Gardener; Live in

Position: Gardener (Live in)
With 1450 acres of land, we consider the outside areas of Eton College to be equally as important as the classrooms, particularly with all the Sports and Co-curricular activities available to the students. We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, versatile, flexible and experienced Gardener to join the large, supportive team to tend to all the grounds and outside areas of the College, with all the due care and consideration they deserve.

In this role you will be responsible for the cultivation and maintenance of areas around Eton College and in addition you will also be responsible for the caretaking of the property and estate at Boveney Court. Working under the guidance of the Gardens Supervisor and Deputy Grounds Manager/Grounds Manager/Property Manager you will help deliver seasonal garden plans, ensuring outdoor spaces reflects the high standards of Eton College along with supporting lettings and events.

Your time would be split spending four days a week working at Eton College and one day a week at Boveney Court. Due to the nature of the role additional works would be required outside of your normal working hours to support the running of Boveney Court. This is a live-in role, meaning you will live in accommodation within College, this will be in the form of two-bedroom accommodation.

Due to the needs of the school and the department, we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. This job may also close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply. Benefits Eton College offers a wide range of benefits, including an 11% employer contribution to your pension (with 4.9% employee contribution), Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced Maternity / Paternity scheme,a cycle to work scheme, subsidised lunches during term time, free or heavily discounted access to the Colleges sport and leisure facilities and discounts at local retailers and businesses.

Main Duties Gardening Reporting to Gardens Supervisor/Deputy Grounds Manager/Grounds Manager Day to day cultivation and maintenance of gardens and formal areas;
Maintenance is to include but not exhaustive of the following; pruning, weeding, planting, mowing, fertilising, spraying, hedge cutting and leaf collection Plantandtreeidentification;
Identifyandcontrolweeds,pestsanddiseases;
Preparegroundsfornewandexistingplantingschemes;
Driving work-relatedvehiclessuchasutilitybuggiesandtractors;
Operating, setting up and maintain automated mowers;
Maintainfrontofhouseareaswhichincludepavements,roadways, driveways bins,etc;
Insure areas are kept weed free;
Safeuseandoperationofequipmentandmachineryusedin Horticultural maintenance;
Adheretocurrent Healthand Safetylegislationandbestpracticeinaccordancewiththe Colleges  Health and Safety Policy Statement;
Takepersonalresponsibilityforsafety,includingthewellbeingofcolleaguesandvisitors;
Promptlyreporthazardsordefectiveequipmentandceaseworkifseriousriskisidentified;
Carryoutspecificprojectsasdirected;
Toundertakeanyotherdutiesasmayreasonablyberequiredofyouinthepost. Caretaking Reports to the Property Manager Checking the property and estate after a letting for damage, cleanliness, missing items etc;
Monitor heating and water systems and general utilities for faults when properties are un- occupied;
Dealing with urgent problems such as alarms, heating issues, lock outs etc;
Calling and meeting emergency tradespeople (plumbers and electricians);
Ensure patios and hard standing areas are kept weed free and treated with a biocide at least once a year;
Ensure driveway is kept weed free;
Ensure doors, gates and out buildings are secure;
Being a presence on site to deter trespassers;
Help with check-in and check-out if it falls after 4pm Monday to Friday and at weekends;
Being the emergency contact Monday to Friday after 4pm and at weekends;
Monitor Septic Tank level and reporting to the Property Manager when it requires attention;
Inspect the estate after storms and report any issues to the Property Manager;
Report all major maintenance issues to the Property Manager;
Report occupancy issues/ guest concerns to the Property Manager;
All employees of Eton College are also expected to:
Develop a good understanding of safeguarding procedures, given all positions at Eton are classed as regulated activity;
Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This includes but is not limited to completing safeguarding training as required, complying with all safeguarding procedures and ensuring any safeguarding updates issued by the College are read and understood. Understand and comply with procedures and legislation relating to confidentiality;
Display a commitment to and promotion of equality, diversity and inclusion. Working Pattern Youwillbeworking
37.5hoursperweek,8amto4pm,Mondayto Friday,witha
30-minute unpaid lunch break. Youwillbeworking
52weeksperyear.…