Junior School Maintenance Operative

Stamford School; Stamford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Stamford is seeking a Junior School Maintenance Operative. The role involves assisting with the maintenance of school buildings and grounds, including basic repairs and ensuring health and safety standards. Candidates should have a practical attitude, good communication skills, and a reliable work ethic. Previous experience is desirable but not essential. Applications are open until 28th October 2025.

Qualifications

• A practical, can-do attitude and willingness to learn.
• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.
• Basic knowledge of DIY and maintenance tasks is desirable.
• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day maintenance of the school buildings and grounds.
• Carry out basic repairs, painting, and general upkeep.
• Support with setting up rooms and furniture for school events.
• Ensure health and safety standards are maintained across the site.
• Respond to maintenance requests from staff in a timely manner.
• Work alongside the Site Manager and wider facilities team.
• A practical, can-do attitude and willingness to learn
• Basic knowledge of DIY and maintenance tasks
• Good communication skills and a team player
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic
• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential

Skills

Good communication skills

Reliable and punctual

Basic knowledge of DIY and maintenance tasks

Team player

Willingness to learn

Job description

Join to apply for the Junior School Maintenance Operative role at Stamford School

Key responsibilities and qualifications

• Assist with day-to-day maintenance of the school buildings and grounds
• Carry out basic repairs, painting, and general upkeep
• Support with setting up rooms and furniture for school events
• Ensure health and safety standards are maintained across the site
• Respond to maintenance requests from staff in a timely manner
• Work alongside the Site Manager and wider facilities team
• A practical, can-do attitude and willingness to learn
• Basic knowledge of DIY and maintenance tasks
• Good communication skills and a team player
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic
• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential

Closing date for applications is the 28th October 2025. Interviews to be held shortly after.

Please note that to be considered for this vacancy, all applications must be formally submitted via our website link: Apply Here

Stamford Schools are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).