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Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About the roleAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a person to join our team at North Northamptonshire Council . If you love working outdoors and are willing to learn a range of skills, this could be an excellent opportunity for you, apply now and become a valued member of the Grounds Services Team.The successful applicants MUST HAVE A FULL UK Driving Licence and be able to drive a company van to and from different locations within NNC. Applicants must also have experience in ground works and manual digging. Covering the parks, gardens, open spaces, highways and cemeteries throughout NNC the successful applicant will provide grass cutting, strimming, litter picking, hedge cutting, grave digging, weed spraying and other duties within the scope of the role.The role is primarily based out of the Corby depot however the role may be deployed across the area of operations in Kettering, Wellingborough or Thrapston and the successful applicant may need to work out of any of these areas as a primary base. If you wish to have an informal discussion, please call Simon Taylor on 07845 055540What will you be doing?Duties will includeDigging with hand toolsStrimming/Grass Cutting/Shovelling soilManual Labour / Ground worksLitter pickingWeed sprayingDrivingUsing hand tools Watering and maintaining newly planted treesAbout youWe operate in all weathers (rain or shine!) so you must be happy to work outdoorsThis role can be physically demanding and will include lifting and carrying heavy equipmentGood communication skills as you will be liaising with our customers as well as internal members of staff and members of the publicYou should have an interest in grounds maintenance or a willingness to learn new things (experience is desirable but if you don’t we can provide you with training required)You should willing to try your hand at other jobs within the service, as some flexibility would be desirable





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The Role
Lancaster City Council are looking to appoint energetic and motivated individuals to join the Grounds Maintenance team within the Environment &amp; Place Service, to contribute to making our district as well maintained as possible. The individual will need to be hard working, take pride within their work and have a passion for making improvements.
The role involves working as part of a wider team to provide high quality environmental maintenance services including amenity grass cutting, litter management, graffiti removal, leaf clearance, hard landscaping, dyke management, street furniture, playground installation, weed growth, and cultivating of the districts bedding areas.
You will be required to have a good knowledge and also experience in amenity horticulture and have a good technical knowledge of grounds maintenance techniques and practice as duties will include mowing, strimming, hedge cutting, weeding and litter picking within the Authority’s parks, open spaces and streets. It is essential to hold a level 2, or equivalent knowledge and experience in horticulture.
The work is physically demanding, involving bending, kneeling, lifting and carrying and it is essential that you are able to lift weights of up to 20kg.
You will be able to demonstrate flexibility and commitment to delivering high quality customer service.
A full current UK driving licence is required, and it will be essential for the post holder to tow a trailer. As a result you will be required to sign up to the authorised external DVLA driving licence validation organisation that we use to manage and monitor our employees driving licence data.
This post is permanent.
The hours for this post are 37 hours per week. Your normal working week will be on a shift rota basis, working 5 days out of 7, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays, in line with business needs.
This post is based at White Lund Depot.
About You
You will identify with our organisational values of Pride, Ownership, Working Together and Ambition.
Our Benefits
Lancaster is a great place to work, as well as being part of something special you will also benefit from:
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<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>A range of employee benefits including discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme, the opportunity to purchase extra time off, as well as discounts on days out, activities and retail.</li>
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Lancaster City Council has unanimously declared a climate emergency and will therefore work towards reducing carbon emissions to net-zero by 2030. As part of this role, you will be expected to participate and work towards reducing both carbon emissions and the impacts of climate change.
We are an Investor in People, Forces Friendly employer, and an Armed Forces Covenant committed organisation. We welcome applications from defence reserves and other members of our armed forces community. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all parts of our community.
At Lancaster City Council we aim to have a diverse workforce that is representative of the district that we serve and provide a working environment where each employee feels able to bring their whole self to work. We welcome applications from all sections of our community and provide several supportive and inclusive workplace networks and safe spaces for employees to feel connected. Our workplace wellbeing strategy drives our commitment to staff wellbeing initiatives and ensuring that our organisation is a great place to work for all.
We are a disability confident committed employer.
Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive we are unable to update all applicants individually. If you do not receive a response from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, then your application will have unfortunately been unsuccessful in progressing to interview.
Interview Date: TBC

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Sherbourne Fields is an ‘Outstanding’ all aged Special School catering for pupils with a broad spectrum of special educational needs. We have over 260 pupils and 170 employees who enjoy and benefit from our site, so we are looking to recruit a Groundsperson to help maintain and continue to improve our extensive school grounds for us all to enjoy.&nbsp;What is the job role? We are seeking someone who can appreciate and value our grounds; ensuring our outdoor spaces are vibrant, well maintained and engaging whilst under the direction of the School Business Manager and Premises Manager. Who are we looking for? As the school Groundsperson, you will be responsible for maintaining and caring for our well established and much loved outdoor spaces which include, gardens and other landscaped areas such as vegetable plots, a small orchard, a polytunnel and a greenhouse. In addition, you will manage our animal habitats: Apiary, an Avery, chicken coup, and rabbit enclosure. In return we will equip you with the necessary tools and continuous support to help you flourish and feel a valued part of the Sherbourne community.If you can demonstrate the qualities listed below, we’d be delighted to hear from you!&nbsp; •&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;An understanding of the Health and Safety at Work Act•&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Good sound knowledge of a range of gardening equipment•&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Ability to plant and maintain various types of plants/trees/shrubs•&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Self-motivated and takes pride in his/her work•&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Attention to detail•&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Reliable and trustworthy•&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Has a common sense approach along with a ‘can do’ attitude&nbsp;•&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Is practical and approachable•&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Enjoys working outdoors in all weathers•&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Can prioritise workload to ensure grounds are maintained to a high standard•&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Has outstanding organisational skills&nbsp;•&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Can work part of a team and or individually•&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Physically fit•&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Able to perform general maintenance garden maintenance tasks If you would like to discuss the role in more detail please call the school office for further information. Closing date: Friday 10th October 2025Interview date: TBC Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

Assistant SSO/Grounds Person - Sherbourne Fields primary

Are you passionate about preserving and protecting our natural environment?We are looking for someone who has experience of tree works and basic chainsaw /groundwork and who thrives outdoors.You will be responsible for cultivating and managing trees, hedgerows, and shrubs across our borough$ûwhether in urban neighbourhoods or serene countryside spots. Your day-to-day work will include planting, pruning, felling, and preserving trees. From operating heavy machinery to assisting with inspections, you will be essential to delivering a safe, effective, and environmentally conscious tree service, along with:Carrying out all aspects of tree work, including felling, planting, pruning, and preservationOperating chainsaws, chippers, and other specialist equipmentContributing to the ongoing care, maintenance, and assessment of the borough&amp;©s tree stockSupporting our arboricultural service plan you will play an active role in helping to identifying emerging risks or damage caused by trees and provide advice on tree-related issues to protect public safety and property.To be competent in this role it is essential that you have Chainsaw Certificates: CS30/31, CS38 &amp; CS39 and demonstratable hands-on experience with tree work and ground maintenance equipment.You will be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team committed to sustainable land management and public safety. We provide training opportunities, robust health and safety support, and the chance to make a visible impact in your local community.For an informal discussion about the role please contact Jamie Hendy, Arboricultural Manager, on 01233 330293Click to view a <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/1mrp5pa0/7101a-arborist-june-2025.doc" target="_blank">Job Description </a>To Apply: Internal applicants $ú please apply by logging into self service and click on `current vacancies`Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working. Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the South East will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community<ul></ul>

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