Head of Grounds and Gardens

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity for a full time Head of Grounds and Gardens to join our Operations Department here at Freemen’s School in Ashtead.

Freemen’s School is seeking a skilled and motivated Head of Grounds and Gardens to lead the management of or prestigious 57-acre estate. This is a unique opportunity for an exceptional professional to take ownership of a diverse estate that supports both academic life and high-performance sport.

As Head of Grounds and Gardens you will lead the strategic and day to day management of our extensive and impressive school grounds ensuring they are maintained to the highest standards. You’ll oversee a team, manage budgets and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations while fostering a culture of innovation and high performance.

At Freemen’s our mission is to learn, lead and make a difference. We foster a respectful, inclusive and ambitious community where pupils and staff are encouraged to grow intellectually, socially and creatively. as part of the wider City of London Corporation, we uphold traditions of excellence while embracing innovation and forward-thinking approaches.

Hours of work are 40 per week Monday to Friday, and 1 in 3 Saturday mornings working on a rota.

The City of London Corporation is currently undergoing a programme to ensure that our pay and reward practices are competitive and equitable across the whole organisation to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to thrive in the work that we do.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and as part of the selection process a Disclosure and Barring check will be required.

The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Closing date: 9am on Wednesday 8th October 2025

Interviews: 13th and 14th October 2025

To apply online, please visit our website: Work with us | City of London Freemens School

Candidates are asked to note that Freemen’s retains the right to interview and appoint at any time during the application process so early applications are encouraged.