Groundsperson (Temporary Contract)

Location: Vincent Square, London
Contract: Temporary – Full Time (40 hours per week)

Start Date: October 2025

About the Role

Our client is seeking a temporary Groundsperson to join their dedicated team maintaining a prestigious 10-acre playing field at Vincent Square — the largest square in Central London.

The site features cricket and football pitches, tennis courts (both tarmac and artificial grass), and an activity area used by younger pupils. Under the supervision of the Head Groundsperson, you will help ensure that all playing surfaces and surrounding areas are maintained to the highest standards.

This is a hands-on, rewarding role for someone who enjoys outdoor work, has strong attention to detail, and takes pride in creating safe, high-quality sports and recreation spaces.

Key Responsibilities

As part of the grounds team, your duties will include:

• Performing general grounds maintenance: mowing, strimming, hedge trimming, and weeding.

• Marking and overmarking sports areas such as football pitches, cricket squares, and athletics tracks.

• Maintaining both natural and artificial playing surfaces.

• Carrying out horticultural tasks including ground preparation, turfing, seeding, and pruning.

• Setting up and dismantling sports equipment, ensuring it is maintained to a high standard.

• Liaising with staff and external users to ensure sports areas are ready for use.

• Assisting with seasonal tasks such as leaf clearance, snow removal, and surface treatment.

• Reporting maintenance and safety issues promptly.

• Operating and maintaining grounds machinery and tools safely.

• Ensuring compliance with all Health & Safety regulations and site procedures.

About You

You’ll be a proactive and hardworking individual with:

• Experience in grounds maintenance, ideally in a school, sports, or estate setting.

• Knowledge of turf care, horticultural techniques, and safe machinery operation.

• A positive, team-oriented attitude with excellent attention to detail.

• Flexibility to work occasional Saturdays on a rota basis.

A relevant qualification in horticulture or groundskeeping (e.g., NVQ Level 2) and PA1/PA6 spraying certification would be advantageous but not essential.

Hours of Work

• Monday to Friday: 07:30 – 16:00

• Saturdays: On rotation (approx. 13 per year)

• Additional hours may be available and paid at the standard overtime rate.

Why Work with Our Client?

• Work in a historic and prestigious Central London location.

• Be part of a welcoming, professional, and supportive team.

• Gain valuable experience maintaining premium sports and recreational grounds.

• Enjoy free on-site lunches and access to staff facilities.

Equal Opportunities & Safeguarding

Our client is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.
They are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including DBS checks and reference verification.

Are you an enthusiastic and reliable Community Ranger local to Heathrow  looking for permanent job (40 hours per week) & want a great working environment? We are looking for dynamic people to maintain to organise and motivate various sites, ensuring all grounds maintenance services are delivered to a high standard which meets customer expectations.

Job Description 

Heathrow Community Ranger 

This is a full-time position working a 40 hour week 

This is a community-based role mainly working in conjunction with local councils, schools, parishes and residents to enhance and improve the local environment. 

Duties to include but not limited to: 

• Watering of garden beds, planters, window boxes etc., as required 
• Weeding, pruning, cutting back of under-growth etc., to required standards 
• Assisting with the grass cutting either by mowing or strimming 
• Replacing plants and establishing new planting areas 
• Maintenance such as repainting and repairs to surrounding infrastructure i.e. fencing, signage, planter , boxes,litter bins
• Construction of community sheds, planters and fences
• concreting ie shed bases, fence posts and planters
•  Decorating and painting of indoor communal areas
• Landscape design
• Planning and preparing of community days and events
• Litter picking to include the emptying and cleaning of litter bins as required to compliment the services provided by the local authorities
• The Reporting of litter hotspots, specific companies (HGV's, delivery drivers) who are seen to be contributing to the dumping of litter, graffiti, fly posters, vandalism and public/ third party feedback to your Supervisor/ agreed contact
• Liaison with drivers of taxis and private hire vehicles found parked-up with idling engines whilst awaiting fees from Heathrow Airport. Advising them to move-on and directing them to AVA
• to operate all machinery and vehicles as required by the demands of the job, if trained/qualified to do
• Adhere to all Company Policies and Procedures of which you will be made aware.
• to ensure that all relevant paperwork is complete and processed to deadlines. To include, but not limited to timesheets, daily work sheets, machinery/ vehicle daily check sheets
• Carry out any additional works deemed necessary by the Company to fulfil contractual obligations
• Ensure the appropriate upkeep, as per Company Policies, of company premises, vehicles, machinery, tools and PPE.
• To undertake job-related training where required, to assist with the needs of the business as well as your own personal development.
• To have the responsibility of driving a company van for the transportation of colleagues and other work- associated duties 

