Maintenance Assistant

Queensmead House School; Windsor; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensmead House School in Windsor is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to keep the building and grounds in good order. You will handle general repairs, help keep vehicles running, and support a welcoming environment for pupils and staff.

The role requires a practical, can-do attitude, some maintenance experience, and willingness to undertake Health & Safety training. The school offers a supportive team, training on safeguarding, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• General maintenance skills or DIY experience.
• Can-do attitude and team player.
• Ability to purchase minor maintenance equipment.
• Willingness to undertake Health & Safety training.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day maintenance tasks to keep the school running.
• Drive the school vehicles and maintain them in good order.
• Keep the school grounds and gardens neat and tidy.
• Support safeguarding training when provided.

Skills

Maintenance skills

Team player

Purchasing minor equipment

Health & Safety training

Job description

Maintenance Assistant

Date Posted: 2026-09-29

Location: Windsor, Berkshire, GB, SL4 1

Contract: Any duration

Closing Date: 2026-12-31 03:03:20.893

Salary: £29,563 - £32,656 + Excellent Benefits

Huge Small Victories

Being a maintenance worker in our school means being part of something big. You'll be doing your bit to make sure the school building is a great place to be for our young people.

Get out what you put in

You'll do all the general, day-to-day repairs needed to keep our school up and running, drive the school vehicles and keep them in good working order, as well as making sure the school grounds and garden are kept neat and tidy. You'll also be a familiar, friendly face, which means our young people will sometimes stop to chat to you. We will provide training on child safeguarding to give you extra confidence!

Queensmead House School

Queensmead House School is located on a historic site with views of Windsor Castle. This inspiring setting, with a rich heritage of education, is now home to a specialist learning environment recently rated Good by Ofsted. QHS is an independent specialist day school, with both primary and secondary settings providing high-quality education. The school meets the needs of a diverse group of pupils with complex educational needs, communication difficulties, and challenging behaviors.

What we do for you

• Training: A full induction and on-the-job training
• Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with 35 days holiday including bank holidays
• Flexible benefits: Increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance
• Wellbeing: Tools and advice including employee assistance
• Medical cover: Claim back costs like opticians or dentist appointments and enjoy high-street discounts
• Beautiful working environments with excellent facilities
• A recommend a friend scheme offering a £1,000 bonus each time

Bring your whole-self to work

Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds, and with different needs. Our workforce reflects that diversity to engage, encourage, and inspire our young people to be themselves.

Who we're looking for

• Some maintenance skills, professionally or as a DIY enthusiast
• A 'can do' attitude and being a team player who helps others
• Confidence in taking responsibility for purchasing minor maintenance equipment
• Willingness to undertake Health & Safety and relevant training

Interested in joining us?

Our young people deserve the best future, and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve a career with purpose in an environment where you can be yourself. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered) and an online search.

We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

Additional Information

• Full job description and person specification available on request
• Information about our policies and schools can be found on our website