Job Title: Sports Surface Maintenance Operative (multiple positions available) Location : Leicester Salary: Up to £30,000 with overtime and bonus. Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Technical Surfaces is a leading installer and maintenance provider of various Sports surfaces in the UK. With over 25 years of industry experience, their unique skill set has led to many of the country's top pitch installers. These 'Partners in Excellence' understand the importance of having their pitches looked after from day one, to ensure maximum life expectancy and uphold their pitch-building reputation. The role: Technical Surfaces currently have a number of opportunities for motivated, hardworking candidates to join our team. Our team is expanding, and we require practically minded individuals to carry out our full range of maintenance processes to the highest standard. Planning ahead, time management and an eye for detail are the attributes we are seeking. We cover the whole of the UK with contracts in England working from the respective depots. Staying away overnight from time to time will be required with an average of 7-10 weeks per calendar year spent working away from home. The Candidate: Experience in Synthetic turf maintenance, Greenkeeping or Landscaping/grounds maintenance is desirable however not essential as full training will be given. Operation of a range of ground maintenance vehicles, filling out site reports, liaising with clients on site, driving company vehicles and working within our Health and Safety policy will be required. Competencies: In return we offer a competitive rate of pay, pension, and entry onto the company bonus scheme. The candidate must be willing to work over and above normal working hours when required for which overtime will be paid. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing company, the marker leader in Synthetic sport surface maintenance with a clear career path and the opportunity to quickly increase annual earnings. Please click the APPLY button and to submit your CV and Cover Letter. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Landscape Gardener, Experienced Groundworker, Skilled Tradesperson, Landscape, Landscaper, Garden, Grounds, Ground Maintenance Operative, General Maintenance, Project Manager, Garden Project Management, Bricklayer, Paver, Paving, Fencer, Fencing, Carpentry, Carpenter, Ground Work, Multi-Skilled Operator, Building Services Operator, Skilled Labourer, Skilled Trades, Multi Trade, Flagger, Grounds Worker may also be considered for this role.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Sports Surface Maintenance Operative (multiple positions available) Location : Leicester Salary: Up to £30,000 with overtime and bonus. Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Technical Surfaces is a leading installer and maintenance provider of various Sports surfaces in the UK. With over 25 years of industry experience, their unique skill set has led to many of the country's top pitch installers. These 'Partners in Excellence' understand the importance of having their pitches looked after from day one, to ensure maximum life expectancy and uphold their pitch-building reputation. The role: Technical Surfaces currently have a number of opportunities for motivated, hardworking candidates to join our team. Our team is expanding, and we require practically minded individuals to carry out our full range of maintenance processes to the highest standard. Planning ahead, time management and an eye for detail are the attributes we are seeking. We cover the whole of the UK with contracts in England working from the respective depots. Staying away overnight from time to time will be required with an average of 7-10 weeks per calendar year spent working away from home. The Candidate: Experience in Synthetic turf maintenance, Greenkeeping or Landscaping/grounds maintenance is desirable however not essential as full training will be given. Operation of a range of ground maintenance vehicles, filling out site reports, liaising with clients on site, driving company vehicles and working within our Health and Safety policy will be required. Competencies: In return we offer a competitive rate of pay, pension, and entry onto the company bonus scheme. The candidate must be willing to work over and above normal working hours when required for which overtime will be paid. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing company, the marker leader in Synthetic sport surface maintenance with a clear career path and the opportunity to quickly increase annual earnings. Please click the APPLY button and to submit your CV and Cover Letter. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Landscape Gardener, Experienced Groundworker, Skilled Tradesperson, Landscape, Landscaper, Garden, Grounds, Ground Maintenance Operative, General Maintenance, Project Manager, Garden Project Management, Bricklayer, Paver, Paving, Fencer, Fencing, Carpentry, Carpenter, Ground Work, Multi-Skilled Operator, Building Services Operator, Skilled Labourer, Skilled Trades, Multi Trade, Flagger, Grounds Worker may also be considered for this role.
LPS are a well-established nationwide fundraising company with a multitude of charity partners in our portfolio including local hospices and national charities. We are looking for the right person to join our dedicated team of door to door fundraisers. We have fundraisers who have come from all different backgrounds, from gardeners to company CEO's. . click apply for full job details
May 01, 2024
Full time
LPS are a well-established nationwide fundraising company with a multitude of charity partners in our portfolio including local hospices and national charities. We are looking for the right person to join our dedicated team of door to door fundraisers. We have fundraisers who have come from all different backgrounds, from gardeners to company CEO's. . click apply for full job details
Interaction Recruitment are recruiting for a reliable candidate who enjoys working outdoors with a full UK Driving Licence to join their well established client in Shenley Watering Trees and Van Driving. This is an on-going temp role from now until September with an immediate start available. Available Working Hours: The choice of 5, 6 or 7 days per week 06:00 to 15:00 or 15:00 to 20:00 Pay Rate: £11.44 per hour This role involves: driving a 3.5T flat-bed to the required borough watering trees and making sure each tree is the correct amount of water marking tree as watered on PDA logging and reporting signs of tree damage or disease to the Supervisor making sure the job is carried out safely for yourself and the public To be considered for this role you must have / be: a valid UK Driving Licence experience driving a 3.5T vehicle must enjoy working outdoors in all weathers - (candidates with landscaping, building, street cleansing, farmers, gardeners would be suited for this role but would be open for other backgrounds too) able to commute to Shenley - lack of public transport in the area so own transport would be preferred no more than 6 points on licence available for an immediate start fluent English speaking, reading & writing able to use a PDA tablet If you're interested in this role and would like more info then please contact Jack Ibbotson in our Watford office on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
May 01, 2024
Seasonal
Interaction Recruitment are recruiting for a reliable candidate who enjoys working outdoors with a full UK Driving Licence to join their well established client in Shenley Watering Trees and Van Driving. This is an on-going temp role from now until September with an immediate start available. Available Working Hours: The choice of 5, 6 or 7 days per week 06:00 to 15:00 or 15:00 to 20:00 Pay Rate: £11.44 per hour This role involves: driving a 3.5T flat-bed to the required borough watering trees and making sure each tree is the correct amount of water marking tree as watered on PDA logging and reporting signs of tree damage or disease to the Supervisor making sure the job is carried out safely for yourself and the public To be considered for this role you must have / be: a valid UK Driving Licence experience driving a 3.5T vehicle must enjoy working outdoors in all weathers - (candidates with landscaping, building, street cleansing, farmers, gardeners would be suited for this role but would be open for other backgrounds too) able to commute to Shenley - lack of public transport in the area so own transport would be preferred no more than 6 points on licence available for an immediate start fluent English speaking, reading & writing able to use a PDA tablet If you're interested in this role and would like more info then please contact Jack Ibbotson in our Watford office on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
Martin Group of Companies
South Normanton, Derbyshire
Gardener / Landscaper / Maintenance Operative H.W. Martin Fencing and Forestry Limited Job title: Gardener / Landscaper / Maintenance Operative Location: Blackwell, DE55 5JY Hourly rate: Very competitive and dependant on experience Additional benefits: oliday, Employee Assistance Programme, Life assurance. Contract Type: Full time 40 hours per week. Permanent The Company: Established 1976, The Martin Group of Companies, provide a trained and certificated workforce of over 1,300 delivering works and support services from design, through to build and onward maintenance for the transport and waste recycling infrastructure for the UK. The Opportunity An active and physical role which for the right individual will be extremely rewarding. The role is responsible for completing a wide variety of gardening and maintenance tasks. Specific duties (not exhaustive), experience, and requirements. Trimming trees, shrubs, and hedges. Maintaining paths and maintaining lawns, including mowing and fertilising. Weeding, planting, and edging. Use of tractor log splitter Watering and feeding plants and trees. Use of machinery including ride on mower, lawn mower, strimmer, hedge cutters, chainsaw. Maintenance jobs e.g. painting. Good horticultural and plant knowledge. Self-motivated and able to plan and schedule. Keen to produce a high level of finish. Work safely on own so an understanding of health and safety is required. A full driving licence as this job includes some driving. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from any suitably qualified persons. Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice to see how we manage your data, which can be found on our website.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Gardener / Landscaper / Maintenance Operative H.W. Martin Fencing and Forestry Limited Job title: Gardener / Landscaper / Maintenance Operative Location: Blackwell, DE55 5JY Hourly rate: Very competitive and dependant on experience Additional benefits: oliday, Employee Assistance Programme, Life assurance. Contract Type: Full time 40 hours per week. Permanent The Company: Established 1976, The Martin Group of Companies, provide a trained and certificated workforce of over 1,300 delivering works and support services from design, through to build and onward maintenance for the transport and waste recycling infrastructure for the UK. The Opportunity An active and physical role which for the right individual will be extremely rewarding. The role is responsible for completing a wide variety of gardening and maintenance tasks. Specific duties (not exhaustive), experience, and requirements. Trimming trees, shrubs, and hedges. Maintaining paths and maintaining lawns, including mowing and fertilising. Weeding, planting, and edging. Use of tractor log splitter Watering and feeding plants and trees. Use of machinery including ride on mower, lawn mower, strimmer, hedge cutters, chainsaw. Maintenance jobs e.g. painting. Good horticultural and plant knowledge. Self-motivated and able to plan and schedule. Keen to produce a high level of finish. Work safely on own so an understanding of health and safety is required. A full driving licence as this job includes some driving. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from any suitably qualified persons. Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice to see how we manage your data, which can be found on our website.
