One of the UK’s leading providers of housing, care and community services, Sanctuary Group employs around 13,000 people and manages more than 100,000 units of accommodation throughout England and Scotland, including general rented, retirement living, supported housing, student and key worker accommodation and care homes. Sanctuary also provides a range of other services including maintenance, care and telecare, all of which are delivered by our dedicated employees who are completely committed to customer service.
Grounds Maintenance Team Leader
Ely
£29,436 per year
40 hours per week – Monday to Friday – 7:00am to 3:30pm
We have an opportunity for a Grounds Maintenance Team Leader also referred to as Landscape Technician Charge Hand to join our Grounds Maintenance team based in Ely. The Grounds Maintenance team is responsible for completing ground maintenance tasks to our tenanted customers in the communal areas of our schemes and sites.
This role will sit within the wider Estates team and will include carrying out all grounds maintenance tasks along with ad hoc work requests as required. You will be responsible for completion of risk assessments, van checks, upkeep of equipment in line with safe working practice, litter picking, shrub pruning, grass and hedge cutting, weed spraying, removal of fly tipping and bin store clearances. You will also work closely with an Apprentice.
If you have experience in a gardening role, using gardening equipment and machinery then this could be the role for you. You will be in a team of two per van but occasionally lone working will be required.
The role of Grounds Maintenance Team Leader will include:
- Using equipment and materials in a safe manner as instructed and in accordance with risk assessment and the manufacturer’s guidance
- Carrying out all tasks such as spraying, in accordance with supplier guidelines ensuring relevant records are maintained to comply with health and safety and legal requirements
- Ensuring tools and equipment are kept in good condition and continue to be suitable for required tasks
- Responding positively to complaints and breakdowns in service delivery to meet customer expectations
Skills and experiences:
- Excellent communication skills and customer service skills
- Ability to use and update computerised systems (including PDA) for work scheduling
- A 'can do' attitude to work assignments
- Pesticide Application Certificate PA1 – PA6 (or equivalent) is essential
- Recent experience of working within a similar role where operating gardening machinery is essential
This role will involve driving on company business. In order to drive a company vehicle, drivers must hold a full valid UK driving licence
About us
We provide in-house repairs and maintenance for a wide range of properties, as part of a not-for-profit organisation. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture. Our customers are at the heart of all we do, and colleagues help make a real difference to people’s lives.
Our Benefits
- 25 days annual leave (rising to a maximum of 30 days) plus public holidays
- A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary
- Life Assurance
- Employee Advice Service including counselling
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Voluntary health plans
- Employee discounts
- Wellbeing support and tools
- Employee recognition scheme
- Staff Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues
£27,964 per annum (rising to £29,436 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
About Disability Confident
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Company: Sanctuary Group Salary: £23980.36-25242.67 per annum Hours: Full-time Location: Ely, CB6 3NW Job type: Permanent Posting date: 21 Sept 2026 Closing date: 5 Oct 2026
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Sanctuary Care is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional growth of its employees. With a strong commitment to quality care, our Investors in People Gold accreditation reflects our supportive work culture, where every team member is valued and encouraged to thrive. Enjoy competitive benefits, including generous annual leave, health and wellbeing support, and ongoing training opportunities, all while making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve across the West Midlands and South West England.
