Apprentice Groundsperson
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Company: MAGDALEN COLLEGE SCHOOL OXFORD LIMITED
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Location: OXFORD, OX4 1DZ
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £16,640.00 per year
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Sector: Agriculture, environmental and animal care
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Ref: NAS-2000038900
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Application Deadline Date: 08/07/2026
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Start Date: 01/08/2026
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Positions Available: 2
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Working Week: Monday - Friday, 08:15 - 17:00, with 1 hour unpaid lunch.
Brief Description
The school is seeking to appoint a Grounds Apprentice to assist with the day-to-day set up and maintenance of the School’s sports pitches and surrounding grounds. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone with a keen interest in Sportsturf. You will join a friendly and professional team to learn more about Groundsmanship.
Training to be Provided
- Apprentices will achieve the Level 2 Sports Turf Operative Apprenticeship qualification and will then be eligible to join the IOG Register of Turf Management Professionals
- Delivery is work-based using blended learning technologies on the employer’s premises
- There is an expectation that 20% of the working week will be off the job training, which is a legal requirement
Future Prospects
- Successful candidates will be eligible to join the IOG Register of Turf Management Professionals
Vacancy Detail
- Wicket preparation
- Grass cutting
- Line marking
- Scarifying and feeding
- Outfield mowing
- Ground repairs
- Machinery maintenance
- Tree work
- Astro turf upkeep
- Hard landscaping (e.g. paths, fences and hedges upkeep)
Other Information
- You will be expected to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- You will also need to complete a separate application form, this will be emailed over to you after submitting this application