About the School - St Margaret's Prep
At St. Margaret's our children are happy, curious and kind. They thrive in our beautiful, countryside school, where we prioritise a holistic education, fostering character development alongside academic excellence. Our school runs from ages 2 through to 11 years old, we will support every child through every stage of their education.
Whilst academic achievement is high, so is our focus on wellbeing, as we know that happy children are high achieving children. We nurture our pupils and develop the characteristics and qualities we know they will need to build bright futures. We ensure they are fully prepared for the next steps in life, both in the classroom and beyond.
The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Groundskeeper to join our fantastic team.
About Cognita
Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 20 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 95,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.
About the role
St Margaret's Preparatory School is looking for a part-time Site Groundskeeper (0.5FTE) to join our dedicated team and help maintain our beautiful 7-acre grounds in Gosfield, North Essex. In this role, you’ll be responsible for grass cutting, lawn care, flower bed maintenance, and ensuring all areas are safe and tidy. You will also assist with setting up events, inspecting outdoor equipment, and supporting the school community through additional tasks like managing car park duties for special events. This is a fantastic opportunity to apply and develop your groundskeeping skills in a supportive environment.
This is a part-time role, 0.5FTE, needed across 3 days per week.
Who we are looking for:
We are seeking a skilled individual with previous experience in groundskeeping, gardening, or a similar role. A practical knowledge of horticulture, including plant and tree care is essential. You should be experienced in using grounds machinery such as ride-on mowers, leaf blowers, and hedge trimmers. A driving license is required, and you should be able to work well both independently and as part of a team. The ideal candidate will be proactive, safety-conscious, and passionate about maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces.
If you're looking to contribute to a well-maintained school environment and enjoy outdoor work, we'd love to hear from you.
Benefits at Cognita:
How to Apply
Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: Friday 19th September 2025
Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.
Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant.
At St. Margaret's our children are happy, curious and kind. They thrive in our beautiful, countryside school, where we prioritise a holistic education, fostering character development alongside academic excellence. Our school runs from ages 2 through to 11 years old, we will support every child through every stage of their education.
Whilst academic achievement is high, so is our focus on wellbeing, as we know that happy children are high achieving children. We nurture our pupils and develop the characteristics and qualities we know they will need to build bright futures. We ensure they are fully prepared for the next steps in life, both in the classroom and beyond.
The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Groundskeeper to join our fantastic team.
About Cognita
Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 20 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 95,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.
About the role
St Margaret's Preparatory School is looking for a part-time Site Groundskeeper (0.5FTE) to join our dedicated team and help maintain our beautiful 7-acre grounds in Gosfield, North Essex. In this role, you’ll be responsible for grass cutting, lawn care, flower bed maintenance, and ensuring all areas are safe and tidy. You will also assist with setting up events, inspecting outdoor equipment, and supporting the school community through additional tasks like managing car park duties for special events. This is a fantastic opportunity to apply and develop your groundskeeping skills in a supportive environment.
This is a part-time role, 0.5FTE, needed across 3 days per week.
Who we are looking for:
We are seeking a skilled individual with previous experience in groundskeeping, gardening, or a similar role. A practical knowledge of horticulture, including plant and tree care is essential. You should be experienced in using grounds machinery such as ride-on mowers, leaf blowers, and hedge trimmers. A driving license is required, and you should be able to work well both independently and as part of a team. The ideal candidate will be proactive, safety-conscious, and passionate about maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces.
If you're looking to contribute to a well-maintained school environment and enjoy outdoor work, we'd love to hear from you.
Benefits at Cognita:
- Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
- Pension scheme
- Free lunch provided during Term Time
- Free parking on site (subject to availability)
- School fee discount
- Exclusive third-party discounts
- Professional Development
How to Apply
Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: Friday 19th September 2025
Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.
Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant.
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