Location:
Haywards Heath
Salary:
£28,553
Closing Date:
10/06/2026 12:00
Position Type:
{Advertised Full Time / Part Time}
Expiry Date:
10/06/2026 12:00
The Vacancy
Ardingly College is seeking to recruit an experienced Groundsperson responsible for maintaining amenity and horticultural areas to a high standard throughout the Ardingly College and Great Walstead School.
The successful candidate will work as part of the Grounds Team to maintain and develop both schools extensive sports facilities, landscaped areas and wider estate to the highest possible standards. Responsibilities include the day-to-day preparation and upkeep of sports pitches and outdoor spaces through activities such as mowing, aeration, fertilising, line marking, renovations and repairs, as well as supporting school events, fixtures and external lettings.
Hours of work:
This is a full-time, year-round role. Hours are 40 hours per week. Standard working pattern will be 7.00am to 3.30pm (inclusive of a 30-minute paid lunch break and a 30-minute unpaid break.) There is a need for members of the team to be on a rota to undertake work on Saturdays, which equates to approximately 9 Saturday mornings per annum.
Salary: £28,553 per annum.
During term time, all staff are provided with complimentary meals when working. Staff also have access to a range of additional benefits including gym membership, staff swimming, other sports and wellbeing activities.
The Company
To view the full job description please see the documents attached at the bottom of the page. To apply please click the green 'apply' button in the top right-hand corner. If you require further information please contact the HR team on 01444 893192 or email hr@ardingly.com.
A completed application should be submitted by the closing date of 10/06/2026 12:00, although applications may be considered upon receipt.
Ardingly College is an independent co-educational boarding and day school for boys and girls aged 2 -18, a member of the HMC and a school of the Woodard Corporation. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All employees are required to undertake child protection screening appropriate to the post including enhanced DBS checks.
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