Logistics Operative

Wellington College; Buckler's Park; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellington College seeks a practical, reliable Logistic Operative to support Domestic Services across the campus. You will move furniture, equipment and supplies, help prepare spaces for conferences and events, and keep shared areas clean and well-presented.

A full UK driving licence and experience in logistics or facilities are essential. You will work both independently and with colleagues to ensure smooth daily operations, with attention to safety, manual handling, and timely vehicle checks

Qualifications

• Full, clean UK driving licence is essential.
• Experience in logistics, facilities or site-support settings.
• Understanding of safe working practices, including manual handling.
• Ability to balance planned work with changing priorities in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Move furniture, equipment and supplies safely and efficiently across campus.
• Prepare and restore spaces for conferences, lectures, events and College activities.
• Maintain cleanliness of shared spaces; support waste and recycling arrangements.
• Respond to spillages and carry out minor cleaning tasks.
• Work independently on routine duties while collaborating with colleagues to provide cover.

Skills

Driving licence

Job description

Wellington College is a world-leading independent boarding and day school. We are a dynamic, values-led community where ambition and collaboration drive excellence across academic life, sport, and the wider school community.

Located in Crowthorne, Berkshire, with train and bus links providing easy access to transport connections, our 400 acre estate is a unique and inspiring place to work.

You will play an important role in our school community, working alongside dedicated colleagues to ensure the smooth and effective running of Wellington. Your contribution will directly support pupils, staff, and visitors every day, and you will have access to development opportunities that help you grow in your career.

Wellington College is seeking a practical, reliable and service-minded Logistic Operative to help ensure that its extensive campus remains well organised, welcoming and ready for daily College life. Working as part of Domestic Services, you will provide responsive support across a varied site, moving furniture, equipment and supplies safely and efficiently wherever they are needed. Your work will make a visible difference to the experience of pupils, colleagues, visitors and event clients.

A key part of the role will be preparing and restoring spaces for conferences, lectures, events and other College activities. You will take pride in presenting rooms and public areas to a high standard, helping each occasion run smoothly from set-up through to clearance. Alongside this, you will contribute to the cleanliness and upkeep of shared spaces, supporting waste and recycling arrangements, responding to spillages and carrying out appropriate specialist cleaning and minor practical tasks.

This is an active, hands-on position for someone who can balance planned work with changing priorities in a busy environment. You will be comfortable working independently on routine duties while collaborating closely with colleagues to provide cover and maintain a dependable service. A full, clean UK driving licence is essential, as is experience in a relevant logistics, facilities or site-support setting. You will bring a sound understanding of safe working practices, including manual handling and the careful use of equipment, and will complete vehicle checks accurately and conscientiously.

The successful candidate will communicate professionally with a wide range of people and approach every task with care, discretion and attention to detail. Flexibility, initiative and a calm manner under pressure will be important, as will a commitment to Wellington’s values of kindness, respect, courage, integrity and responsibility. This is an excellent opportunity to play an important behind-the-scenes role in a thriving College community, delivering the practical support that enables its people and spaces to flourish.

Joining a school community brings a strong sense of purpose and connection. At Wellington, you will have access to training and development that supports your professional growth, while working with colleagues who take pride in delivering excellent service across our campus.

Wellington College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. The role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. You must have the right to work in the UK.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds. We promote an inclusive and supportive environment and are an equal opportunities employer.

Wellington College Support Vacancies

closing date: 21st September