Abingdon School is seeking a dedicated Grounds Maintenance Operative to join the team. Location: Abingdon School, OX14 1DE Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Working Hours: 08.30 to 17.00, Monday-Friday (with a 30 minutes unpaid lunch) Salary: £27,501 per annum Closing Date: 9 January 2026 (midday) About Us: The Foundation comprises two schools: Abingdon School and Abingdon Prep School, as well as Abingdon School Enterprises. Abingdon School is a leading independent day and boarding school with more than 1,000 pupils aged 11-18. Currently a boys’ school, it will become co-educational from September 2026. Abingdon Prep School is a vibrant and warm day preparatory school with around 200 pupils aged 4-13 which has been co-educational since last year. Both Schools are situated in beautiful and extensive grounds, with the senior school in the heart of Abingdon on Thames, just south of Oxford, and the Prep School located a few miles away in nearby Frilford. Grounds Maintenance Operative - The Role: Abingdon School is seeking to appoint an exceptional Grounds Maintenance Operative to assist in maintaining and upkeeping the general gardens and grounds. Candidates will be self-motivated and able to work independently as well as working cooperatively alongside other staff as part of the wider Grounds team. Initiative, common sense and the ability and willingness to work outdoors in all weathers are required. The primary location is split between Tilsley Park and Abingdon School, but there will be a requirement to work at other sites within the Abingdon Foundation when needed. Grounds Maintenance Operative – Key Responsibilities: - Setting up sports pitches and amenity surfaces including the maintenance of 2G & 3G synthetic surfaces - The use of mechanical equipment e.g. mowers and tractors including basic maintenance - Line marking o
