🟨 Apprentice Grounds Person (Cheltenham)

Job title: Apprentice Grounds Person

Based at: Cheltenham Racecourse

Contract type: 2 Years Fixed Term

Hours: 40 hours per week, any 5 days from 7

🟡 About the role

Kickstart your dream career in sport as an Apprentice Grounds Person at Cheltenham Racecourse – get hands-on, learn from the best, and be part of the team that keeps this world-famous track race-day ready!

⚪️ About The Jockey Club

The Jockey Club stages thrilling sporting occasions and live events nationwide including The Guinea’s The Grand National & The Cheltenham Festival. Owning & operating 15 course’s, millions of people every year enjoy the special experiences we offer through racing, music, food and entertainment on raceday’s and beyond.

As the largest commercial group in British racing, we are guided by our mission to act for the long term good of the sport. Every penny we make goes back into racing to promote excellence within Britain’s second biggest spectator sport. Our people are what makes this possible

At The Jockey Club people are at the heart of what we do and drive our success. We are inclusive and actively seek to attract people with unique backgrounds and perspectives. Diverse, collaborative teams are pivotal to our success and support the potential and growth of all our people.

🔵 About what the Grounds Person will do

As an Apprentice Grounds Person at Cheltenham Racecourse, you’ll be at the heart of keeping our world-famous track in peak condition. This hands-on role is perfect for someone who loves the outdoors, thrives in a team, and wants to build a career in sports turf management.

You’ll learn how to:

• Prepare and maintain elite-level racing surfaces to industry standards
• Monitor turf health, weather data, and soil conditions to keep our track in top shape
• Manage irrigation, drainage, and turf machinery
• Adopt eco-friendly, sustainable working practices
• Work safely and legally, reviewing risks and promoting best practice
• Supervise projects and mentor team members as you grow
• Communicate with stakeholders and contribute to exciting turf renovation projects

With full training, support, and expert mentorship, this is your chance to learn on the job and develop the skills for a successful career in sport.

🟢 About you

• Eager to Grow: You'll bring a passion for learning and a hunger for personal and professional development.
• Safety First Mindset: With a foundational understanding of Health & Safety, you're committed to following regulations and ensuring a safe environment for everyone.
• Ready to Drive: You hold a full UK driving licence, ready to hit the road and take on new challenges.

If you think you have everything we’re looking for and more, then we’d love to hear from you. Don’t hang around, our closing date for this vacancy is 4^th July but we reserve the right to bring this forward if we have many applications.