National Training Centre – Groundskeeper and Facilities Assistant

Does the prospect of working on and around a lake sound like your ideal office? Would you be proud to support the nation’s top rowers to deliver Olympic and Paralympic success?

The GB Rowing Team is looking for a Groundskeeper and Facilities Assistant to complete the practical tasks required to maintain the National Training Centre (Sherriff’s Boathouse, Redgrave Pinsent Rowing Lake, Caversham) as a World Class training facility for its Olympic, Paralympic and Pathway rowers.

This role will incorporate the upkeep of the building and grounds including the lake itself. Although the successful applicant may not currently possess all of the required skills they will be practical and hands-on individuals with a willingness to learn and strong pride in their work.

This role will suit someone who is willing to be flexible with their hours, arriving early to open the site, or starting later to facilitate closing the site (around 6pm) as required.

Read the full job description here.

Applicants should send a CV and covering letter to Liz Charter at [email protected] as soon as possible.

Applicants with the required skills will be contacted to arrange an interview.

Salary: Up to £22,000 depending on experience

Type: Full Time

Application Dates: From Tuesday 25th October 2022 to Monday 21st November 2022