Fettes College - Head of Grounds @ Fettes College

Summary

We are currently seeking to fill the position of Head of Grounds @ Fettes College.

Detail

Benefits

This is a permanent full-time role, working 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday and occasional weekend and early morning working as required, including the attending of specific events, etc. The work is primarily outdoor, working in all weather conditions, with the flexibility required to meet seasonal and term-time demands.  

Annual Salary:        £37,000-42,000 depending on experience 

Staff Benefits:         In addition to being part of a great team you will be entitled to a range of benefits that include:

• 30 days holidays and 8 days public holidays, generally taken outside term time.
• Parking within the campus grounds. The campus is easily accessed by car and bus; there is a bus stop located outside the campus serving several routes across the city and to rail stations.
• Membership of Westwoods gym and health club which offers a range of excellent fitness and leisure facilities including a 25m swimming pool.
• Free lunchtime meals during term time, and at other times when catering is provided, and you are on duty.
• Life insurance scheme 3x base salary.
• Excellent Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• You will be opted into the Fettes College Pension Plan after 3 months service. This scheme is a money purchase one, operating as a salary exchange plan. The College will contribute to the scheme a minimum of 8% and you will contribute a minimum of 2% employee. Fettes operate a contribution matching scheme up to 12% of base salary.
• Access to discounted healthcare, additional life insurance, shopping discounts, etc through our benefits portal.

An opportunity has arisen for a proactive and motivated individual with outstanding knowledge of managing extensive grounds.  Reporting to the Estates Maintenance Manager, this role is an integral part of the Estates Team, combining hands on operational oversight with strategic planning to enhance the long term quality, sustainability and usability of the campus

Please see the full Job Description for duties and responsibilities for this role

Qualifications and Skills

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in grounds management, landscaping or estate management.
• Strong knowledge of sports pitch preparation, seasonal renovation programmes and marking of both natural and all-weather surfaces.
• Experience of managing woodland or conservation areas is highly desirable, along with an awareness of protocols required for tree felling and replacement management.
• Leadership experience with the ability to motivate and manage a team.
• Good understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Competence in operating grounds maintenance machinery.

Qualifications (Desirable)

• NVQ / SVQ in Horticulture, Sports Turf, or Land Management
• PA1/PA6 spraying certificates
• Chainsaw certification (e.g. NPTC)
• First Aid at Work
• Driving license - essential

 Personal Qualities

• Strong organisational and planning skills.
• Attention to detail and high presentation standards.
• Proactive and hands-on approach.
• Ability to work flexibly, particularly during term time and seasonal peaks.
• Commitment to environmental sustainability.

Documents

• Head of Grounds April 2026 PDF Document