Landscape Gardener Full-time, permanent, Monday to Friday 7.45am to 4.45pm Based from Wallingford, Oxfordshire, OX10 0JZ £25,000 - £30,000 depending on experience, plus excellent benefits Spring is in the air, and you re itching to use your gardening skills on a larger stage, to show just how good the results could be. This opportunity could be what you re looking for. We are GreenArt; setting the standard for creating, developing and caring for beautiful gardens for clients across Berkshire, Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire. Our aim is to provide them with a beautiful relaxing environment that improves the quality of their life as well as adding value to their property. Our Landscape Gardeners work in teams of two and due to increasing demand, we re looking to add another team. The role provides a full range of garden care and development services in some incredible gardens, to maintain them to the highest possible standard. In particular you will: Undertake the full range of regular and one-off horticultural tasks including digging over beds and conditioning soil, weeding, pruning, splitting, hedge cutting, lawn mowing, seasonal care and generally keeping the garden looking and growing at its best. Identify and treat pests and diseases using organic and environmentally friendly methods wherever possible. Competently use a wide range of hand tools and garden machinery including ride-on mowers and specialist equipment, keeping within health & safety guidelines. Other duties as required and working closely with the rest of our team. You will bring at least three years hands-on, practical experience in maintaining private gardens/estates, especially herbaceous borders, to a high standard all year round. You can demonstrate great plant care and are able to identify and act on opportunities to enhance and develop your clients gardens. You ll take real pride in going the extra mile and taking the initiative to solve problems that increase our customers enjoyment of their gardens. If your current role isn t providing the scope you seek, then we can genuinely offer you a greater breadth of challenge and the opportunity to use your skills, adaptability and tenacity on some amazing client gardens. And you will benefit from the support and encouragement from a strong team around you. If you re interested and have the required skills and experiences then search for GreenArt, Wallingford to learn more about us, then send your CV and a concise covering letter to us. We re moving fast on this appointment so if you ve got the right experience then we ll get straight back to you, to arrange an initial interview.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Landscape Gardener Full-time, permanent, Monday to Friday 7.45am to 4.45pm Based from Wallingford, Oxfordshire, OX10 0JZ £25,000 - £30,000 depending on experience, plus excellent benefits Spring is in the air, and you re itching to use your gardening skills on a larger stage, to show just how good the results could be. This opportunity could be what you re looking for. We are GreenArt; setting the standard for creating, developing and caring for beautiful gardens for clients across Berkshire, Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire. Our aim is to provide them with a beautiful relaxing environment that improves the quality of their life as well as adding value to their property. Our Landscape Gardeners work in teams of two and due to increasing demand, we re looking to add another team. The role provides a full range of garden care and development services in some incredible gardens, to maintain them to the highest possible standard. In particular you will: Undertake the full range of regular and one-off horticultural tasks including digging over beds and conditioning soil, weeding, pruning, splitting, hedge cutting, lawn mowing, seasonal care and generally keeping the garden looking and growing at its best. Identify and treat pests and diseases using organic and environmentally friendly methods wherever possible. Competently use a wide range of hand tools and garden machinery including ride-on mowers and specialist equipment, keeping within health & safety guidelines. Other duties as required and working closely with the rest of our team. You will bring at least three years hands-on, practical experience in maintaining private gardens/estates, especially herbaceous borders, to a high standard all year round. You can demonstrate great plant care and are able to identify and act on opportunities to enhance and develop your clients gardens. You ll take real pride in going the extra mile and taking the initiative to solve problems that increase our customers enjoyment of their gardens. If your current role isn t providing the scope you seek, then we can genuinely offer you a greater breadth of challenge and the opportunity to use your skills, adaptability and tenacity on some amazing client gardens. And you will benefit from the support and encouragement from a strong team around you. If you re interested and have the required skills and experiences then search for GreenArt, Wallingford to learn more about us, then send your CV and a concise covering letter to us. We re moving fast on this appointment so if you ve got the right experience then we ll get straight back to you, to arrange an initial interview.
Connolly & Callaghan provide a safe and comfortable place to stay for hundreds of people every night in the Bristol and South West of England area. Our Emergency Accommodation service works with statutory agencies across the South West to place homeless families and individuals on a nightly basis. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor you will be carrying out a wide range of duties in our properties across the Bristol/South Glos area. The priority works for the maintenance team will be reactive. But, when there's capacity the maintenance team will support with the planned works and the voids. We are currently looking for a hardworking and reliable Maintenance Operative or handyperson who has excellent attention to detail and can work well under pressure. The role is a varied and fast-paced which covers all aspects of maintenance. The maintenance team is divided into: Reactive, voids or handyteam. The reactive team works off of the maintenance portal and is allocated a cluster of properties to carry out all maintenance works. The voids team works on empty properties. The handyteam works across all properties on non-skilled tasks. Ensuring that all maintenance and repair tasks are completed to a high standard with minimal disruption to our residents and visitors, including the maintenance of accommodation, offices and plant rooms Carrying out internal decoration of all accessible areas as indicated, ensuring it s maintained to a high standard Reporting unrepairable defects to management, escalating, or seeking specialist repair, if required General carpentry (kitchens, fences, gates, hanging doors including fire doors) Painting and decorating Stud walling/plastering Bathroom fitting (aquaboards, baths, shower screens) Carpet fitting Floor laying Slabs and patios Ensuring that all health and safety and compliance checks are carried to deadlines, and all policies and guidelines are adhered to at all time Handy persons predominantly carry out: Furniture removal and assembly lock changes/code changes window restrictors Rubbish removals and tip run Delivery and install of white goods General gardening Hanging curtain poles Who we re looking for A full driving licence is essential for this role. You hold a building plumbing/carpentry/carpet laying/tiling qualification or have a minimum of 2 years experience in a property maintenance or general repairs role. Unless you're applying for the handyteam Friendly and approachable, you ll have a good understanding of building services including, heating, hot and cold-water distribution, ventilation, electrical distribution, and plumbing. You understand the importance of maintaining standards and have knowledge of relevant statutory requirements and compliance. This is a full time, permanent role. Additional hours are available. 42.5 hour week. Typically Monday-Friday 08:30-17:30 (according to the rota/business needs) Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £12.00-14:00- Handy person/Gardener £16.00- 18.00 per hour- Maintenance Operative Benefits: Company pension Free parking in BS1 Schedule: Monday to Friday Overtime Weekend availability Ability to commute/relocate: Bristol: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience: Maintenance: 2 years (required) Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (required) Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person- properties predominantly in/around central Bristol with some in South Glos
May 01, 2024
Full time
Connolly & Callaghan provide a safe and comfortable place to stay for hundreds of people every night in the Bristol and South West of England area. Our Emergency Accommodation service works with statutory agencies across the South West to place homeless families and individuals on a nightly basis. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor you will be carrying out a wide range of duties in our properties across the Bristol/South Glos area. The priority works for the maintenance team will be reactive. But, when there's capacity the maintenance team will support with the planned works and the voids. We are currently looking for a hardworking and reliable Maintenance Operative or handyperson who has excellent attention to detail and can work well under pressure. The role is a varied and fast-paced which covers all aspects of maintenance. The maintenance team is divided into: Reactive, voids or handyteam. The reactive team works off of the maintenance portal and is allocated a cluster of properties to carry out all maintenance works. The voids team works on empty properties. The handyteam works across all properties on non-skilled tasks. Ensuring that all maintenance and repair tasks are completed to a high standard with minimal disruption to our residents and visitors, including the maintenance of accommodation, offices and plant rooms Carrying out internal decoration of all accessible areas as indicated, ensuring it s maintained to a high standard Reporting unrepairable defects to management, escalating, or seeking specialist repair, if required General carpentry (kitchens, fences, gates, hanging doors including fire doors) Painting and decorating Stud walling/plastering Bathroom fitting (aquaboards, baths, shower screens) Carpet fitting Floor laying Slabs and patios Ensuring that all health and safety and compliance checks are carried to deadlines, and all policies and guidelines are adhered to at all time Handy persons predominantly carry out: Furniture removal and assembly lock changes/code changes window restrictors Rubbish removals and tip run Delivery and install of white goods General gardening Hanging curtain poles Who we re looking for A full driving licence is essential for this role. You hold a building plumbing/carpentry/carpet laying/tiling qualification or have a minimum of 2 years experience in a property maintenance or general repairs role. Unless you're applying for the handyteam Friendly and approachable, you ll have a good understanding of building services including, heating, hot and cold-water distribution, ventilation, electrical distribution, and plumbing. You understand the importance of maintaining standards and have knowledge of relevant statutory requirements and compliance. This is a full time, permanent role. Additional hours are available. 42.5 hour week. Typically Monday-Friday 08:30-17:30 (according to the rota/business needs) Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £12.00-14:00- Handy person/Gardener £16.00- 18.00 per hour- Maintenance Operative Benefits: Company pension Free parking in BS1 Schedule: Monday to Friday Overtime Weekend availability Ability to commute/relocate: Bristol: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience: Maintenance: 2 years (required) Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (required) Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person- properties predominantly in/around central Bristol with some in South Glos
Head Of Facilities Office Based Only Tamworth Monday-Friday 08:30am- 05:00pm £60K-£65K As a pivotal member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Head of Facilities plays a critical role in maintaining our client s site(s) to an exceptional standard. The role oversees specialist teams in the management of supplier performance and QHSE compliance to ensure the highest of standards and services are achieved. Company Benefits - Performance profit related bonus a discretionary bonus of around 8% paid to all employees annually. - 5-7.5% pension contribution - Private medical cover, Life cover, Dental cover plan - Free use of holiday homes in Tenerife, Padstow, and St Ives with subsidised petrol/ flight costs. - Income protection scheme - An extensive EAP suite to support health and well-being. - Retail discounts - Charity opportunities (match funding) Key Responsibilities: Full facilities management including overall responsibility for supplier/sub-contractor selection and management (e.g., cleaners, external gardeners, window cleaners, painting and decorators, utilities, lifts, building security, vending machines). Attend site meetings as required. Coordinate, review, and negotiate Insurance matters, ensure that the business is adequately covered by relevant insurance policies. Are fully accountable for site security. Full Vendor management including negotiating trading agreements frameworks and SLA s that meet the business strategy. Oversee purchase, maintenance, and sale of the company car fleet. Ensure any accidents that could have legal implications are recorded and documented to mitigate future claims against the company, actively pursue the recovery of insurer payouts. Management and monitoring of fuel card usage. Oversee phone lines, broadband and mobile phones costs. Build relationships with suppliers, oversee the completion of all admins involved within the order process and resolve queries. Undertake duties in accordance with all relevant management systems legislation and controls. Own and evolve the companies Sustainability Policy to meet government targets on decarbonization and net zero targets. Maintain & reduce budgetary expenditure and generate cost savings without compromising service and quality. Analyse risk in supply chain and ensure alternative suppliers are in place and relevant. Work closely with other department heads on product development initiatives including identifying innovative developments, seeking cost efficiency's and ethical raw material sourcing. Work with other department heads to mitigate business risk. Skills and Knowledge: Essential Experience of working in an environment which conforms to management standards. Significant leadership experience in the management of results through diverse and multi disciplined teams. Extensive facility management experience working in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills The ability to educate and influence senior leaders and board of directors. Well presented, credible with a high level of professionalism and integrity combined with a down to earth approach. High attention to detail, well organised, good problem-solving skills. practical hands-on approach. Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines. Desirable Certified to minimum internal auditor. Knowledge on GHG reporting on sustainability. Knowledge and understanding of manufacturing industry would be an advantage. Six sigma qualified with prove experience of delivering operational excellence and continuous improvement projects. If you re interested, apply now!
