Opus People Solutions are excited to recruit on behalf of Vertas for a dedicated Landscape Operative to join the Facilities Team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who takes pride in maintaining outdoor spaces and enjoys working as part of a team to deliver high standards across school environments.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00 - 16:00
Contract: Temporary (with potential to become permanent)
Key Responsibilities
- Maintaining school outdoor areas to a high standard
- Grass cutting and general grounds upkeep
- Operating equipment such as strimmers and other powered tools
- Marking out football pitches and running track lines
- Ensuring all areas are tidy, safe, and presentable at all times
Requirements
- Previous grounds maintenance/Landscape Operative or similar experience desirable
- Ability to safely operate landscaping equipment and power tools
- Strong work ethic and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
All offers will be subject to satisfactory compliance screening, including right to work in the UK and references. In addition, due to the nature of the role the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure will be undertaken.
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees to share this commitment.
Offers of employment are subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, which may include:
* Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
* Children's Barred List check (where applicable)
* Right to Work checks
* Satisfactory references
* Verification of qualifications and professional registrations (where applicable)
* Occupational Health and medical clearance (where applicable)
* Assessment of suitability to work with children
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. As this role is eligible for an Enhanced DBS check, applicants are required to declare any cautions and convictions that are not protected under current filtering rules.




