Jobs and Careers

Full Time Fixed Term April 7th – September 25th 2026

Salary Scale 2(ii) Points 5-6 – £13.26 per hour

Do you enjoy working outdoors and take real pride in a job well done?

We’re looking for two enthusiastic, practical and hardworking people to join our team.

The position is ideal for individuals with experience in grounds maintenance, greenkeeping, or machinery operation.

As part of our friendly and dedicated team, you’ll help care for a wide range of community spaces including parks, play areas, cemeteries, allotments, the golf course, and other greenspaces.

Every day is different — your duties may include:

• Planting and maintaining beautiful flower displays
• Cutting and managing large grassed and open areas
• Assisting with grave preparation
• Hard landscaping tasks
• Helping set up and support public events

We’re looking for candidates who have experience using commercial grounds maintenance machinery, such as strimmers, mowers (ride‑on experience is ideal), blowers, and/or experience working with annual and perennial planting schemes.

A full driving licence is essential.

Hours & Pay:

• 41 hours per week
• Typical hours: Monday–Thursday, 7:30am–4:30pm, and Friday 7:30am–3:00pm (may vary depending on work location or tasks)
• £13.26 per hour

How to apply:

Please see the candidate pack below which includes the Job Description and Person Specification used for shortlisting candidates. You can apply using one of our application forms, or you can apply by sending your CV.

• To PRINT an application form and complete by hand, please ensure you use this version:

FINAL PRINTABLE Application Form 2025

• To complete an ONLINE form, please download application form below, save it to your device and when you open it, select enable editing – the grey boxes are to be completed and you can tab along to each box. Remember to save your changes.

• Send us your CV or completed application below, or email to info@great-aycliffe.gov.uk or deliver to Great Aycliffe Town Council, Council Offices, School Aycliffe Lane, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, DL5 6QF.

• If you require an accessible application form or have any issues, please contact the Council Offices on 01325 300700.