May 01, 2024
Full time
Head Of Facilities Office Based Only Tamworth Monday-Friday 08:30am- 05:00pm £60K-£65K As a pivotal member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Head of Facilities plays a critical role in maintaining our client s site(s) to an exceptional standard. The role oversees specialist teams in the management of supplier performance and QHSE compliance to ensure the highest of standards and services are achieved. Company Benefits - Performance profit related bonus a discretionary bonus of around 8% paid to all employees annually. - 5-7.5% pension contribution - Private medical cover, Life cover, Dental cover plan - Free use of holiday homes in Tenerife, Padstow, and St Ives with subsidised petrol/ flight costs. - Income protection scheme - An extensive EAP suite to support health and well-being. - Retail discounts - Charity opportunities (match funding) Key Responsibilities: Full facilities management including overall responsibility for supplier/sub-contractor selection and management (e.g., cleaners, external gardeners, window cleaners, painting and decorators, utilities, lifts, building security, vending machines). Attend site meetings as required. Coordinate, review, and negotiate Insurance matters, ensure that the business is adequately covered by relevant insurance policies. Are fully accountable for site security. Full Vendor management including negotiating trading agreements frameworks and SLA s that meet the business strategy. Oversee purchase, maintenance, and sale of the company car fleet. Ensure any accidents that could have legal implications are recorded and documented to mitigate future claims against the company, actively pursue the recovery of insurer payouts. Management and monitoring of fuel card usage. Oversee phone lines, broadband and mobile phones costs. Build relationships with suppliers, oversee the completion of all admins involved within the order process and resolve queries. Undertake duties in accordance with all relevant management systems legislation and controls. Own and evolve the companies Sustainability Policy to meet government targets on decarbonization and net zero targets. Maintain & reduce budgetary expenditure and generate cost savings without compromising service and quality. Analyse risk in supply chain and ensure alternative suppliers are in place and relevant. Work closely with other department heads on product development initiatives including identifying innovative developments, seeking cost efficiency's and ethical raw material sourcing. Work with other department heads to mitigate business risk. Skills and Knowledge: Essential Experience of working in an environment which conforms to management standards. Significant leadership experience in the management of results through diverse and multi disciplined teams. Extensive facility management experience working in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills The ability to educate and influence senior leaders and board of directors. Well presented, credible with a high level of professionalism and integrity combined with a down to earth approach. High attention to detail, well organised, good problem-solving skills. practical hands-on approach. Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines. Desirable Certified to minimum internal auditor. Knowledge on GHG reporting on sustainability. Knowledge and understanding of manufacturing industry would be an advantage. Six sigma qualified with prove experience of delivering operational excellence and continuous improvement projects. If you re interested, apply now!
LPS are a well-established nationwide fundraising company with a multitude of charity partners in our portfolio including local hospices and national charities. We are looking for the right person to join our dedicated team of door to door fundraisers. We have fundraisers who have come from all different backgrounds, from gardeners to company CEO's click apply for full job details
May 01, 2024
Full time
LPS are a well-established nationwide fundraising company with a multitude of charity partners in our portfolio including local hospices and national charities. We are looking for the right person to join our dedicated team of door to door fundraisers. We have fundraisers who have come from all different backgrounds, from gardeners to company CEO's click apply for full job details
Position: Estates Coordinator Location: Office based and then hybrid after probation - (74 King Edward St, Macclesfield SK10 1AT) Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 0900 - 1730 Salary: £23,400 - £24,500 Contract: Full time, permanent About Us: Premier Estates is an award-winning managing agent that successfully maintains one of the largest and most diverse residential property portfolios in the UK. Our success is founded on the fundamental principal of effective communication and unsurpassed customer service, establishing rewarding and lasting relationships with our many satisfied clients. Benefits: Hybrid Working (after probation) Complimentary fruit in the office Birthday leave Exclusive staff events Westfield Health cashback plan, inclusive of surgical options Payday Butties (available in the office) 25 days of annual leave, with the opportunity to purchase additional holiday days Company-wide closure during the Christmas period Job Description: The Operations department is responsible for maintaining the properties that the company manages. Each Senior Estates Manager has a portfolio of properties that they look after, supported by an Estates Coordinator. This role provides administrative support to one Senior Estates Manager or Estates Manager ensuring the smooth operation of the team portfolio in accordance with company procedures and industry best practice. This role is the first point of contact for the residents living in the properties within that team portfolio Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Be the first point of contact on the telephone for residents / contractors / clients. Deal with routine matters and pass complex matters to the Senior Estates Manager or Estates Manager. Raising works orders for repairs / maintenance works required, based on report from latest site visit. Renew contracts and raise new contracts for contractors providing regular services, such as cleaners / gardeners etc. Preparation and distribution of documents to residents and property owners, such as mail shots, site visit summaries and monthly updates. Administer and monitor building insurance claims. Authorise or dispute routine invoices to be paid and escalate large or one off spends to Senior Estates Manager or Estates Manager. Arrange Annual General Meetings and prepare and distribute minutes based on the Senior Estates Manager's or Estates Manager's notes. Assist with the distribution of each development's annual service charge estimates and accounts. Undertake other general duties as required from time to time to assist in the success of Premier Estates. Please Note: Comprehensive guidance and support will be provided to ensure your success in this role. What We Ask From You: English GCSE level 4 (grade C) or above Maths GCSE level 4 (grade C) or above Administration experience is essential Customer service and property industry experience is desirable but not essential Microsoft Office, intermediate (advanced is desirable but not essential) Polite telephone manner Strong organisational skills Able to prioritise a busy workload Able to work well independently and as part of a team Positive attitude Resilient Works well under pressure Takes pride in producing work to a high standard For further details about this position or to gain deeper insights into Premier Estates, please visit our website. To contact us or make inquiries, please reach out to our recruitment team at , who will be delighted to provide additional information. Eligibility: All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK without restrictions, and documented evidence of eligibility will be required from all candidates.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Position: Estates Coordinator Location: Office based and then hybrid after probation - (74 King Edward St, Macclesfield SK10 1AT) Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 0900 - 1730 Salary: £23,400 - £24,500 Contract: Full time, permanent About Us: Premier Estates is an award-winning managing agent that successfully maintains one of the largest and most diverse residential property portfolios in the UK. Our success is founded on the fundamental principal of effective communication and unsurpassed customer service, establishing rewarding and lasting relationships with our many satisfied clients. Benefits: Hybrid Working (after probation) Complimentary fruit in the office Birthday leave Exclusive staff events Westfield Health cashback plan, inclusive of surgical options Payday Butties (available in the office) 25 days of annual leave, with the opportunity to purchase additional holiday days Company-wide closure during the Christmas period Job Description: The Operations department is responsible for maintaining the properties that the company manages. Each Senior Estates Manager has a portfolio of properties that they look after, supported by an Estates Coordinator. This role provides administrative support to one Senior Estates Manager or Estates Manager ensuring the smooth operation of the team portfolio in accordance with company procedures and industry best practice. This role is the first point of contact for the residents living in the properties within that team portfolio Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Be the first point of contact on the telephone for residents / contractors / clients. Deal with routine matters and pass complex matters to the Senior Estates Manager or Estates Manager. Raising works orders for repairs / maintenance works required, based on report from latest site visit. Renew contracts and raise new contracts for contractors providing regular services, such as cleaners / gardeners etc. Preparation and distribution of documents to residents and property owners, such as mail shots, site visit summaries and monthly updates. Administer and monitor building insurance claims. Authorise or dispute routine invoices to be paid and escalate large or one off spends to Senior Estates Manager or Estates Manager. Arrange Annual General Meetings and prepare and distribute minutes based on the Senior Estates Manager's or Estates Manager's notes. Assist with the distribution of each development's annual service charge estimates and accounts. Undertake other general duties as required from time to time to assist in the success of Premier Estates. Please Note: Comprehensive guidance and support will be provided to ensure your success in this role. What We Ask From You: English GCSE level 4 (grade C) or above Maths GCSE level 4 (grade C) or above Administration experience is essential Customer service and property industry experience is desirable but not essential Microsoft Office, intermediate (advanced is desirable but not essential) Polite telephone manner Strong organisational skills Able to prioritise a busy workload Able to work well independently and as part of a team Positive attitude Resilient Works well under pressure Takes pride in producing work to a high standard For further details about this position or to gain deeper insights into Premier Estates, please visit our website. To contact us or make inquiries, please reach out to our recruitment team at , who will be delighted to provide additional information. Eligibility: All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK without restrictions, and documented evidence of eligibility will be required from all candidates.
