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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Worksop College and Ranby House Recruitment Team
