Gardening Assistant (Full time)Join the Grounds Team at Gordonstoun School!Are you a keen Gardener seeking a fulfilling role with great benefits? Look no further! We’re hiring a full time Gardening Assistant (up to 37.5 hours per week) to join our dynamic team.What We Offer:Good Hours: Monday - Friday with an occasional early start.Generous Holidays: Enjoy 35 days of holiday a year (pro rata), including two weeks off over Christmas.Job Share Opportunities: Flexible working options to fit your lifestyle.On-Shift Perks: Complimentary lunch, fruit, tea, coffee, and snacks.Family-Friendly Environment: Free access to drama and musical events, plus family social occasions.Employee Support: Fully supported Employee Assistance Programme and staff wellbeing initiatives, including free yoga and meditation sessions.Facilities Access: Opportunity to use school facilities.Transport Subsidy: Subsidised transport available from Hopeman, Burghead, Lossiemouth, and Elgin.Pension Benefits & Free Parking: Secure your future while enjoying convenient parking.Uniform Provided: Look smart and professional while you work.Community Involvement: Opportunities to join local services like Fire, Coastguards, and Conservation.Meaningful Work: Play an essential role in the health and wellbeing of our students, gaining job satisfaction and a sense of achievement.Requirements:Educated to O grade standard.Level 2 in Modern HorticultureImmediate start available (A PVG Check will be completed on the successful applicant).Shifts: Monday - Friday, with an occasional early start.If you're ready to make a difference and enjoy a supportive work environment, apply now to join the Grounds team!For further information or if you have any questions please email the recruitment team atrecruitmet@gordonstoun.org.uk or contact us on (01343) 837 837.Closing date: 25 October 2024We look forward to hearing from youAbout the SchoolGordonstoun is one of the UK’s top independent schools for boarding and day pupils aged 4 ½ to 18.Gordonstoun has been the world leader in character education for over 80 years and was the birthplace of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award.At Gordonstoun, we believe that a broader curriculum broadens not only minds but opportunities too.It is a belief that’s served both us and our students well for over 80 years and that has made Gordonstoun the world leader in character education. Our curriculum, which is unrivaled in breadth, helps every child to achieve their full potential.
**Skills Required**
• Educated to O grade standard
• Level 2 in Modern Horticulture
• A good all-round understanding of all aspects in
horticulture
• 2 years practical gardening experience
● Have a flexible approach to various demands
● Enthusiastic
● Hard working
● Willing to work in a team or on their own
● A willingness to learn
● Willingness to work outdoors in all weathers
● Suitable to work with children
● A full PVG check will be completed on the successful
candidate
● Experience of working with
children and young people