Summary We have an opportunity for a Holidays Operations Team Leader to work at 12 of our stunning holiday cottages in South East Cornwall near Polruan, specifically at Triggabrowne, Pont Pill and Lansallos. You will assist the Holidays Operations Assistant Manager in the delivery of our growing holidays business. You will ensure consistent delivery of the operation across the area and achieve high levels of visitor satisfaction. You will want all guests to be delighted with their stay, and for them to create memories and stories in our unique holiday places. The role entails being out and about at the holiday cottages as well as some desk-based admin tasks and some Saturday work. A flexible approach to working and self-motivation will be needed in this varied role. Duration: Permanent Hours: 22.5 hours per week. Salary: £13,618.80 per annum Internally you will be known as 'Holidays Operation Team Leader' You will need to be able to get to the cottages and remote locations independently and confident driving in country lanes. You will be part of a larger portfolio within the South East and Heart of Cornwall Holidays Team managed by the Holidays Operations Manager. You will be keen to share experiences and good working practises within the wider team and support them when needed. You will be keen to ensure consistency across the portfolio. What it's like to work here To find out more about what it's like to work within "Holidays" at the National Trust, click here to watch our video. For our visitors outdoor life at Pont Pill along the Fowey River focusses on the quay which is perfect for wildlife. For those staying at Triggabrowne it's the gorgeous Cornish countryside that surrounds the cottages that makes their stay special along with the network of footpaths to walk the rugged Cornish coastline and a scramble down to tiny beaches and coves and of course Lantic Bay. Our Lansallos cottages have commanding views over the rolling hills down to the sea. What you'll be doing You will support the team of Holidays Operation Assistants to meet the high standards of cleanliness and presentation in the holiday cottages. You'll help with induction and training of new team members. You will assist the team with their E-learning. You will be happy to take calls from the team and support them remotely or on site. You will step-in to cover changeovers yourself when needed. You will be confident in carrying out admin tasks such as printing notices, using checklists and checking bookings and familiar with staff rotas. You will provided with a laptop, a mobile and can choose to work in the cottages, at home or hot desk at one of our office locations. You will work with the team to ensure they work efficiently and have what they need to deliver the standards. You will procure items for the cottages checking the inventory regularly. You will purchase and manage stock for the stores to ensure that the team has everything they need. You will work closely with our partners and suppliers. You will ensure that the guests are supplied with the Welcome offers and additional supplies they may choose to purchase on site. You will co-ordinate with our Holidays Team and Guest Relations to assist the guests. You will attend Holidays meetings both in person and remotely to keep up to date with operational delivery changes and ensure consistency across all our offers nationally. You will report maintenance issues, find solutions and fix minor issues yourself, keeping track of repairs and replacing broken items. You will work with our regular contractors. You will carry out risk and compliance tasks making sure everyone is safe. You will be familiar with Fire Safety, Hazardous Substances and PPE. You will carry out workplace inspections and deal with any accidents or incidents in a timely way. You will work with our gardener and with the local countryside ranger team understanding our contribution to conservation. Please read the role profile attached. Who we're looking for We'd love to hear from you if you have: practical experience in an operational role in a holiday operating environment a good understanding of necessary standards of housekeeping, presentation and maintenance some supervisory experience, good people skills, confidence dealing with a variety of situations including incidents and complaints The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Tax-free childcare scheme Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most Trust places Independent financial advice Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Summary We have an opportunity for a Holidays Operations Team Leader to work at 12 of our stunning holiday cottages in South East Cornwall near Polruan, specifically at Triggabrowne, Pont Pill and Lansallos. You will assist the Holidays Operations Assistant Manager in the delivery of our growing holidays business. You will ensure consistent delivery of the operation across the area and achieve high levels of visitor satisfaction. You will want all guests to be delighted with their stay, and for them to create memories and stories in our unique holiday places. The role entails being out and about at the holiday cottages as well as some desk-based admin tasks and some Saturday work. A flexible approach to working and self-motivation will be needed in this varied role. Duration: Permanent Hours: 22.5 hours per week. Salary: £13,618.80 per annum Internally you will be known as 'Holidays Operation Team Leader' You will need to be able to get to the cottages and remote locations independently and confident driving in country lanes. You will be part of a larger portfolio within the South East and Heart of Cornwall Holidays Team managed by the Holidays Operations Manager. You will be keen to share experiences and good working practises within the wider team and support them when needed. You will be keen to ensure consistency across the portfolio. What it's like to work here To find out more about what it's like to work within "Holidays" at the National Trust, click here to watch our video. For our visitors outdoor life at Pont Pill along the Fowey River focusses on the quay which is perfect for wildlife. For those staying at Triggabrowne it's the gorgeous Cornish countryside that surrounds the cottages that makes their stay special along with the network of footpaths to walk the rugged Cornish coastline and a scramble down to tiny beaches and coves and of course Lantic Bay. Our Lansallos cottages have commanding views over the rolling hills down to the sea. What you'll be doing You will support the team of Holidays Operation Assistants to meet the high standards of cleanliness and presentation in the holiday cottages. You'll help with induction and training of new team members. You will assist the team with their E-learning. You will be happy to take calls from the team and support them remotely or on site. You will step-in to cover changeovers yourself when needed. You will be confident in carrying out admin tasks such as printing notices, using checklists and checking bookings and familiar with staff rotas. You will provided with a laptop, a mobile and can choose to work in the cottages, at home or hot desk at one of our office locations. You will work with the team to ensure they work efficiently and have what they need to deliver the standards. You will procure items for the cottages checking the inventory regularly. You will purchase and manage stock for the stores to ensure that the team has everything they need. You will work closely with our partners and suppliers. You will ensure that the guests are supplied with the Welcome offers and additional supplies they may choose to purchase on site. You will co-ordinate with our Holidays Team and Guest Relations to assist the guests. You will attend Holidays meetings both in person and remotely to keep up to date with operational delivery changes and ensure consistency across all our offers nationally. You will report maintenance issues, find solutions and fix minor issues yourself, keeping track of repairs and replacing broken items. You will work with our regular contractors. You will carry out risk and compliance tasks making sure everyone is safe. You will be familiar with Fire Safety, Hazardous Substances and PPE. You will carry out workplace inspections and deal with any accidents or incidents in a timely way. You will work with our gardener and with the local countryside ranger team understanding our contribution to conservation. Please read the role profile attached. Who we're looking for We'd love to hear from you if you have: practical experience in an operational role in a holiday operating environment a good understanding of necessary standards of housekeeping, presentation and maintenance some supervisory experience, good people skills, confidence dealing with a variety of situations including incidents and complaints The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Tax-free childcare scheme Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most Trust places Independent financial advice Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
Summary As a Gardener, you'll be a hands-on member of the garden team, involved in every aspect of gardening at Baddesley Clinton. Responsible for day-to-day maintenance, and the highest standards of horticulture, you'll also play a vital role in improving the experience of visitors to the garden and wider estate. You may be asked to work occasional weekends, bank holidays and evenings. What it's like to work here You'll join a team of three Gardeners, over 30 dedicated volunteers, and our beloved garden cat. The team is a friendly and warm group with a diverse range of skills and knowledge, all united by our passion for conserving and enhancing the beauty of our gardens. Baddesley Clinton is a moated manor house within a rambling Warwickshire estate. The property offers an imaginative visitor experience, with trails, activities and outdoor games throughout the year. The busy barn restaurant serves a variety of dishes, with many ingredients grown in the property's vegetable garden. Baddesley Clinton is part of a trio of properties alongside Packwood House and Coughton Court, so collaborative working between staff and volunteers is encouraged. Click here for more information about this location What you'll be doing You'll be helping to keep the gardenin tiptop condition every day. This might involve daily checks to make sure all areas are safe for people visiting, routine tasks such as weeding, pruning and mulching, and using machinery such as hedge cutters, leaf blowers, lawnmowers and tractors. Other duties might include propagation, cutting flowers for the house, preparing plants for sale and tree safety work. You may be involved in recycling and managing waste, along with the rest of the garden team. Who we're looking for We'd love to hear from you if you're: an enthusiastic horticulturist and hands-on gardener, who's worked with hard landscaping before knowledgeable about plants, with a great eye for detail experienced with machinery, including tractors, chainsaws, rotary and cylinder mowers, and with some knowledge of maintenance a driver with a full licence able to manage a demanding outdoor role good at talking to, and getting on with, all kinds of people equally confident working within a team, with volunteers or on your own able to keep to time, plan and meet deadlines The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Tax-free childcare scheme Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most Trust places Independent financial advice Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Summary As a Gardener, you'll be a hands-on member of the garden team, involved in every aspect of gardening at Baddesley Clinton. Responsible for day-to-day maintenance, and the highest standards of horticulture, you'll also play a vital role in improving the experience of visitors to the garden and wider estate. You may be asked to work occasional weekends, bank holidays and evenings. What it's like to work here You'll join a team of three Gardeners, over 30 dedicated volunteers, and our beloved garden cat. The team is a friendly and warm group with a diverse range of skills and knowledge, all united by our passion for conserving and enhancing the beauty of our gardens. Baddesley Clinton is a moated manor house within a rambling Warwickshire estate. The property offers an imaginative visitor experience, with trails, activities and outdoor games throughout the year. The busy barn restaurant serves a variety of dishes, with many ingredients grown in the property's vegetable garden. Baddesley Clinton is part of a trio of properties alongside Packwood House and Coughton Court, so collaborative working between staff and volunteers is encouraged. Click here for more information about this location What you'll be doing You'll be helping to keep the gardenin tiptop condition every day. This might involve daily checks to make sure all areas are safe for people visiting, routine tasks such as weeding, pruning and mulching, and using machinery such as hedge