Job summary
Are you looking for a practical and rewarding role
supporting essential NHS services?
Synchronicity Care Limited (SCL) is a wholly owned
subsidiary of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust, providing
Estates and Facilities services across Trust sites.
An opportunity has arisen for a reliable and
motivated Estates Grounds Worker to join the team at Darlington Memorial
Hospital. This role is key to maintaining safe, clean and welcoming external
environments for patients, staff and visitors. You will work as part of a
supportive Estates team, delivering high-quality grounds maintenance services
and supporting wider Estates operations across the site.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will carry out a range of grounds
maintenance duties to ensure hospital grounds are safe, tidy and well presented
throughout the year. This includes maintaining lawns, borders, hedges and
horticultural areas, keeping pathways clear, and responding to seasonal
requirements such as leaf clearance, snow clearing and gritting.
You will operate grounds maintenance equipment
and vehicles safely, work independently with minimal supervision, and support
other Estates trades when required. The role requires flexibility, a strong
awareness of health and safety, and a customer-focused approach when working in
a busy healthcare environment.
About us
SCL is a wholly owned subsidiary of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) set up to deliver a range of non-clinical services The company is a separate legal body to CDDFT.
SCL offers its own Terms and Conditions of employment which differ to the national NHS Terms and Conditions. As an employee in the company you will benefit from:
- A Competitive salary
- Access to a pension scheme - National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) CDD Services will pay a 3% contribution (this is over and above the minimum contribution rate at the present time)
- Night Shift Working Allowances (where appropriate)
- Bank Holiday Working Allowances (where appropriate)
Bank work is offered on an 'as and when' basis with no guaranteed hours and will be paid on a pro-rata hourly rate for hours worked only
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Estates Grounds Worker will provide a high-quality
grounds maintenance service across Darlington Memorial Hospital, ensuring that
all external areas are maintained to a safe, clean and professional standard.
Duties include mowing lawns, maintaining borders and hedges, pruning, minor
tree work, litter picking and sweeping roads and pathways.
The role also involves seasonal activities such as leaf
clearance, snow clearing and gritting of roads and footpaths to maintain safe
access to hospital buildings. The post holder will operate agricultural
vehicles, plant, tools and equipment in line with health and safety guidance
and organisational policies.
You will work closely with Estates colleagues
and may be required to support other trades and teams as service needs dictate.
The role requires effective communication with staff, contractors and members
of the public, a flexible approach to duties, and the ability to work with
minimal supervision. Participation in the winter oncall rota and occasional overtime are required
to support essential services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Estates Grounds Worker will provide a high-quality
grounds maintenance service across Darlington Memorial Hospital, ensuring that
all external areas are maintained to a safe, clean and professional standard.
Duties include mowing lawns, maintaining borders and hedges, pruning, minor
tree work, litter picking and sweeping roads and pathways.
The role also involves seasonal activities such as leaf
clearance, snow clearing and gritting of roads and footpaths to maintain safe
access to hospital buildings. The post holder will operate agricultural
vehicles, plant, tools and equipment in line with health and safety guidance
and organisational policies.
You will work closely with Estates colleagues
and may be required to support other trades and teams as service needs dictate.
The role requires effective communication with staff, contractors and members
of the public, a flexible approach to duties, and the ability to work with
minimal supervision. Participation in the winter oncall rota and occasional overtime are required
to support essential services.
Person Specification
Statutory Registration
Essential
Special Requirements
Essential
- Eligible to live and work in the UK
- Willingness to participate in winter oncall rota (November to March)
- Flexibility to work overtime and respond to emergency situations such as snow and ice clearance
- Ability to carry out physically demanding work outdoors
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in a grounds maintenance or similar outdoor environment
- Experience using relevant tools, plant and equipment
Desirable
- Experience of driving agricultural or grounds maintenance vehicles
Special Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Good communication skills when dealing with staff and the public
- Understanding of manual handling procedures
- Ability to work safely outdoors in all weather conditions
Desirable
- Knowledge of horticulture, landscaping or pesticide use
Qualifications
Essential
- Good general level of education
- Awareness of health and safety at work
Desirable
- Training in the use of grounds maintenance equipment or machinery
Person Specification
Statutory Registration
Essential
Special Requirements
Essential
- Eligible to live and work in the UK
- Willingness to participate in winter oncall rota (November to March)
- Flexibility to work overtime and respond to emergency situations such as snow and ice clearance
- Ability to carry out physically demanding work outdoors
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in a grounds maintenance or similar outdoor environment
- Experience using relevant tools, plant and equipment
Desirable
- Experience of driving agricultural or grounds maintenance vehicles
Special Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Good communication skills when dealing with staff and the public
- Understanding of manual handling procedures
- Ability to work safely outdoors in all weather conditions
Desirable
- Knowledge of horticulture, landscaping or pesticide use
Qualifications
Essential
- Good general level of education
- Awareness of health and safety at work
Desirable
- Training in the use of grounds maintenance equipment or machinery
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
