Maintenance Operative in Cambridge)

Ad Warrior Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Cambridge is looking for a Maintenance Operative to ensure the efficient running of their Estates department. The role includes various responsibilities such as carpentry, plumbing, and general maintenance tasks. Ideal candidates should have experience in construction environments and possess relevant qualifications. Offering a competitive salary, 30 days of holiday, a pension scheme, and other attractive benefits, this position presents a great opportunity for professional development.

Benefits

30 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension Scheme with 13.75% employer contributions

Free staff lunches

Access to fitness suite and swimming pool

Free on-site parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK driving licence.
• Experience in construction environments is preferred.
• Ability to work well within a team.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient running of the Estates department.
• Perform carpentry, plumbing, and general maintenance tasks.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Experience in construction related environments

Ability to work effectively in teams

Self-motivated and uses initiative

Flexibility to work with changing priorities

Education

NVQ level 2 or above in relevant trades

H&S qualifications

Access related qualifications (IPAF, PASMA)

Job description

Maintenance Operative

Location: Cambridge

Salary: Up to £33,721 per annum (The starting salary will reflect the experience and skills of the appointed candidate)

Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time, 37.5 hours per week

The Perse School Cambridge is one of the country's leading independent co‑educational day schools for children aged 3-18.

Their aim is to be a leading employer of choice. This means they strive to be a school where staff say they are proud and excited to work, and feel valued, respected and motivated.

They are committed to providing a very competitive salary and benefits scheme at the same time as offering a wide range of opportunities for personal and professional development. They want their staff to feel engaged and purposeful so that they, in turn, help pupils to be happy and successful.

The Role

This post is designed to support the smooth and efficient running of the Estates department.

Key Responsibilities

• Carpentry: replacement/repair of door and window fittings, repair of furniture, replacement glazing, fitting locks, handrails, erection of shelves, cupboards and displays.
• Brick/Groundwork: the repair of masonry, concrete slabs, screeds, plastering and stud walls. Erecting new fencing, laying new paving, or paving repairs, patch tarmac repairs.
• Roofing: repairs to flat roofing, flashing repairs, reconstruction of small roof structures, felting.
• Flooring: laying of carpets, tiles and other floor coverings. Repairs to wooden floors as required.
• Plumbing: repair and replacement of taps, lavatory pans, sinks, and finishes as required. The clearance of blockages in gutters, down pipes, gulleys and drains.
• Decorating: preparation of floors, walls, ceilings and woodwork, the application of wallpaper, stains, emulsions, undercoats and gloss/satin paints.

Skills and Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence
• Has worked in construction related environments
• Work effectively in teams
• Is self motivated and uses initiative
• Can be flexible and work to changing priorities and deadlines
• NVQ level 2 or above in relevant trades (Desirable)
• H&S qualifications (Desirable)
• Access related qualifications eg: IPAF, PASMA or safe use of ladders (Desirable)
• Has worked in educational settings (Desirable)

Benefits

• Paid holiday entitlement is 30 days plus bank holidays per annum, with 5 days to be taken at Christmas. Holidays may not normally be taken during term time.
• Pension Scheme with employer contributions of 13.75%.
• Death in service of 3 x salary.
• Free staff lunch in term‑time and certain periods of the school holidays.
• Free access to fitness suite and swimming pool during times set aside for staff only use.
• Free on‑site parking (subject to availability).
• Cycle to Work Scheme.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable School, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

https://www.perse.co.uk/work-with-us/