At a Glance
- Tasks: Help manage parks and green spaces, ensuring they are safe and attractive for the community.
- Company: Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council, dedicated to enhancing local outdoor environments.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working options, and a chance to make a difference.
- Other info: Permanent role with opportunities for personal growth and community engagement.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and contribute to vibrant community spaces while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Enthusiasm for outdoor environments and ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.
The predicted salary is between 26217 - 32508 £ per year.
£26,217 - £32,508 plus essential car user allowance up to £1239 per annum
Location: Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council, Opportunity for flexible/home working
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full Time
Hours: 37 hours per week.
DBS Check: No
Closing Date: 20/09/2026 at 23:55
Reference: SSLTS/26/343491
Are you passionate about parks, green spaces, and helping to maintain high-quality outdoor environments for local communities? We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Parks Officer to join our Outdoor Leisure team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied role, working across parks, open spaces, sports grounds, play areas, horticultural features, and cemetery services.
About the Role
Working alongside the Parks Officer, you will help oversee the day-to-day management and monitoring of parks and open spaces in the southern part of the borough. You will support the delivery of the Council's Grounds Maintenance Contract, assist with site inspections, contribute to improvement projects, and help ensure our outdoor facilities remain safe, attractive, and well managed. The role also includes supporting the operation of Tonbridge Cemetery, assisting with internments under guidance, responding to public enquiries, and working closely with a variety of partners, community groups, contractors, and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with monitoring the Grounds Maintenance Contract across the south of the borough.
- Support the day-to-day operation of parks, open spaces, sports grounds, play areas, and horticultural sites.
- Assist in the operation of Tonbridge Cemetery, including undertaking internments under supervision.
- Help inspect and manage the Council's tree stock in accordance with health and safety requirements and Tree Safety Strategy.
- Respond to enquiries from residents, Councillors, and other stakeholders.
- Support the delivery of capital projects and site development schemes.
- Liaise with sports organisations, community groups, contractors, and other partners.
- Attend site visits, meetings, and team briefings as required.
- Assist with collecting and collating information for budget and project planning purposes.
Assistant Parks Officer in Tonbridge employer: Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council
Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council is an excellent employer that values its employees and fosters a supportive work culture. With opportunities for flexible and home working, the role of Assistant Parks Officer offers a chance to make a meaningful impact on local communities while enjoying a healthy work-life balance. Employees benefit from professional growth opportunities and the satisfaction of contributing to the enhancement of beautiful outdoor spaces in a vibrant borough.
Contact Details:
Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council Recruitment Team
