Multi-Trade Operative

Worksop College and Ranby House; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fee concessions for your children

Workplace pension scheme

Access to gym, sports hall and swimming pool

Free meals when on duty

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Worksop College and Ranby House in Nottinghamshire is seeking a full-time Maintenance Operative to perform a variety of maintenance and repair tasks across the school estate. Responsibilities include responding to maintenance requests, undertaking reactive maintenance, and ensuring a safe working environment.

The ideal candidate will have practical skills across multiple trades, a trade qualification, and should be able to work independently while adhering to health and safety regulations. Benefits include fee concessions for children and access to on-site facilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in a maintenance, facilities or construction environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete maintenance requests in a timely manner.
• Perform planned and reactive maintenance across buildings.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures.

Skills

Practical skills across multiple trades

Good understanding of health and safety requirements

Strong problem-solving skills

Good communication skills

Education

Trade qualification (e.g., Joinery, Plumbing, etc.)

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Location: Nottinghamshire, UK

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Patterns: Full-Time

Application Deadline: Tuesday, 14th July 2026

Worksop College and Ranby House is one community set across two schools, educating children from age two to eighteen. We're a broad-ability school focused on progress and human flourishing — helping every student become the best version of themselves. Set in a stunning environment with exceptional facilities, what matters here is the individual, their aspirations and their future.

The Role

You'll undertake a wide range of maintenance, repair, refurbishment and construction tasks across the school estate, keeping buildings safe, compliant and fit for purpose. The role spans multiple trade disciplines and requires a flexible, practical approach. The post holder must promote and safeguard the welfare of children in line with the School's Child Protection Policy.

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance and Repairs

• Respond to and complete maintenance requests in a timely, professional manner
• Undertake planned and reactive maintenance across school buildings and facilities
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs to internal and external building fabric
• Report defects, hazards and maintenance issues to the Director of Estates

Multi-Trade Duties

• Painting and decorating, including surface preparation and finishing
• Joinery and carpentry repairs: doors, windows, locks, furniture and fixtures
• Minor brickwork, plastering and patch repairs
• Basic plumbing: taps, toilets and drainage
• Minor roofing, flooring and tiling repairs where appropriate
• Assist with refurbishment and construction projects across the estate
• General labouring duties, including moving materials and furniture

Health and Safety

• Maintain a safe, clean working environment and comply with all H&S procedures
• Use PPE correctly; check tools before use and remove defective equipment
• Identify and make safe any hazards encountered during work
• Ensure all work is carried out in line with relevant legislation and school policies

Estates and Site Support

• Assist with events, functions and room set-ups
• Support the Estates Team with project work and seasonal maintenance programmes
• Maintain workshops and stores in a clean, organised condition
• Monitor stock levels and report when replenishment is needed
• Assist with emergency maintenance situations as required

Teamwork and Communication

• Work collaboratively within the Estates Team
• Liaise professionally with staff, contractors, pupils and visitors
• Complete work to agreed timescales and high standards
• Work independently using initiative, escalating where appropriate

Safeguarding

This post requires an enhanced DBS check including Barred List. All offers are conditional on satisfactory child protection screening. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; applicants must declare all convictions and cautions not protected under DBS filtering rules.

Equal Opportunities

Worksop College is an equal opportunities employer. We appoint on merit and ability, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, race, religion, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic.

Benefits

• Fee concessions for your children
• Workplace pension scheme
• Access to gym, sports hall and swimming pool
• Free meals when on duty
• Free onsite parking

Desirable Criteria

• Trade qualification (e.g. Joinery, Plumbing, Bricklaying, Painting & Decorating or Construction)
• Experience in a school, education or public sector environment
• Knowledge of building compliance and statutory maintenance requirements
• IPAF, PASMA or other relevant maintenance qualifications

Essential Criteria

• Experience in a maintenance, facilities or construction environment
• Practical skills across multiple trades
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Full UK driving licence

You may have experience of the following: Maintenance Operative, Facilities Operative, Building Operative, General Maintenance Technician, Estates Operative, Property Maintenance Worker, Handyperson, Building Services Operative, Site Maintenance Operative, Facilities Maintenance Assistant.

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