Gardener

Full Time, all year round

This leading HMC co-educational School seeks to appoint a Gardener to join the enthusiastic and professional support team.

The successful applicant will help maintain the large proportion of the school estate set aside for gardens, ensuring it provides an excellent ‘first impression’ to the school and is sector-leading in its appearance and biodiversity.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about horticulture, with a good knowledge of plant care and seasonal garden maintenance. Responsibilities include planting, weeding, pruning, and ensuring the school grounds are safe, attractive, and welcoming for students, visitors, and staff. A proactive attitude, the ability to work as part of a team, and a relevant horticultural qualification (to Level 2) or equivalent experience are essential.

The position is available on a full-time basis, all year round. Working hours will normally be Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm in the Summer and 8:00 am to 4:00 pm in the Winter. There is Saturday working on a rota basis in the Summer to support watering.

The salary will be in the range of £25,713 to £28,000 per annum subject to qualifications and experience.

The closing date for the role is at midday on Monday 14 October 2024.

Full job description and application details may be downloaded from our website via the button below by contacting the Recruitment Manager, Karolina Walicka, by email at jobs@alleyns.org.uk or by phone on 020 8613 5016.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. Alleyn’s is an Equal Opportunities employer.

Alleyn’s welcomes applications from all applicants who meet the requirements for the position, however we are especially keen to receive applications from those in minority groups for which the School is currently underrepresented. We celebrate diversity and thrive on the benefits it brings.