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🌿 Nursery Person / Horticultural Specialist

Do you have a passion for plants and a drive to see them thrive?
We’re looking for a dedicated Nursery Person / Horticultural Specialist to join our busy production nursery and cash & carry. This is a hands-on role where you’ll be involved in every stage of plant care—from arrival and maintenance to display and despatch—ensuring our customers receive healthy, high-quality plants every time.

What you’ll be doing:

• Caring for plant stock: watering, feeding, pruning, and maintaining health and vitality.

• Preparing, picking, and packing plants for customer orders with accuracy and pride.

• Supporting all areas of nursery production, including setting down arrivals and maintaining displays.

• Monitoring crops for pests, diseases, and irrigation needs—acting promptly to keep plants in top condition.

• Following OH&S, plant health, and nursery protocols to maintain biosecurity and high standards.

• Working collaboratively with colleagues to keep nursery systems efficient, safe, and customer-focused.

What we’re looking for:

• Horticultural knowledge (or a strong enthusiasm to develop it).

• Enjoyment of practical, outdoor work in a fast-paced environment.

• A reliable team player with excellent attention to detail.

• Willingness to keep learning and building skills.

• A commitment to plant health, safety, and quality.

What we offer:

• A varied, rewarding role where no two days are the same.

• The chance to develop your horticultural career in a supportive team.

• Competitive salary: £25,000 – £30,200 depending on experience.

🌱 This is more than just a nursery role—it’s an opportunity to nurture your career while helping us deliver outstanding plants to customers.

🌱 Team Leader – Horticulture

Do you have the passion and leadership to help plants – and people – thrive?

We’re looking for a Team Leader to play a key role in the day-to-day running of our busy production nursery. This is a hands-on opportunity to combine your horticultural knowledge with the chance to inspire and guide a team—ensuring our crops are grown to the highest standards and our customers receive plants of outstanding quality.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading and motivating your team across a variety of nursery tasks – from feeding and maintenance through to picking, packing, and despatch.

• Monitoring crop health and acting quickly on issues such as pests, diseases, and irrigation needs.

• Working alongside managers to plan production areas and keep operations running smoothly.

• Promoting and enforcing safe working practices in line with OH&S standards and nursery protocols.

• Upholding plant health and biosecurity measures to protect stock, customers, and reputation.

• Supporting colleagues to develop their skills and fostering a culture of quality, care, and collaboration.

What we’re looking for:

• Proven supervisory or leadership experience (horticultural experience is highly desirable).

• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.

• A motivated, approachable leader who can nurture both plants and people.

• A commitment to quality, safety, plant health, and excellent customer service.

Why join us?

This is more than just a leadership role—it’s an opportunity to:

• Guide a dedicated team and make a real impact.

• Grow your own skills in horticulture and team management.

• Play a central part in the smooth running of a nursery that thrives on collaboration, high standards, plant health, and international trade.

Grounds Maintenance Operative – Kensington Gardens

Hourly Rate: £14.45 | Hours: 37.5 per week

Are you an enthusiastic and reliable grounds maintenance operative based in Hammersmith? Do you want to work in a supportive and dynamic environment? We are looking for motivated individuals to maintain, organise, and oversee various sites, ensuring all grounds maintenance services meet high standards and exceed customer expectations. This role requires initiative, attention to detail, and the ability to identify opportunities for improvement.