cutters, leaf blowers, lawnmowers and tractors. Other duties might include propagation, cutting flowers for the house, preparing plants for sale and tree safety work. You may be involved in recycling and managing waste, along with the rest of the garden team. Who we're looking for We'd love to hear from you if you're: an enthusiastic horticulturist and hands-on gardener, who's worked with hard landscaping before knowledgeable about plants, with a great eye for detail experienced with machinery, including tractors, chainsaws, rotary and cylinder mowers, and with some knowledge of maintenance a driver with a full licence able to manage a demanding outdoor role good at talking to, and getting on with, all kinds of people equally confident working within a team, with volunteers or on your own able to keep to time, plan and meet deadlines The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Tax-free childcare scheme Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most Trust places Independent financial advice Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time Salary: £23,000 - £27,500 per annum, dependent on experience Are you an experienced and passionate gardener with a love for plants and horticultural knowledge? Uppingham School has an opportunity within our Gardens team. Join us to work on our large estate with diverse gardens, including an arboretum and 15 unique gardens designed by award-winning landscape architect Robert Myers. Our Gardens team strives for excellence, aiming to achieve National Trust standards and RHS quality. You will assist in maintaining, developing, and improving our extensive gardens, ensuring high-quality work that delights pupils, parents, visitors, staff, and the wider Uppingham community. Additionally, you'll play a key role in designing and planting floral displays for local competition Uppingham in Bloom, where we are proud holders of 8 gold medals. We are seeking a knowledgeable and committed gardener with experience in horticultural operations and expertise in basic horticultural techniques. Excellent verbal communication skills and the ability to work well in a team are essential. Training in modern machinery and techniques will be provided, as we continue to advance our standards and develop our gardens. A full driving license is essential. This full-time role entails 39 hours of work per week, year-round, with regular hours from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Thursday and 8:00 am to 3:30 pm on Fridays. In return, Uppingham offers a supportive and inclusive community that values its people. Our working environment reflects our commitment to warmth, compassion, and mutual support, and we offer an excellent range of benefits to our employees which can be viewed here. Join us in developing the beauty of Uppingham's gardens and contributing to a vibrant and thriving community. For further details on this role and to apply please click the apply button. Applications will be reviewed as and when submitted. Uppingham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo full screening in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE), including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils will be explored at interview. You may also have experience in the following: Gardener, Landscaping, Gardening, Grounds Person, Horticulture, Trainee, Landscaper, Maintenance Gardener, Groundworker, etc. REF- JBRP1_UKTJ
May 01, 2024
Full time
Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time Salary: £23,000 - £27,500 per annum, dependent on experience Are you an experienced and passionate gardener with a love for plants and horticultural knowledge? Uppingham School has an opportunity within our Gardens team. Join us to work on our large estate with diverse gardens, including an arboretum and 15 unique gardens designed by award-winning landscape architect Robert Myers. Our Gardens team strives for excellence, aiming to achieve National Trust standards and RHS quality. You will assist in maintaining, developing, and improving our extensive gardens, ensuring high-quality work that delights pupils, parents, visitors, staff, and the wider Uppingham community. Additionally, you'll play a key role in designing and planting floral displays for local competition Uppingham in Bloom, where we are proud holders of 8 gold medals. We are seeking a knowledgeable and committed gardener with experience in horticultural operations and expertise in basic horticultural techniques. Excellent verbal communication skills and the ability to work well in a team are essential. Training in modern machinery and techniques will be provided, as we continue to advance our standards and develop our gardens. A full driving license is essential. This full-time role entails 39 hours of work per week, year-round, with regular hours from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Thursday and 8:00 am to 3:30 pm on Fridays. In return, Uppingham offers a supportive and inclusive community that values its people. Our working environment reflects our commitment to warmth, compassion, and mutual support, and we offer an excellent range of benefits to our employees which can be viewed here. Join us in developing the beauty of Uppingham's gardens and contributing to a vibrant and thriving community. For further details on this role and to apply please click the apply button. Applications will be reviewed as and when submitted. Uppingham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo full screening in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE), including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils will be explored at interview. You may also have experience in the following: Gardener, Landscaping, Gardening, Grounds Person, Horticulture, Trainee, Landscaper, Maintenance Gardener, Groundworker, etc. REF- JBRP1_UKTJ
Join The Farndon Unit in Newark on Trent as a Maintenance Assistant and Gardener where you will be part of creating a well presented and safe environment for some of the most vulnerable people in society. As a Maintenance Assistant and Gardener, you will be responsible for ensuring the service facilities are fit for purpose, maintaining the grounds and regularly conducting audits to identify and repair any faults ensuring a safe environment for service users, staff and visitors. Working alongside an established team, you will turn your hand to all maintenance-related tasks, liaising with contractors to support the upkeep of the service. You'll receive all necessary training to get you started and join the dedicated team, where you can make a positive difference and be part of changing lives for the better. There's also a huge range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals. As a Maintenance Assistant and Gardener you will be: Assisting with ensuring that the service, buildings, facilities and equipment requirements are maintained and fit for purpose. Utilising good DIY skills to ensure safety of service users is maintained. Assisting in regular checks and maintenance. Assisting in the repair and maintenance of all buildings. Assisting in all decorating. Liaising with a manager reporting all faults and defects. Participating in a 1 week retaining on-call rota for the purposes of emergency maintenance. Coordinating and supporting contractors whilst on site and completing of all paperwork and tool checks. Maintaining the perimeter fencing around boundaries Maintaining the grounds including, grass cutting, weeding, hedges, flower beds. Facilitating gardening groups with patients To be successful in this role, you will: Comply with system and procedures. Have previous experience within a maintenance role. Have gardening experience Work effectively as part of a team and independently. Show courtesy and respect to residents at all times to ensure that they enjoy the highest quality of service. Attend and participate in training sessions and staff meetings. Where you will be working: Location: The Farndon Unit, Farndon Road, Newark on Trent, Nottinghamshire, NG24 4SW You will be working at the Farndon Unit, a purpose-built low secure hospital which offers personalised assessment and recovery-based treatment pathways, including a trauma specific pathway, for women with complex care needs. You will join the multidisciplinary team in providing specialist care for people with a diagnosis of severe and enduring mental illness and/or personality disorder and/or mild learning disability. The combination of general low secure wards and a recovery ward area (also within the low secure perimeter) provide a seamless internal care pathway supporting and empowering recovery and rehabilitation. What you will get: Annual salary of £23,692.50 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave - plus your birthday off! Free meals and parking Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance. Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals. Pension contribution to secure your future. Life Assurance for added peace of mind. Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time. There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts and special offers, car leasing without a credit check, holiday financing and much more. About your next employer: You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person's individual responsibility and are committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of service users. Candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Join The Farndon Unit in Newark on Trent as a Maintenance Assistant and Gardener where you will be part of creating a well presented and safe environment for some of the most vulnerable people in society. As a Maintenance Assistant and Gardener, you will be responsible for ensuring the service facilities are fit for purpose, maintaining the grounds and regularly conducting audits to identify and repair any faults ensuring a safe environment for service users, staff and visitors. Working alongside an established team, you will turn your hand to all maintenance-related tasks, liaising with contractors to support the upkeep of the service. You'll receive all necessary training to get you started and join the dedicated team, where you can make a positive difference and be part of changing lives for the better. There's also a huge range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals. As a Maintenance Assistant and Gardener you will be: Assisting with ensuring that the service, buildings, facilities and equipment requirements are maintained and fit for purpose. Utilising good DIY skills to ensure safety of service users is maintained. Assisting in regular checks and maintenance. Assisting in the repair and maintenance of all buildings. Assisting in all decorating. Liaising with a manager reporting all faults and defects. Participating in a 1 week retaining on-call rota for the purposes of emergency maintenance. Coordinating and supporting contractors whilst on site and completing of all paperwork and tool checks. Maintaining the perimeter fencing around boundaries Maintaining the grounds including, grass cutting, weeding, hedges, flower beds. Facilitating gardening groups with patients To be successful in this role, you will: Comply with system and procedures. Have previous experience within a maintenance role. Have gardening experience Work effectively as part of a team and independently. Show courtesy and respect to residents at all times to ensure that they enjoy the highest quality of service. Attend and participate in training sessions and staff meetings. Where you will be working: Location: The Farndon Unit, Farndon Road, Newark on Trent, Nottinghamshire, NG24 4SW You will be working at the Farndon Unit, a purpose-built low secure hospital which offers personalised assessment and recovery-based treatment pathways, including a trauma specific pathway, for women with complex care needs. You will join the multidisciplinary team in providing specialist care for people with a diagnosis of severe and enduring mental illness and/or personality disorder and/or mild learning disability. The combination of general low secure wards and a recovery ward area (also within the low secure perimeter) provide a seamless internal care pathway supporting and empowering recovery and rehabilitation. What you will get: Annual salary of £23,692.50 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave - plus your birthday off! Free meals and parking Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance. Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals. Pension contribution to secure your future. Life Assurance for added peace of mind. Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time. There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts and special offers, car leasing without a credit check, holiday financing and much more. About your next employer: You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person's individual responsibility and are committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of service users. Candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure.
