Gardener and Grounds Maintenance Operative
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Position Overview & Specifications
About The Role
GARDENER AND GROUNDS MAINTENANCE OPERATIVE
- Due to continued organisational growth and development opportunities for our current staff, we are recruiting for a full-time Gardener and Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our Facilities Team at the beautiful Old Vicarage in Swinderby located near Lincoln.
About the job:
You will assist with the maintenance and development of the gardens and grounds of the Company’s residential care homes, schools and ancillary property stock
Our sites are schools and residential homes for children and young adults with severe learning difficulties, autistic spectrum disorder and challenging behaviours. The safety and maintenance of these properties and grounds is essential in providing a safe, supportive and homely environment allowing our pupils and residents to flourish in their surroundings.
What would I be doing?
Carry out a range of Grounds Maintenance tasks to ensure that the outdoor areas of the company’s properties are a well-kept, safe and aesthetically pleasing environment to be enjoyed by the pupils, residents, staff and visitors.
Undertake daily routine safety and maintenance checks ensuring that relevant vehicles, machinery and equipment used is well maintained, kept clean and does not expose operatives to the risk of accident or injury.
After appropriate training, use approved equipment and products, following manufacturers recommendations and in accordance with Health and Safety Guidelines and company Policies and Procedures.
Work outdoors in all weathers and seasons; with appropriate PPE provided.
With appropriate training, frequently undertake Manual Handling activities.
After appropriate training, Work at Height in compliance with all current legislation and company policies and procedures.
About You
What experience or qualifications would I need?
- Class B driving licence and experience of towing trailers
- Previous commercial grounds maintenance experience
- Able to work as a team
- Resilient to working outdoors in all weather conditions
- Able to travel to other locations when necessary
What would I get in return?
- Pension
- Life Assurance
- Genuine career development opportunities for those who want them.
- A beautiful home and grounds to work within.
- Full funded DBS checks
About Kisimul Group
About Kisimul Group:Kisimul Group provides exceptional services for people with autism, learning disabilities and complex needs, including behaviours of concern through its registered schools, college and care homes. We provide both education and care for children up to the age of 19, along with registered residential care and supported living services for adults aged 18 to 65
Kisimul is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Kisimul is committed to valuing diversity and promoting equality for all
All applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS Check. Kisimul Group Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.
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: Primary & Secondary Schools
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Gardener and Grounds Maintenance Operative roles across Kisimul Group'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 Primary & Secondary Schools.
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 £21,674 - £21,674 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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