Gardens and Grounds
Grounds and Sports Facilities Assistant
Full Time, 37.5 hours per week
University Single Salary Spine (USSS) Point 28 - 32- £27,241 to £30,180 (Depending on skills and experience)
We are seeking a Grounds and Sports Facilities Assistant to join our team in the Gardens and Grounds Department.
The Grounds and Sports Facilities Assistant will assist with the maintenance, management, presentation, and development of the grounds including the indoor and outdoor sports facilities at Girton College. You will have relevant experience of working (paid or unpaid) in gardens, grounds, or sports facilities management. Awareness of health and safety legislation is essential. A full driving licence is desirable.
Most College matches are played at the weekends. In term time it will often be necessary to work on Saturday mornings or afternoons, and for which weekday time off in lieu will be given.
For specific details of the roles and responsibilities, please see the Candidate Pack and Job Description.
We offer 34 days annual leave (includes Bank Holidays), workplace pension scheme, health cash plan, life assurance, employee assistance programme, free on-site parking, free use of gym and swimming pool, free lunch plus other benefits commensurate with working for a large Cambridge University College.
How to Apply
- To apply, please submit a CV and a covering letter detailing how your skills and experience match the person specification to recruitment@girton.cam.ac.uk
- If you require additional information or support, please e-mail recruitment@girton.cam.ac.uk
Further Information
- The Candidate Pack is available here.
- The Job Description (PDF) is available here.
- The closing date for applications is Monday 31st August at 9am and interviews will be taking place w/c 7th September.
- We are not accepting applications from agencies for this role.
- Please note the College has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
- The College is an Equal Opportunities employer encouraging diversity and inclusion.
- If you would like more information about the role, you may contact the People & Culture Department at recruitment@girton.cam.ac.uk
All employers are subject to a legal requirement under the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006 to check that anyone to whom they offer employment has the right to work in the UK.

