Seasonal Park Keepers
Location: Folkestone & Hythe
Pay Rate: £12.36 per hour
Contract: Seasonal (April - October)
⏳ Shift Pattern: 4 days on, 4 days off (07:30 - 20:30 with breaks) | Part-time position available
Are you passionate about keeping public spaces clean, safe, and enjoyable? We are seeking a reliable and hardworking individual to join our client's team as a Seasonal Park Keeper in the Folkestone & Hythe district. The successful candidate will be responsible for the daily maintenance and upkeep of the park, ensuring that it is a safe and enjoyable environment for the public.
The ideal candidate must have a full driving licence and some experience in grounds maintenance tasks such as hedge trimming, mowing, and litter picking. You must be reliable, flexible. A standard DBS check will be carried out & previous employment references will be obtained.
Full availability during the busy season (April to September) is essential.
Key Responsibilities:
✅ Garden maintenance: weeding, pruning, hedge cutting, strimming, and planting
✅ Upkeep of sand play areas: raking, filling holes, and clearing paths using a backpack blower
✅ Assisting with setup and take-down of special events
✅ General maintenance of park infrastructure (e.g., playgrounds, benches, pathways)
✅ Monitoring safety hazards and reporting concerns
✅ Litter picking, waste management, and responsible disposal
✅ Maintaining public toilets in the Coastal Park & East Cliff
✅ Driving a park vehicle to transport materials and collect supplies
Requirements:
Valid driving licence
Standard DBS check or on the update service
Reliability & ability to work independently
Knowledge of garden maintenance & landscaping
Attention to detail & time management skills
Good communication skills & teamwork ability
Physical fitness for manual labour tasks
Commitment to health & safety standards
If you're ready to make a difference in your local parks, apply now!
We look forward to hearing from you! ✨