Central Bedfordshire College · 16 hours ago
Grounds Technician
Bedford, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
£25K/yr - £28K/yr
2+ years expCentral Bedfordshire College is seeking a Grounds Technician to join their Estates and Facilities department. The role involves proactive grounds maintenance, horticulture tasks, and collaboration with apprentices and contractors to ensure safe and welcoming outdoor areas across college sites.
Education Management
No H1B
Responsibilities
Carry out proactive grounds maintenance across all Bedford College Group sites, ensuring gardens, pathways, sports fields and exterior areas are safe, clean, tidy and welcoming
Undertake grass cutting, strimming, planting, pruning, hedge work, weed control, leaf clearance, winter gritting and small construction tasks, using a range of grounds‑care machinery confidently and safely
Work with the Senior Grounds Technician to enhance biodiversity, assist with planning grounds improvements and prepare planting designs for year‑round seasonal interest
Support or supervise apprentices, students and volunteers, and work alongside external contractors on larger landscaping/tree‑work projects while maintaining professional standards
Apply strong Health & Safety and COSHH knowledge, maintain and organise machinery servicing, and support wider College activities including cross‑campus meetings and open days, while upholding safeguarding, EDI and compliance duties
Qualification
Required
Holds a Level 2 (or equivalent) horticulture qualification, with training in operating horticultural machinery, tractors, grass‑cutting equipment, hedge cutters and strimmer's
At least two years of horticultural experience with strong plant knowledge and clear understanding of Health & Safety and COSHH procedures and regulations
Able to work independently to a consistently high standard, follow written procedures, meet deadlines and maintain strong attention to detail under pressure
Effective communicator, reliable and punctual, with the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and adapt flexibly to changing tasks
Flexible to work across all College sites with a full driving licence and a positive, adaptable approach to fulfilling the needs of the role
Benefits
27 days annual leave plus Bank holidays
People’s pension
Retail and Leisure Discounts
Excellent professional and personal development opportunities
Accessing college courses
Company
Central Bedfordshire College
Central Bedfordshire College is a general Further Education College based in Dunstable in Central Bedfordshire.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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