Job Description

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We require a groundsperson for an immediate start (if possible), who is enthusiastic and flexible, and willing to work as part of a team.

Duties to include maintaining our extensive grounds to a high standard, line-marking for various sports events and site security. Grounds maintenance qualifications would be an advantage.

The likely hours (total 30 hours per week) will be:

Tuesday to Friday - 8am to 4.30pm

This is a full time post i.e., 52 weeks per year not term time only. Holiday entitlement 19 days p.a. (from 1 April to 31 March), excluding statutory days.

Actual starting salary £15,544 gross p.a.

The application form can be found on our website - www.shsb.org.uk together with further details and person specification.

The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Information about the School

At Southend High School for Boys, talent is nurtured and learning is valued. Challenge is welcomed, participation is expected and achievement is prized. Pupils are happy, and prosper at the school.

We are an oversubscribed grammar school, complimented on our latest (2015) outstanding OFSTED inspection on all aspects, including our success in promoting good pupil attitudes and behaviour.

As a grammar school, high academic expectations are central to our purpose, and these are sustained through an extensive programme of support and guidance. Pupils develop their confidence and enthusiasm through a wide range of creative, sporting and other endeavours.

Southend High School for Boys stands on a superb site within walking distance of Prittlewell Station and the centre of Southend. Pupils retain fond memories of their years at the school, and stay in contact for many years.