The King's School in Macclesfield
Macclesfield, Cheshire
Job Title: Grounds Person Location: Macclesfield Salary: Depending on experience Job Type: Permanent , Full Time Closing date: Friday 3rd May 2024 at 9am. Interview dates: Week commencing 6th or 13th May 2024. The Role: We are seeking a full-time permanent Grounds person to join our Grounds team working on our £60 million campus set in 80 acres in Prestbury, Cheshire. The hours of work are Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm with an hour's unpaid lunch break (lunch is provided as a staff benefit during term-time). In addition, the post holder will be required to work reasonable additional hours as necessary, as the demands of the job require. The role is to start as soon as possible. The salary for this post will reflect the responsibilities involved and will be commensurate with the experience of the appointed candidate. This is a full-time, year-round post. Candidate Requirements: We are looking for a grounds person with a minimum of 2 years-experience within the industry or similar to help maintain an 80-acre site PA1/PA2 license would be beneficial although not essential. NVQ 2 Amenity and horticulture or equivalent is preferred Good understanding of machinery and maintenance is preferred. In house training will be provided Must have a flexible approach to the variety of jobs we perform Can work well within a team and individually unsupervised from instruction of the Head Grounds person Full clean drivers licence Main Responsibilities: The role would be to work alongside a small grounds team on the campus and jobs include: Tractor/gang mowing Ride on mowing including banks mower Pedestrian mowing General gardening duties Pitch marking and set up of variety of sports Using a variety of hand tools such as strimmers, hedge cutters, backpack blowers and chainsaws (license would be preferred but not essential) Extra Information: The school has a strong commitment to professional development and it is a condition of employment that all members of staff participate in any scheme of appraisal, review and professional development currently operating in the school. Candidates should note that all appointments are subject to a routine check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. A contributory pension scheme including life assurance is available. Children of members of staff, subject to passing the entrance exam and the availability of places, may be educated at King's with a substantial discount from the Junior Department to the Senior Divisions. We are a non-smoking establishment and an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity among pupils and staff and encourage applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. Potential applicants are urged to read our 'Staff Benefits Booklet', which details further employee benefits and seeks to explain why King's is such a wonderful place to work. 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. Thank you for your application and for your interest in the King's School. We regret that we can only write to those candidates short-listed for interview. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful. Please click on the APPLY button to be re-directed to our Careers page, to complete our online application form. Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Domestic Ground Worker, Groundworker, landscaper, Ground Worker, landscaping, Gardener, Experienced Gardener, Grounds Maintenance, Maintenance, Garden Maintenance, General Maintenance, Garden Designer, Landscape Gardener, Grounds, Gardener, Garden Maintenance, Grounds Maintenance, will also be considered for this role.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Grounds Person Location: Macclesfield Salary: Depending on experience Job Type: Permanent , Full Time Closing date: Friday 3rd May 2024 at 9am. Interview dates: Week commencing 6th or 13th May 2024. The Role: We are seeking a full-time permanent Grounds person to join our Grounds team working on our £60 million campus set in 80 acres in Prestbury, Cheshire. The hours of work are Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm with an hour's unpaid lunch break (lunch is provided as a staff benefit during term-time). In addition, the post holder will be required to work reasonable additional hours as necessary, as the demands of the job require. The role is to start as soon as possible. The salary for this post will reflect the responsibilities involved and will be commensurate with the experience of the appointed candidate. This is a full-time, year-round post. Candidate Requirements: We are looking for a grounds person with a minimum of 2 years-experience within the industry or similar to help maintain an 80-acre site PA1/PA2 license would be beneficial although not essential. NVQ 2 Amenity and horticulture or equivalent is preferred Good understanding of machinery and maintenance is preferred. In house training will be provided Must have a flexible approach to the variety of jobs we perform Can work well within a team and individually unsupervised from instruction of the Head Grounds person Full clean drivers licence Main Responsibilities: The role would be to work alongside a small grounds team on the campus and jobs include: Tractor/gang mowing Ride on mowing including banks mower Pedestrian mowing General gardening duties Pitch marking and set up of variety of sports Using a variety of hand tools such as strimmers, hedge cutters, backpack blowers and chainsaws (license would be preferred but not essential) Extra Information: The school has a strong commitment to professional development and it is a condition of employment that all members of staff participate in any scheme of appraisal, review and professional development currently operating in the school. Candidates should note that all appointments are subject to a routine check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. A contributory pension scheme including life assurance is available. Children of members of staff, subject to passing the entrance exam and the availability of places, may be educated at King's with a substantial discount from the Junior Department to the Senior Divisions. We are a non-smoking establishment and an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity among pupils and staff and encourage applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. Potential applicants are urged to read our 'Staff Benefits Booklet', which details further employee benefits and seeks to explain why King's is such a wonderful place to work. 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. Thank you for your application and for your interest in the King's School. We regret that we can only write to those candidates short-listed for interview. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful. Please click on the APPLY button to be re-directed to our Careers page, to complete our online application form. Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Domestic Ground Worker, Groundworker, landscaper, Ground Worker, landscaping, Gardener, Experienced Gardener, Grounds Maintenance, Maintenance, Garden Maintenance, General Maintenance, Garden Designer, Landscape Gardener, Grounds, Gardener, Garden Maintenance, Grounds Maintenance, will also be considered for this role.
Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time Salary: £23,000 - £27,500 per annum, dependent on experience Are you an experienced and passionate gardener with a love for plants and horticultural knowledge? Uppingham School has an opportunity within our Gardens team. Join us to work on our large estate with diverse gardens, including an arboretum and 15 unique gardens designed by award-winning landscape architect Robert Myers. Our Gardens team strives for excellence, aiming to achieve National Trust standards and RHS quality. You will assist in maintaining, developing, and improving our extensive gardens, ensuring high-quality work that delights pupils, parents, visitors, staff, and the wider Uppingham community. Additionally, you'll play a key role in designing and planting floral displays for local competition Uppingham in Bloom, where we are proud holders of 8 gold medals. We are seeking a knowledgeable and committed gardener with experience in horticultural operations and expertise in basic horticultural techniques. Excellent verbal communication skills and the ability to work well in a team are essential. Training in modern machinery and techniques will be provided, as we continue to advance our standards and develop our gardens. A full driving license is essential. This full-time role entails 39 hours of work per week, year-round, with regular hours from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Thursday and 8:00 am to 3:30 pm on Fridays. In return, Uppingham offers a supportive and inclusive community that values its people. Our working environment reflects our commitment to warmth, compassion, and mutual support, and we offer an excellent range of benefits to our employees which can be viewed here. Join us in developing the beauty of Uppingham's gardens and contributing to a vibrant and thriving community. For further details on this role and to apply please click the apply button. Applications will be reviewed as and when submitted. Uppingham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo full screening in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE), including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils will be explored at interview. You may also have experience in the following: Gardener, Landscaping, Gardening, Grounds Person, Horticulture, Trainee, Landscaper, Maintenance Gardener, Groundworker, etc. REF-
May 01, 2024
Full time
Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time Salary: £23,000 - £27,500 per annum, dependent on experience Are you an experienced and passionate gardener with a love for plants and horticultural knowledge? Uppingham School has an opportunity within our Gardens team. Join us to work on our large estate with diverse gardens, including an arboretum and 15 unique gardens designed by award-winning landscape architect Robert Myers. Our Gardens team strives for excellence, aiming to achieve National Trust standards and RHS quality. You will assist in maintaining, developing, and improving our extensive gardens, ensuring high-quality work that delights pupils, parents, visitors, staff, and the wider Uppingham community. Additionally, you'll play a key role in designing and planting floral displays for local competition Uppingham in Bloom, where we are proud holders of 8 gold medals. We are seeking a knowledgeable and committed gardener with experience in horticultural operations and expertise in basic horticultural techniques. Excellent verbal communication skills and the ability to work well in a team are essential. Training in modern machinery and techniques will be provided, as we continue to advance our standards and develop our gardens. A full driving license is essential. This full-time role entails 39 hours of work per week, year-round, with regular hours from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Thursday and 8:00 am to 3:30 pm on Fridays. In return, Uppingham offers a supportive and inclusive community that values its people. Our working environment reflects our commitment to warmth, compassion, and mutual support, and we offer an excellent range of benefits to our employees which can be viewed here. Join us in developing the beauty of Uppingham's gardens and contributing to a vibrant and thriving community. For further details on this role and to apply please click the apply button. Applications will be reviewed as and when submitted. Uppingham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo full screening in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE), including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils will be explored at interview. You may also have experience in the following: Gardener, Landscaping, Gardening, Grounds Person, Horticulture, Trainee, Landscaper, Maintenance Gardener, Groundworker, etc. REF-