About Our Client:
Our client is one of the UK’s leading providers of integrated management and maintenance services for parks and green spaces and is one of the fastest-growing businesses in the industry. As part of their expansion, they are seeking a skilled grounds maintenance operative to join their team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Weeding, pruning, planting, and general horticultural duties

• Lawn mowing, strimming, and hedge cutting

• Organising resources to ensure effective service delivery

• Maintaining high health & safety standards and adhering to procedures

Requirements:

• Full UK manual driving license

• Proven experience in grounds maintenance and horticultural work

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Competence in using power tools and horticultural equipment

• Certificates in spraying (PA1, PA6), horticulture, and ride-on mower operation are advantageous but not essential

• Strong understanding of health & safety practices

• Ability to meet and exceed business objectives and customer expectations

What We Offer:

• A fun and supportive working environment

• A team that embraces a “work hard, play hard” culture

• Opportunities to develop your skills and contribute to business growth

To apply for the Grounds Maintenance Operative role, please upload your CV.

Grounds Maintenance Operative – Hammersmith
Hourly Rate: £14.45 | Hours: 37.5 per week

Are you an enthusiastic and reliable grounds maintenance operative based in Hammersmith? Do you want to work in a supportive and dynamic environment? We are looking for motivated individuals to maintain, organise, and oversee various sites, ensuring all grounds maintenance services meet high standards and exceed customer expectations. This role requires initiative, attention to detail, and the ability to identify opportunities for improvement.

About Our Client:
Our client is one of the UK’s leading providers of integrated management and maintenance services for parks and green spaces and is one of the fastest-growing businesses in the industry. As part of their expansion, they are seeking a skilled grounds maintenance operative to join their team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Weeding, pruning, planting, and general horticultural duties

• Lawn mowing, strimming, and hedge cutting

• Organising resources to ensure effective service delivery

• Maintaining high health & safety standards and adhering to procedures

Requirements:

• Full UK manual driving license

• Proven experience in grounds maintenance and horticultural work

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Competence in using power tools and horticultural equipment

• Certificates in spraying (PA1, PA6), horticulture, and ride-on mower operation are advantageous but not essential

• Strong understanding of health & safety practices

• Ability to meet and exceed business objectives and customer expectations

What We Offer:

• A fun and supportive working environment

• A team that embraces a “work hard, play hard” culture

• Opportunities to develop your skills and contribute to business growth

To apply for the Grounds Maintenance Operative role, please upload your CV.

Job Title: Handyperson – London Borough of Camden

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Handyperson to join our team in the London Borough of Camden. This role involves carrying out and managing a variety of repair and maintenance tasks across residential and commercial properties. From trade skills and general repair work to ongoing maintenance, you’ll play a key role in keeping facilities safe, functional, and well-presented.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out routine cleaning and maintenance of facilities

• Perform light repairs and general upkeep as needed

• Undertake basic landscaping and outdoor tasks

• Fill gaps, complete painting and decorating work

• Assist with lighting installations, carpeting, and minor fitting tasks

• Repair equipment, appliances, and small machines

• Accurately identify, document, and report required repair work

• Recommend additional maintenance where appropriate

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong general repair and maintenance skills

• Good organisational and time management abilities

• A proactive approach with attention to detail

• Ability to work independently and manage varied tasks

If you’re a skilled handyperson looking for a new opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.

How to Apply:
Please submit your CV for consideration.

Job Title: Gardener Team Leader (Mobile)
Location: Mobile – covering Kent & South London
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £29,000 – £30,172 per annum (dependent on experience)
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week, Monday–Friday

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated Gardener Team Leader to take responsibility for the care and development of our cemeteries and plots across Kent and South London. This mobile role is hands-on and varied, ensuring that our sites are maintained to the highest horticultural standards, with a strong focus on sustainability and biodiversity.

You’ll lead by example—carrying out day-to-day tasks such as planting, pruning, and seasonal care, as well as overseeing larger projects. Alongside this, you’ll supervise a team of gardeners, providing training, setting clear objectives, and inspiring them with your passion for horticulture. The role also includes managing contractors, ensuring that all work meets required standards.

What You’ll Need

• RHS Level 2 in Horticulture (or equivalent)

• Strong background in horticulture or grounds maintenance

• Experience leading or supervising a team

• Knowledge of health & safety practices

• Basic IT skills and confidence with digital tools

• Full UK manual driving licence (essential)

What We Offer

• 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 with length of service

• Public holidays + paid Christmas–New Year break

• Use of a work van, PPE, uniform, and high-quality tools

• Generous pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)

• Life Assurance & Employee Assistance Programme

• Cycle to Work & Electric Vehicle schemes