partners, acting in a professional manner always;</li><li>To support and cover as and when required within other departments of Lincoln City FC;</li><li>To safeguard and promote the welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk;</li><li>To be vigilant and support all safety and security operations;</li><li>To recognise commercial opportunities across all products within Lincoln City FC;</li><li>Promote the brand identity and increase Lincoln City fanbase throughout;</li><li>To support the Lincoln City FC ‘green’ energy saving strategy and meet all requirements including but not exclusive to recycling, waste reduction, energy efficiency;</li><li>Any other duties commensurate with the grade and falling within the scope of the post, as requested by the Chief Executive Officer.</li></ul>Skills and Experience<ul><li>Proven skills of maintaining horticultural sites, in particular sports facilities</li><li>Working within a team</li><li>Level 2 qualification in turf management (desirable)</li><li>Full Clean UK Driving License</li><li>Proven track record for at least 2 years as an experienced groundsman</li><li>Award in the safe use of Pesticides Application Modules PA1, PA2 &amp; PA6 (desirable)</li><li>Experience working with football pitches (desirable)</li></ul>EDI STATEMENTEquality, Diversity &amp; Inclusion at Lincoln City Football ClubAt Lincoln City Football Club, we are fully committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion across all areas of our organisation. We value and celebrate the differences that make each individual unique, and we strive to create an environment where everyone — staff, players, and supporters alike — feels welcome, respected, and supported.We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We are an equal opportunities employer and are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk.If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us — we’re happy to help.Closing Date: 16TH MAY 2025Number of Hrs Per Week: 40Working Times (i.e. 7.30-4 / 7.30-1pm Fri)Monday – Friday 7am – 4pm Plus Saturday Home Match DaySalary: £25,396.80 p/aBenefits: EAP, 25 DAYS HOLIDAY PLUS BH, FREE CHILDCARE DURING SCHOOL HOLIDAYS, PENSION, CLUB SHOP DISCOUNT, FREE TICKET TO HOME GAMES.&nbsp;To apply, please send a cover letter and CV to <a href="mailto:recruitment@theredimps.com" target="_blank">recruitment@theredimps.com</a>

Lincoln City Football Club

Groundsperson

Hamilton Park Racecourse is an award-winning, multi-functional resort with fantastic horse racing action at its core, combined with first-class entertainment, events and facilities.&nbsp;&nbsp;We have an exciting new opportunity for a&nbsp;Head Grounds Person to lead our dedicated and capable Groundstaff team, taking full responsibility for the effective maintenance, preparation and repair of the racing surface, lawns and all grounds across the resort to ensure a high standard of presentation is maintained at all times. You’ll be an integral part of the management team, working particularly closely with the Clerk of the Course to provide going reports and carry out inspections.The ideal applicant could be an experienced manager or a candidate looking for the next step in their career development, with significant turf husbandry experience supported by relevant qualifications (GMA level 2 or 3). We’re seeking a strong, effective communicator with a good knowledge of the H&amp;S and machinery requirements in such a role, and an appreciation for the high standards expected by the Racecourse, its visitors, and the industry as a whole.&nbsp;In return, Hamilton Park offers a competitive salary and great benefits package including bonus scheme, 30 days holiday annually, pension, private medical cover, and the option of a 3-bedroom house on-site.To view the full job description for this role, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://hamilton-park.co.uk/careers/" target="_blank">https://hamilton-park.co.uk/careers/</a>To apply, please submit your CV and covering letter directly to Fiona Murdoch, Group Finance Director, by email to <a href="mailto:fiona@hamilton-park.co.uk" target="_blank">fiona@hamilton-park.co.uk</a>Strictly no agencies please.&nbsp;

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