Groundsman/Maintenance Officer - Independent Preparatory School

Groundsman and Maintenance OfficerIndependent Preparatory School Buckhurst Hill, EssexPermanent Full-time (32 Hours Per Week)Salary: 40,000 - 45,000 Start Date: ASAP - September 2026 Hays Education is delighted to be partnering with a prestigious independent preparatory school in Essex as they seek to appoint a dedicated and versatile Groundsman and Maintenance Officer.This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing and ambitious school community, playing a vital role in maintaining a safe, welcoming, and high-quality environment for pupils, staff, parents, and visitors.The successful candidate will take responsibility for the upkeep of the school''s grounds, buildings, facilities, and outdoor spaces, ensuring the site remains presented to an exceptional standard throughout the year.Due to the nature of school operations and events, this role offers a flexible working pattern of 32 hours per week, with some weeks requiring weekday working and others including weekend attendance, depending on operational requirements, school events, seasonal projects, and site priorities.The RoleAs Groundsman and Maintenance Officer, you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day maintenance and presentation of a busy independent school campus.This is a hands-on position that requires a proactive individual who takes pride in their work and can confidently manage a varied workload across grounds maintenance, building upkeep, health and safety compliance, and general site management ..... full job details .....