Groundsperson
| Posting date: | 10 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £27,300 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 March 2026 |
| Location: | EX2 4NS |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Exeter School |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | VNOPS12 |
Summary
We’re looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Groundskeeper to join our team. This is a varied role, working across the school’s outdoor spaces, sports facilities, and grounds maintenance, with opportunities to develop new skills. No two days are the same, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds who are who are enthusiastic and eager to contribute.
This role is part of our Operations and Professional Services team. It is an onsite position, working Monday through Friday for 37.5 hours per week, with overtime as required. We offer generous benefits, including free school lunch during term time, free on-site parking, and access to the indoor swimming pool and fitness suite. To learn more about working at Exeter School, please visit our webpage: careers with character.
The closing date for applications is 9am on 02 March 2026, with in person interviews taking place on 10 March 2026. Applications must include a completed Exeter School application form. For safeguarding purposes, a CV alone is not sufficient.
Exeter School is the leading co-educational day school in the Southwest, educating over 1,000 pupils aged 3–18. The role is available immediately, although there is some flexibility on the start date.
Exeter School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from any appropriately qualified person. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Employment is subject to the receipt of two satisfactory references provided specifically for this post and addressed to the school, and to satisfactory DBS clearance.
This post falls into the category of Regulated Activity. Exeter School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Note on Sponsorship: We regret to inform you that, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.
This role is part of our Operations and Professional Services team. It is an onsite position, working Monday through Friday for 37.5 hours per week, with overtime as required. We offer generous benefits, including free school lunch during term time, free on-site parking, and access to the indoor swimming pool and fitness suite. To learn more about working at Exeter School, please visit our webpage: careers with character.
The closing date for applications is 9am on 02 March 2026, with in person interviews taking place on 10 March 2026. Applications must include a completed Exeter School application form. For safeguarding purposes, a CV alone is not sufficient.
Exeter School is the leading co-educational day school in the Southwest, educating over 1,000 pupils aged 3–18. The role is available immediately, although there is some flexibility on the start date.
Exeter School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from any appropriately qualified person. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Employment is subject to the receipt of two satisfactory references provided specifically for this post and addressed to the school, and to satisfactory DBS clearance.
This post falls into the category of Regulated Activity. Exeter School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Note on Sponsorship: We regret to inform you that, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.