About the Role
You will also operate a range of garden machinery, carry out routine equipment checks and basic maintenance, assist with path and driveway maintenance, snow and ice clearance, and general groundskeeping duties. Appropriate training will be provided for machinery and pesticide use. You will be expected to maintain accurate records where required and always work in line with the University’s Health and Safety policies.
The role is physically demanding of all team members, tasks include lifting heavy objects and being outside all day in all weathers and work at height.
About You
- RHS Level 1, BTEC First Diploma, or similar.
- Experience in amenity horticulture or grounds maintenance work.
- A full UK manual driving licence is required.
- Previous experience in a historic garden.
- Some plant identification skills.
- Experience of horticultural machinery
Additional Information
Additional information
- The postholder will be required to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- This is a hands on role and heavy lifting will be required frequently. You must be physically fit to undertake the role.
- Work at height from ladders and mobile elevated work platforms.
- The postholder will be required to use machines, eg hedge cutters, strimmer's, lawn mowers, tractors and a road sweeper.
- The postholder will be required to drive estate vehicles on and off campus and must hold a current full UK manual driving license.
Please note that as of April 2024, there has been a change in the UK’s sponsorship threshold. Regrettably as the salary for this role falls beneath this, you will not be eligible for sponsorship therefore your application will automatically be rejected.
We offer a wide range of great benefits at BSU, including
- Generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme/Teacher's Pension Scheme). This is a defined benefit pension scheme which pays members a secure income for life, post-retirement
- Enhanced paid leave - 41 - 46 days depending on the role (Full Time) - more details here: https://apphub.bathspa.ac.uk/StaffBenefits
- Family friendly policies including hybrid working, flexible work environment, on-site nursery, and a sector-leading enhanced maternity scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme which offers access to on-demand GP appointments, wellbeing support and advice, and access to counselling
- Transport schemes including Electric Vehicle Scheme and Cycle to Work
- Wide range of discounts and financial benefits, accessed through and easy-to-use app
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Gardener in Bath employer: Bath Spa University
Bath Spa University is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth. With generous benefits such as a defined benefit pension scheme, enhanced paid leave, and family-friendly policies including hybrid working, employees are empowered to thrive both personally and professionally in a vibrant academic environment. The Payroll, Pensions & Systems Coordinator role not only provides the opportunity to make a significant impact on payroll and pension services but also fosters collaboration with dedicated teams across the university, ensuring a rewarding and meaningful career path.
