Grounds Maintenance Operative

Grounds Maintenance Operative

College of West Anglia (CWA)

Location: Kings Lynn (regular work at other campuses)

Hours: 37 per week (Monday to Friday)

Salary: £24,863 - £25,072 per annum

We are seeking an experienced groundskeeper to assist in maintaining our campuses in excellent condition. This physically demanding role involves all aspects of gardening and groundwork, from soil cultivation to minor landscaping work.

• Maintain grounds, gardens and landscaped areas across multiple campuses.
• Execute soil cultivation, fertilisation, weed control and general horticultural tasks.
• Perform minor landscaping and maintenance work as required.
• Travel to Wisbech or Cambridge campuses when needed; travel expenses payable.
• Operate fleet vehicles safely and drive the required routes throughout the campus network.

• At least level 2 qualification in horticulture, landscaping or equivalent experience.
• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Full UK driving licence and ability to drive fleet vehicles.
• Good physical fitness and ability to perform manual tasks.

• 30 days annual leave per year for support staff plus five College closure days and Bank Holidays (pro-rated for part-time).
• Fee waivers on selected College courses.
• Contributory pension scheme via the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Discounts with local businesses and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Well-being committee, Employee Assistance Programme and comprehensive training and development.
• Job share opportunities available for the right candidates.

Closing date for receipt of all applications:
Midnight, Wednesday 14 January 2026. Interviews are provisionally scheduled for the week commencing 26 January 2026. All interviews are conducted face to face; online interviews are not offered.

CWA is a Disability Confident employer and offers a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled candidates. All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references, enhanced DBS checks and an online search.

To apply online or view all current vacancies please visit . For further information specific to the role or to arrange a visit contact Adam Thompsett.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient suitably qualified applications be received prior to the closing date.