Sports Turf Grounds Operative Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time Salary: Up to £30k depending on experience Uppingham School is looking for a committed, experienced, and passionate Sports Turf grounds operative with a strong knowledge of machinery and sports pitch maintenance to join us on a full-time basis. As a Grounds operative, you will play a key role in maintaining our grounds and school pitches, ensuring our sports fields are safe, functional, and visually appealing. This will involve a variety of tasks including mowing, fertilising, aerating, irrigating, repairing turf surfaces and maintaining artificial pitches/courts. In addition to this, you will be responsible for managing equipment, completing scheduled maintenance activities, and liaising with other staff or stakeholders to support field usage. You will need previous experience of sports ground maintenance and associated work, including experience of marking pitches, mowing, aerating, fertilising and weed control. You will also be capable of using a range of machinery and equipment.Qualifications including PA1, PA2 and PA6 spraying certificates and an NVQ Level 2 Sports Turf qualification or similar is desirable, but not essential. Benefits In return Uppingham offers a community that values people. We are warm, compassionate, and mutually supportive. This is reflected in our working environment and the benefits we are able to offer: 50% contribution to premiums for the School's private health scheme Free Westfield Healthcare Free membership of dual-use Sports Centre (£25 annual joining fee) Free staff lunches in term-time School fee discount 25% Holiday Club discount at Uppingham School Sports Centre for children of Uppingham and Maidwell Hall staff Retail, gym, supermarket, cinema and restaurant discounts Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Contributory pension scheme Occupational Health Services Free annual flu jabs Recognised as a "Disability Confident" employer Recognised as a "Mindful" employer Recognised as "Investors in Diversity" For further details and to apply please click the apply button. Applications will be reviewed as received. Uppingham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo full screening in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE), including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils will be explored at interview. You may also have experience in the following: Ground Maintenance, Caretaker, Maintenance Operative, Handyman, Repairs, Health and Safety, DIY, Estates Management Gardener, Landscaping, Gardening, Grounds Person, Horticulture, Trainee, Landscaper, Maintenance Gardener, Groundworker, etc. Candidates must be willing to undergo full screening in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE), including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils will be explored at interview. You may also have experience in the following: Ground Maintenance, Caretaker, Maintenance Operative, Handyman, Repairs, Health and Safety, DIY, Estates Management Gardener, Landscaping, Gardening, Grounds Person, Horticulture, Trainee, Landscaper, Maintenance Gardener, Groundworker, etc. REF-
May 01, 2024
Full time
Sports Turf Grounds Operative Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time Salary: Up to £30k depending on experience Uppingham School is looking for a committed, experienced, and passionate Sports Turf grounds operative with a strong knowledge of machinery and sports pitch maintenance to join us on a full-time basis. As a Grounds operative, you will play a key role in maintaining our grounds and school pitches, ensuring our sports fields are safe, functional, and visually appealing. This will involve a variety of tasks including mowing, fertilising, aerating, irrigating, repairing turf surfaces and maintaining artificial pitches/courts. In addition to this, you will be responsible for managing equipment, completing scheduled maintenance activities, and liaising with other staff or stakeholders to support field usage. You will need previous experience of sports ground maintenance and associated work, including experience of marking pitches, mowing, aerating, fertilising and weed control. You will also be capable of using a range of machinery and equipment.Qualifications including PA1, PA2 and PA6 spraying certificates and an NVQ Level 2 Sports Turf qualification or similar is desirable, but not essential. Benefits In return Uppingham offers a community that values people. We are warm, compassionate, and mutually supportive. This is reflected in our working environment and the benefits we are able to offer: 50% contribution to premiums for the School's private health scheme Free Westfield Healthcare Free membership of dual-use Sports Centre (£25 annual joining fee) Free staff lunches in term-time School fee discount 25% Holiday Club discount at Uppingham School Sports Centre for children of Uppingham and Maidwell Hall staff Retail, gym, supermarket, cinema and restaurant discounts Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Contributory pension scheme Occupational Health Services Free annual flu jabs Recognised as a "Disability Confident" employer Recognised as a "Mindful" employer Recognised as "Investors in Diversity" For further details and to apply please click the apply button. Applications will be reviewed as received. Uppingham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo full screening in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE), including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils will be explored at interview. You may also have experience in the following: Ground Maintenance, Caretaker, Maintenance Operative, Handyman, Repairs, Health and Safety, DIY, Estates Management Gardener, Landscaping, Gardening, Grounds Person, Horticulture, Trainee, Landscaper, Maintenance Gardener, Groundworker, etc. Candidates must be willing to undergo full screening in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE), including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils will be explored at interview. You may also have experience in the following: Ground Maintenance, Caretaker, Maintenance Operative, Handyman, Repairs, Health and Safety, DIY, Estates Management Gardener, Landscaping, Gardening, Grounds Person, Horticulture, Trainee, Landscaper, Maintenance Gardener, Groundworker, etc. REF-
Do you want to join anorganisation that is expandingand iscertified as aGreat Place to Workorganisation? Are you an experienced soft landscaping operative looking for apermanent position? If you can put your landscaping and grounds maintenance experience to use and help us to provide and maintain safe, secure and thriving communities that people are proud to call home - you belong at Bromford. In returnyou can expect the following: Monthly pay Stocked van (shared use) Fuel Card Coffee Card 27 days holiday plus bank holidays A choice out of 2pension schemes £500 personal allowance to spend on your choice of things like private medical cover, critical health insurance, dental treatment and gym membership, for example Retail discount schemes to save on things like food shops, clothing, technology etc In your role as a landscaping operative, youll carry out the grounds maintenance of our green space. Youll maintain the upkeep of all landscaped areas, ensuring pathways and hard standings are maintained and clear of debris. Youll operate landscaping machinery, ride-on mowers, strimmers and blowers. This is a mobile role covering theSouth Gloucestershire and Bristol regions (BS37)and will therefore involve travel, so you must live in a suitable location to cover this area of work. Youll be the eyes and ears within the community you serve; responsible for reporting neighbourhood and community issues to your colleagues. PPE must be used for each activity, you should follow health and safety regulations throughout all your work, never compromising the customer, colleagues or yourself. All your tools and equipment must be kept in good working order and regularly serviced, including the use and maintenance of the company vehicle. You are expected to provide a high-quality service to residents, including consultation and liaison work with customers and colleagues. It's a physically demanding job. Youll be working outside all year round, working in inclement weather conditions as well as exposure to cold/heat and noise. To be a Landscaping Operativewith Bromford, you will: Ideally have some experience in landscaping and grounds maintenance Ideally, hold an NPTC qualification in brush cutter, pedestrian mower, ride on mower, hedge cutter and PA1 and PA6 in spraying pesticides (although training is available where required) Have a good understanding of health and safety, COSHH requirements Have basic IT knowledge and comfortable using mobile devices (training to be provided) Be punctual, have excellent customer service skills and a positive attitude Be comfortable working on your own and as part of a team Need to have a full, clean driving licence.You will have a work vehicle which you will share with a colleague Build effective relationships based on trust and respect, have excellent customer service skills and be a great ambassador for Bromford. Your previous experience may be in roles such as a gardener, landscaper, grounds maintenance operative, grounds person, fencing and landscaping operative, fencer and/or hard landscaper. Apply now! The closing date for applications is Monday 6 May 2024. We reserve the right to close this advert early, depending on application volume. We therefore encourage an early application. JBRP1_UKTJ
May 01, 2024
Full time
Do you want to join anorganisation that is expandingand iscertified as aGreat Place to Workorganisation? Are you an experienced soft landscaping operative looking for apermanent position? If you can put your landscaping and grounds maintenance experience to use and help us to provide and maintain safe, secure and thriving communities that people are proud to call home - you belong at Bromford. In returnyou can expect the following: Monthly pay Stocked van (shared use) Fuel Card Coffee Card 27 days holiday plus bank holidays A choice out of 2pension schemes £500 personal allowance to spend on your choice of things like private medical cover, critical health insurance, dental treatment and gym membership, for example Retail discount schemes to save on things like food shops, clothing, technology etc In your role as a landscaping operative, youll carry out the grounds maintenance of our green space. Youll maintain the upkeep of all landscaped areas, ensuring pathways and hard standings are maintained and clear of debris. Youll operate landscaping machinery, ride-on mowers, strimmers and blowers. This is a mobile role covering theSouth Gloucestershire and Bristol regions (BS37)and will therefore involve travel, so you must live in a suitable location to cover this area of work. Youll be the eyes and ears within the community you serve; responsible for reporting neighbourhood and community issues to your colleagues. PPE must be used for each activity, you should follow health and safety regulations throughout all your work, never compromising the customer, colleagues or yourself. All your tools and equipment must be kept in good working order and regularly serviced, including the use and maintenance of the company vehicle. You are expected to provide a high-quality service to residents, including consultation and liaison work with customers and colleagues. It's a physically demanding job. Youll be working outside all year round, working in inclement weather conditions as well as exposure to cold/heat and noise. To be a Landscaping Operativewith Bromford, you will: Ideally have some experience in landscaping and grounds maintenance Ideally, hold an NPTC qualification in brush cutter, pedestrian mower, ride on mower, hedge cutter and PA1 and PA6 in spraying pesticides (although training is available where required) Have a good understanding of health and safety, COSHH requirements Have basic IT knowledge and comfortable using mobile devices (training to be provided) Be punctual, have excellent customer service skills and a positive attitude Be comfortable working on your own and as part of a team Need to have a full, clean driving licence.You will have a work vehicle which you will share with a colleague Build effective relationships based on trust and respect, have excellent customer service skills and be a great ambassador for Bromford. Your previous experience may be in roles such as a gardener, landscaper, grounds maintenance operative, grounds person, fencing and landscaping operative, fencer and/or hard landscaper. Apply now! The closing date for applications is Monday 6 May 2024. We reserve the right to close this advert early, depending on application volume. We therefore encourage an early application. JBRP1_UKTJ
Job Title: Gardener Location: Bromley, Greater London Salary: £14.60 per hour Job Type: Permanent - Full Time About Morden College: Our most valuable resource are the people within Morden College; they provide the supportive, caring, and inclusive environment both for colleagues and for our Residents. Our culture encourages and supports creativity, celebrates our differences and the similarities that draw us together as a community and promote the highest standards of individual behaviour and accountability in everything we do. Morden College is a charity that is dedicated to enabling a life-lived independence for the older people they provide homes for, through life, as they grow older. Morden College has enriched the lives of its residents as well as their families, over the last 300 years. The Charity's core purpose is to provide older people who are in need with a home for life within its beautiful grounds, with amazing facilities and surrounded by its caring people, who work tirelessly to provide the highest quality of care. Job Summary/Purpose: Assisting the Gardens Manager in ensuring that Morden College gardens and grounds at Ralph Perring Court in Beckenham and at Blackheath are maintained as safe and appealing external spaces and to promote resident wellbeing by supporting hands on gardening activities. Key Duties & Responsibilities: Mowing, using all types of mowers, including ride-on mowers. Edging, trimming and maintaining lawns. Scarifying and spiking of lawns. Maintenance of fine turf areas including sports areas (including hammers and putting). Application of lawn fertilisers, use of hosepipes and sprinklers, watering of pots and urns. Planting and maintaining seasonal bedding, planting and maintaining shrubs and trees, pruning of fruit trees and shrubs, propagation of hard wood cuttings and potting up. Rose pruning and application of rose fertilisers, removing epicormic shoots from trees. Leaf clearing, using leaf blowers or rakes/brooms, make and apply compost. Application of rock salt or other specified materials and clearing snow and ice from pathways and roadways. The mixing and application of chemical sprays. Hedge trimming using both manual and power assisted equipment, single/double digging of areas both manually and using a rotavator. Carrying out soft landscaping. Carrying out basic brick edging, laying of slabs and timber and metal edging. Labelling and sign writing. Cleaning and maintaining horticultural machinery and hand tools, tidying up Grounds Department sheds, storage and compost areas, loading and unloading of skips, containers or other delivery vehicles, maintaining garden furniture and garden features, including, cleaning and the application of preservatives. The Candidate: C&G Stage 2 Amenity Horticulture Or RHS Certificate Horticulture Level 2 Practical and Theory Or NVQ Level 3 Amenity Horticulture A minimum of 3 years practical experience in horticulture Chain saw certificate Mixing and use of chemicals certificate Spraying certificate H&S certificate Horticulture Grounds maintenance Use of Machinery Soft landscaping Garden Planning Forward Planning skills Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Groundskeeper, Groundsman, Grounds person, Groundswoman, Grounds Keeper, Gardener, Head Gardener, Garden Maintenance Team Leader, Ground Maintenance, Operative Gardener, Experienced Gardener, Garden Designer, Landscape Gardener, Grounds, Gardener, Garden Maintenance Landscaper may also be considered for this role.