Gardener
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Position Overview & Specifications
Job description
40 hours per week, 5 days per week (must be flexible, may contain overtime)
1-year fixed term in the first instance (possibility of permanent)
All year round
Required: As soon as possible
Villiers High School is looking to appoint a professional, self-motivated, and organised person to assist the Site Manager on all aspects of grounds maintenance. The successful candidate will focus on the maintenance of the school grounds (trees, shrubs, planting and composting etc.). The applicant may also have to cover other caretaker duties as and when needed.
About you
The successful candidate is expected to have effective communication and be able to make an immediate start. Good knowledge of gardening, with practical experience is essential.
We are offering an exciting opportunity for the right person with a positive can-do attitude.
The successful candidate will need to:
- Be resilient, flexible and demonstrate an ability to work in a busy environment.
- Be well organised.
- Be punctual and have honest communication skills.
In return you will receive:
- The support of committed, dedicated and friendly colleagues.
- A school which is reflective and striving for continual improvement.
How to apply
Application forms and job descriptions can be downloaded from the school website https://www.villiers.ealing.sch.uk/our-staff/our-vacancies You can also contact the school to request further information by emailing HR@villiers.ealing.sch.uk or telephone Mr Nirmal Dhanjal on (020) 8813 8001 ext. 1387.
The school is committed to safer recruitment, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and
young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant
will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information can be found at: https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/dbs-checking-service-guidance–2.
Please note we do not accept CVs and these will not be shortlisted.
Closing date: Application forms to be submitted to the school by 5pm on Wednesday 7 June 2023
Interview date: to be confirmed
Boyd Avenue UB1 3BT
Tel No : 02088138001
Email : HR@villiers.ealing.sch.uk
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: National Services & Agencies
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Gardener roles across Ealing Council's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to National Services & Agencies.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £34,834 - £36,452 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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