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Dean Close Foundation
Dean Close House
Shelburne Road
Cheltenham
Glos
GL51 6HE

Tel: 01242 258000 ext 329

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Grounds Person - 1105267

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

Dean Close Foundation are looking for a new Groundsperson to join our Gardens and Gardens team. Reporting to the Head of Grounds Care, the Groundsperson will assist in the daily delivery of general grounds care and external area maintenance at Dean Close Foundation sites in Cheltenham.

The role requires independent and team working in order to provide the following: gardens and grounds in good and safe condition; natural and artificial sports pitches to a high standard throughout the year; maintenance of the equipment necessary to deliver these services. Other roles and responsibilities include:

Undertake routine preparation and maintenance of a range of sports and amenity surfaces as detailed on work schedules
Assist with routine care of all designated gardens, grounds and external areas,
Assist with the development and improvement of existing or new garden areas
Set up sports pitches and amenity surfaces
Undertake minor construction and landscaping work
Preparing sports pitches (Cricket, Rounders, Athletics, Rugby, Tennis & Hockey) for fixtures and practice.

Successful candidates would have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in working within a busy grounds and gardens teams and hold a valid driving licence.

Early applications are encouraged, and applicants may be invited to interview prior to the closing date. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed before the closing date. We will request references for all shortlisted candidates prior to interview.

Internal applicants

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