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Gardener Location: Bromley, Greater London Salary: £14.60 per hour Job Type: Permanent - Full Time About Morden College: Our most valuable resource are the people within Morden College; they provide the supportive, caring, and inclusive environment both for colleagues and for our Residents. Our culture encourages and supports creativity, celebrates our differences and the similarities that draw us together as a community and promote the highest standards of individual behaviour and accountability in everything we do. Morden College is a charity that is dedicated to enabling a life-lived independence for the older people they provide homes for, through life, as they grow older. Morden College has enriched the lives of its residents as well as their families, over the last 300 years. The Charity's core purpose is to provide older people who are in need with a home for life within its beautiful grounds, with amazing facilities and surrounded by its caring people, who work tirelessly to provide the highest quality of care. Job Summary/Purpose: Assisting the Gardens Manager in ensuring that Morden College gardens and grounds at Ralph Perring Court in Beckenham and at Blackheath are maintained as safe and appealing external spaces and to promote resident wellbeing by supporting hands on gardening activities. Key Duties & Responsibilities: Mowing, using all types of mowers, including ride-on mowers. Edging, trimming and maintaining lawns. Scarifying and spiking of lawns. Maintenance of fine turf areas including sports areas (including hammers and putting). Application of lawn fertilisers, use of hosepipes and sprinklers, watering of pots and urns. Planting and maintaining seasonal bedding, planting and maintaining shrubs and trees, pruning of fruit trees and shrubs, propagation of hard wood cuttings and potting up. Rose pruning and application of rose fertilisers, removing epicormic shoots from trees. Leaf clearing, using leaf blowers or rakes/brooms, make and apply compost. Application of rock salt or other specified materials and clearing snow and ice from pathways and roadways. The mixing and application of chemical sprays. Hedge trimming using both manual and power assisted equipment, single/double digging of areas both manually and using a rotavator. Carrying out soft landscaping. Carrying out basic brick edging, laying of slabs and timber and metal edging. Labelling and sign writing. Cleaning and maintaining horticultural machinery and hand tools, tidying up Grounds Department sheds, storage and compost areas, loading and unloading of skips, containers or other delivery vehicles, maintaining garden furniture and garden features, including, cleaning and the application of preservatives. The Candidate: C&G Stage 2 Amenity Horticulture Or RHS Certificate Horticulture Level 2 Practical and Theory Or NVQ Level 3 Amenity Horticulture A minimum of 3 years practical experience in horticulture Chain saw certificate Mixing and use of chemicals certificate Spraying certificate H&S certificate Horticulture Grounds maintenance Use of Machinery Soft landscaping Garden Planning Forward Planning skills Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Groundskeeper, Groundsman, Grounds person, Groundswoman, Grounds Keeper, Gardener, Head Gardener, Garden Maintenance Team Leader, Ground Maintenance, Operative Gardener, Experienced Gardener, Garden Designer, Landscape Gardener, Grounds, Gardener, Garden Maintenance Landscaper may also be considered for this role.
Summary Come and join us on a National Trust apprenticeship where we will support and develop you to play an integral part in our work to tackle climate change, protect historic sites and help people and nature thrive. You don't need experience for this role, just loads of enthusiasm and a desire to learn. As an Assistant Ranger apprentice, you will be working as a member of the rangering team as they conserve the environment that makes the countryside both distinctive and special and help take care of our protected landscapes. Can lead to an assistant ranger or ranger role and potentially move to a L4 Countryside Ranger apprenticeship after additional experience gained in role. For all these roles you will need to hold a driving licence. For more information about our apprenticeship programme please click here: National Trust Jobs Apprenticeships What it's like to work here You will be working outdoors in all weathers as part of our ranger teams, supporting our strategy to restore a healthy, beautiful, natural environment. Your role will be working to protect and improve the health and wildlife richness of our countryside, preserving all the benefits we get from it and helping our visitors to experience and get closer to conservation of our special outdoor places. Your training will be delivered via a combination of mandatory week long college blocks and online learning, with all expenses and travel paid. There may also be opportunities to travel to other National Trust locations with some overnight stays to expand your learning and experience. Working as part of the Ranger team, you will complete a range of countryside management tasks and activities on this wonderful 1300 acre estate. Wetlands, orchards, woodlands and lowland heath are backdrops to your day-to-day activities, whilst you'll also help in caring for historic sites such as an iron age hillfort and local industrial heritage. We have a great team working environment, you'll work alongside rangers, gardeners, volunteers and even a shipwright from time to time. With big aspirations for the the estate, there is plenty for the successful applicant to get involved with. This role is part funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund through the Tamara Landscape Partnership For more information about our property please visit cotehele What you'll be doing Working alongside your mentor on tasks specific to your apprenticeship, you will develop the skills & knowledge relevant to this apprenticeship standard. (Countryside worker level 2) You'll attend, and prepare for, regular review meetings with your training provider, and be accountable for your own progression. You'll be required to complete mandatory e-learning, courses and training provided. Who we're looking for In addition to the qualities listed in the role profile, we'd love to hear from you if you meet the following eligibility criteria by the start date of the role: A minimum of 2 GCSE's which must include English and maths at grade E/2, functional skills level 1 or equivalent (If you hold an EHCP, entry level 3 in English and maths is acceptable). Aged 16 or over and have completed year 11 Not in full time education Living in England & have the right to work in the UK Able to travel to work location If you have a qualification in the same or a related subject to this apprenticeship or have substantial relevant work experience this may exclude you from Government funding - this will be verified if your application progresses.The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Tax-free childcare scheme Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most Trust places Independent financial advice Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Summary Come and join us on a National Trust apprenticeship where we will support and develop you to play an integral part in our work to tackle climate change, protect historic sites and help people and nature thrive. You don't need experience for this role, just loads of enthusiasm and a desire to learn. As an Assistant Ranger apprentice, you will be working as a member of the rangering team as they conserve the environment that makes the countryside both distinctive and special and help take care of our protected landscapes. Can lead to an assistant ranger or ranger role and potentially move to a L4 Countryside Ranger apprenticeship after additional experience gained in role. For all these roles you will need to hold a driving licence. For more information about our apprenticeship programme please click here: National Trust Jobs Apprenticeships What it's like to work here You will be working outdoors in all weathers as part of our ranger teams, supporting our strategy to restore a healthy, beautiful, natural environment. Your role will be working to protect and improve the health and wildlife richness of our countryside, preserving all the benefits we get from it and helping our visitors to experience and get closer to conservation of our special outdoor places. Your training will be delivered via a combination of mandatory week long college blocks and online learning, with all expenses and travel paid. There may also be opportunities to travel to other National Trust locations with some overnight stays to expand your learning and experience. Working as part of the Ranger team, you will complete a range of countryside management tasks and activities on this wonderful 1300 acre estate. Wetlands, orchards, woodlands and lowland heath are backdrops to your day-to-day activities, whilst you'll also help in caring for historic sites such as an iron age hillfort and local industrial heritage. We have a great team working environment, you'll work alongside rangers, gardeners, volunteers and even a shipwright from time to time. With big aspirations for the the estate, there is plenty for the successful applicant to get involved with. This role is part funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund through the Tamara Landscape Partnership For more information about our property please visit cotehele What you'll be doing Working alongside your mentor on tasks specific to your apprenticeship, you will develop the skills & knowledge relevant to this apprenticeship standard. (Countryside worker level 2) You'll attend, and prepare for, regular review meetings with your training provider, and be accountable for your own progression. You'll be required to complete mandatory e-learning, courses and training provided. Who we're looking for In addition to the qualities listed in the role profile, we'd love to hear from you if you meet the following eligibility criteria by the start date of the role: A minimum of 2 GCSE's which must include English and maths at grade E/2, functional skills level 1 or equivalent (If you hold an EHCP, entry level 3 in English and maths is acceptable). Aged 16 or over and have completed year 11 Not in full time education Living in England & have the right to work in the UK Able to travel to work location If you have a qualification in the same or a related subject to this apprenticeship or have substantial relevant work experience this may exclude you from Government funding - this will be verified if your application progresses.The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Tax-free childcare scheme Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most Trust places Independent financial advice Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
We are looking for and Assistant Manager on behalf of our client to be responsible the efficient and effective running of a 90-acre country estate in Worcestershire. Working closely with the Head Gardener and the owner, the Assistant Manager is responsible for overall planning and scheduling, finance and general administration as well as the organisation of garden visits. This is a residential post with excellent renumeration and a great career opportunity for the right person. To obtain further details, please E-Mail Sarah Maeers.
May 01, 2024
Full time
We are looking for and Assistant Manager on behalf of our client to be responsible the efficient and effective running of a 90-acre country estate in Worcestershire. Working closely with the Head Gardener and the owner, the Assistant Manager is responsible for overall planning and scheduling, finance and general administration as well as the organisation of garden visits. This is a residential post with excellent renumeration and a great career opportunity for the right person. To obtain further details, please E-Mail Sarah Maeers.