Head of Gardens

Alleyn's School based in Dulwich, South London, seeks to appoint a Head of Gardens to join the enthusiastic and professional support team.f

The Head of Gardens will lead a small, dedicated team responsible for maintaining, developing, and enhancing the School’s exceptional gardens and wildlife spaces.

Alleyn’s is embarking on an exciting period of redevelopment over the next few years, featuring several major gardening and biodiversity projects that will benefit both the School community and the local community.

The position is available on a full-time basis, all year round. Working hours will normally be Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm in the Summer and 8:00 am to 4:00 pm in the Winter.

The salary will range from £42,000 to £48,000 per annum depending on experience and qualifications and will be paid over twelve-monthly instalments

For this role, the School are looking for someone who is approachable, empathetic, and confident communicating with a wide range of people, including pupils, parents, and colleagues. 

This position offers excellent opportunities for professional growth, with access to training and career progression. In addition, all staff have access to excellent facilities and resources, along with a range of fantastic benefits, which can be found in our Working at Alleyn’s brochure and on our website.

Please click here to apply.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss an application, you are very welcome to contact the HR Department (jobs@alleyns.org.uk, 0208 299 8055).

Please note that suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date, and we reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. Alleyn’s is an Equal Opportunities employer.

Alleyn’s welcomes applications from all applicants who meet the requirements for the position. However, we are especially keen to receive applications from those in minority groups for which the School is currently underrepresented. We celebrate diversity and thrive on the benefits it brings.