Grounds Maintenance Worker
| Posting date: | 02 January 2025 |
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| Salary: | £13 to £14 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 February 2025 |
| Location: | GU3 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Care First Recruitment Solutions LLP |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Guildford/GR/01-18310 |
Summary
Grounds Maintenance Worker
Guildford, UK
Full Time : 40 hours per week Monday - Friday
£13.00 - £14.00 per hour (DoE)
Must have a Driving Licence
About Us:
We are a welcoming and caring 35-bed care home in Guildford, dedicated to providing a warm and supportive environment for our residents. Our home boasts beautiful outdoor spaces, and we are seeking a dedicated Grounds Maintenance Worker to help maintain and enhance these areas for the enjoyment of our residents, visitors, and staff.
Role Overview:
As our Grounds Maintenance Worker, you will be responsible for maintaining the gardens, lawns, pathways, and outdoor areas of the care home. Your work will play a vital role in creating a peaceful and attractive environment that promotes well-being for our residents.
Key Responsibilities:
• Maintain lawns, flowerbeds, shrubs, and trees to a high standard.
• Perform regular mowing, pruning, weeding, and planting.
• Ensure pathways and outdoor seating areas are clean, safe, and inviting.
• Carry out seasonal tasks such as leaf clearance, snow removal, and gritting.
• Perform basic maintenance of gardening equipment and tools.
• Collaborate with the care home team to create opportunities for residents to engage with the gardens.
• Monitor the outdoor environment for any potential hazards and report as needed.
About You:
• Previous experience in gardening, landscaping, or grounds maintenance.
• Knowledge of horticulture, including plant care and pest control.
• Ability to operate gardening tools and machinery safely.
• Physically fit and capable of working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage your time effectively.
• A friendly and approachable attitude, with a passion for creating beautiful outdoor spaces.
What We Offer:
• £13.00 - £14.00 per hour (DoE)
• A supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunities for training and development.
• A chance to make a real difference in the lives of our residents.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about gardening and creating welcoming outdoor spaces, we would love to hear from you!
Join our team and help us make our care home a place of beauty and tranquility for all.
If this is of interest, then please call John on 01202 052004 or 07825 956140.
Ref : Guildford/GR/01
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