Grounds Person
- Organisation: Elstree School
- Location: Berkshire
- Salary info Competitive, depending on your skills and experience. We are happy to discuss this with you
- Tenure: Part-time
- Closing Date: Monday 2 March 2026
We are looking to appoint an experienced Grounds Person to be part of a small friendly grounds team.
The successful candidate will work closely under the supervision of the Head Groundsman to ensure that all sports surfaces whether turf or artificial and all school facilities are maintained to the highest standards. The role will involve routine preparation and maintenance work on a range of sports surfaces and facilities on site to achieve the highest standard possible for the end user and preparatory and cultivation work needed to maintain safe quality sports surfaces and cutting of all grass areas to the highest standard of visual finish.
Our Grounds team also undertake the cutting of all grass areas ensuring the highest standard of visual finish and to ensure all requirements for the Grounds and Gardens of the school are met in a timely manner and presented to a high quality and ensure that all Health & Safety legislation and Codes of Practise are followed at all times.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced Groundsman and hold or be working towards Grounds qualifications having previously worked in a similar environment. Understanding of Health and Safety requirements and safe working practices will be essential.
Set in 150 acres of stunning parkland in rural West Berkshire, Elstree welcomes boys and girls aged 3-13 years. Originally founded in 1848, it moved to its current location in 1939 and opened its Pre-Prep school in 1993. It offers boarding, both flexi and weekly, from Year 4 onwards.
Elstree is a close community, and we pride ourselves on the very special, warm environment that has evolved since our inception, influenced largely by the family principles of Elstree School. We understand each parent’s desire for their child to feel happy and secure and consider our role in the children’s development and happiness to be a very privileged one. Our committed, energetic and enthusiastic staff look forward to working in partnership with parents throughout their child’s time at Elstree. All children are valued as individuals and are encouraged to explore and develop their talents to the full.
At Elstree, we are constantly striving to offer the best experience to our pupils and staff. We offer a supportive and professional workplace with excellent terms, conditions and benefits. We seek to inspire each pupil to fulfil their academic and personal potential and to be reflective and purposeful. We aim to appoint candidates who will contribute and thrive in our vibrant community.
To apply, please complete the attached application form or download an application pack from our website and email it to apply@elstreeschool.org.uk. If you require further information, please call Rachel Pither, Head of HR on 0118 971 3302.
Applicants are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date, and we reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
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We are looking to appoint an experienced Grounds Person to be part of a small friendly grounds team.
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The successful candidate will work closely under the supervision of the Head Groundsman to ensure that all sports surfaces whether turf or artificial and all school facilities are maintained to the highest standards. The role will involve routine preparation and maintenance work on a range of sports surfaces and facilities on site to achieve the highest standard possible for the end user and preparatory and cultivation work needed to maintain safe quality sports surfaces and cutting of all grass areas to the highest standard of visual finish.
Our Grounds team also undertake the cutting of all grass areas ensuring the highest standard of visual finish and to ensure all requirements for the Grounds and Gardens of the school are met in a timely manner and presented to a high quality and ensure that all Health & Safety legislation and Codes of Practise are followed at all times.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced Groundsman and hold or be working towards Grounds qualifications having previously worked in a similar environment. Understanding of Health and Safety requirements and safe working practices will be essential.
Set in 150 acres of stunning parkland in rural West Berkshire, Elstree welcomes boys and girls aged 3-13 years. Originally founded in 1848, it moved to its current location in 1939 and opened its Pre-Prep school in 1993. It offers boarding, both flexi and weekly, from Year 4 onwards.
Elstree is a close community, and we pride ourselves on the very special, warm environment that has evolved since our inception, influenced largely by the family principles of Elstree School. We understand each parent’s desire for their child to feel happy and secure and consider our role in the children’s development and happiness to be a very privileged one. Our committed, energetic and enthusiastic staff look forward to working in partnership with parents throughout their child’s time at Elstree. All children are valued as individuals and are encouraged to explore and develop their talents to the full.
At Elstree, we are constantly striving to offer the best experience to our pupils and staff. We offer a supportive and professional workplace with excellent terms, conditions and benefits. We seek to inspire each pupil to fulfil their academic and personal potential and to be reflective and purposeful. We aim to appoint candidates who will contribute and thrive in our vibrant community.
To apply, please complete the attached application form or download an application pack from our website and email it to apply@elstreeschool.org.uk. If you require further information, please call Rachel Pither, Head of HR on 0118 971 3302.
Applicants are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date, and we reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
