Estates Operative: School Grounds & Facilities

King’s College School; Wimbledon; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Health benefits

Free gym membership

Lunch during term-time

Job summary

King’s College School in Wimbledon is seeking an enthusiastic Estates Operative to support the maintenance of the school’s buildings and grounds. You will maintain hard surfaces, gardens, and fixtures, assist external contractors, manage waste, support events, and handle the site maintenance ticketing system.

A driving licence is essential, and seasonal duties such as gritting may be required. The role demands a logical approach to problems, basic repair skills, teamwork, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• Logical approach to solving problems.
• Ability to mend machinery and perform small repairs.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Ability to organise workload and meet deadlines.
• Flexible and enthusiastic approach to work.
• Ability to work without supervision and prioritise workload.
• Basic IT skills.
• Ability to work at heights (training provided).
• Driving licence essential.

Responsibilities

• Uphold hard surfaces, footpaths and roadways using road sweeper and jet wash.
• Undertake minor repair tasks, especially signs, fixtures, and fittings.
• Keep gardens and footpaths clear and tidy; manage waste.
• Access site maintenance ticketing system and pick up tasks.
• Provide general support for events and activities.
• Assist external contractors with appropriate tasks and routine maintenance.
• Support minibuses and room changes; maintain carpets and furniture.
• Carry out duties during fire emergencies and adverse weather conditions.
• Seasonal work including gritting and snow clearance.
• Cooperate with other Estates team members on school maintenance.

Skills

Problem solving

Maintenance skills

Teamwork

Time management

Flexible attitude

Independent working

Basic IT

Height work

Driving licence

Job description

King’s College School in Wimbledon is seeking an enthusiastic Estates Operative to support the maintenance of the school’s buildings and grounds. You will maintain hard surfaces, gardens, and fixtures, assist external contractors, manage waste, support events, and handle the site maintenance ticketing system.

A driving licence is essential, and seasonal duties such as gritting may be required. The role demands a logical approach to problems, basic repair skills, teamwork, and the ability to work