Worksop College
Head of Grounds
Full time
Salary £23K - £25K dependant on experience
This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the county’s leading independent schools. Worksop College and Worksop College Preparatory School are situated in over 350 acres of stunning grounds. Inspiring pupils to succeed in the classroom and beyond, we offer outstanding facilities and deliver high academic standards.
Playing sport is an important part of life at our School. The Schools estate offers enviable space and facilities such as county cricket standard grounds, immaculate rugby and hockey pitches including two astro turf surfaces. Each sport has its own area ensuring the best possible surface and conditions. These include netball and tennis courts, an athletics track, an indoor swimming pool, squash courts and a modern Sports Hall with a fully equipped gym.
We are looking to recruit an experienced, hands on, proactive and professional Head of Grounds to manage the team across both school sites. The successful candidate will have a broad knowledge of the provision and maintenance of sports facilities including football, hockey, netball, rounders, tennis, with particular emphasis on cricket and rugby pitches.
Hours of work are 8.00 am to 5.00 pm Monday to Friday with weekend work associated with sports fixtures on a rota basis. Salary will be dependent upon experience, qualifications, skills and knowledge.
Applications should be in the form of a covering letter and a completed application form. Please visit our website to learn more about our School and further details regarding our vacancy http://wsnl.co.uk/college/information/careers-at-worksop-college An application pack and full job description can also be obtained by contacting the HR Department on 01909 537189 or e-mail recruitment@wsnl.co.uk. Previous experience and relevant qualification/s are required, in addition to a full UK Driving Licence which will include driving/towing relevant grounds machinery.
Worksop College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS (Disclosure and Baring Service)
Please note we are a no smoking site.
Closing date: Monday 18th January 2016 at 9.00am