Grounds Person
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School:
Mowden Hall School -
Location:
Northumberland -
Salary:
Competitive, dependent upon skills and experience -
Hours:
36 -
Contractual Status:
Permanent -
Closing Date:
4th Sep 2026
Job overview
We have a fantastic opportunity for a highly motivated, suitably experienced person to assist with overseeing a 50 acre site in the beautiful Northumbrian Countryside. The post provides considerable scope for someone with imagination and drive to shape the future of the site, and to develop his or her own career.
We are looking for a proactive and reliable individual who enjoys working as part of a team. The role is within the Operations Team, you will be required to maintain the estate and various outdoor sport facilities to a high standard, providing a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for pupils, staff, and visitors. On top of your duties as the grounds person you will also be required to help with some mini bus driving, (training will be provided).
The role is full time, fixed term (Reviewed after 12 months). The hours of work are 36 hours per week, Monday to Saturday, 8.30am – 2.30pm
In return you will receive:
- A competitive salary, dependent on skills and experience
- 28 days’ holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
- Complimentary lunch and hot drinks during term time
- Company pension scheme with an individual contribution and a School contribution
- CPD benefits
- All appropriate uniform and workwear and PPE provided
- Employee Assistance Programme confidential advice
Apply
Applications should be submitted via the following link Application Form. We reserve the right to interview candidates as applications are received and therefore encourage early applications. Closing date for applications is 12 noon, Friday 4 September 2026, with interviews scheduled to take place shortly after.
For an informal chat about the role please email the Head of Operations, Mr Lee Gray – lgray@mowdenhall.org.uk.
No agencies please.
Supporting documents
Grounds Person - Recruitment PackMowden Hall School
Mowden Hall is a leading independent, co-educational boarding and day school for 230 children aged 2 to 13, nestled in the picturesque Northumberland countryside, just fifteen miles west of Newcastle. The Pre-Prep and Nursery are located on the same site and share excellent facilities with the Prep School, fostering a seamless learning environment. The Prep School embraces a strong boarding ethos, with a significant number of pupils choosing to board.
Set within 50 acres of stunning grounds with breathtaking views across the Tyne Valley, Mowden offers a rich and holistic educational experience. We believe that education extends beyond the classroom, as we encourage the development of skills, passions and interests. While academic excellence is a cornerstone of our ethos, equal importance is placed on sport and a vibrant extracurricular programme to nurture well-rounded individuals.
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