UPVC Window & Door Installer
Salary: £41,327 + Excellent Benefits
Office Base: Chesham / High Wycombe
Work area: Across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire for other jobs once the work in Slough has been completed.
Hours: 42.5 per week
Contract: Permanent
Are you looking to join a growing, values-led organisation with a clear social purpose?
At SettleParadigm, we’re proud to be the largest housing group in the region, managing over 30,000 homes across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, and Hertfordshire.
Everything we do is about delivering excellent services, high quality homes, neighbourhoods we can be proud of and maximising number of new affordable homes we build. Through our merger we’ve brought together shared values, skills and ambition, so we can build more affordable homes and make an even bigger difference in the communities we serve
If you're ready to grow your career in a supportive, inclusive environment while helping to shape stronger communities, we’d love to welcome you on our journey. Together, we’re building a better future.
As our organisation grows, we’re expanding our Planned Works team, and we’re looking for a skilled Window & Door Installer to join us.
About the Role
You’ll work as part of a two‑person team installing and repairing windows and doors in our homes. Most of your work will be UPVC, but you’ll also work with aluminium, composite and wooden products.
This is a hands‑on role where good customer service is just as important as technical skill. You’ll be working in residents’ homes, so being polite, tidy and respectful is essential.
We’ll provide everything you need, including:
What You'll Be Doing:
Installing and repairing UPVC, aluminium, composite and wooden windows and doors
Measuring accurately and following installation plans
Carrying out repairs to frames, hinges, locks and glazing
Completing small carpentry repairs linked to doors and windows
Working safely and following all health & safety rules
Providing friendly, professional service to residents
Travelling to different sites as required
What We’re Looking For
Must haves:
Experience fitting windows and doors (or relevant qualifications)
Good knowledge of UPVC, aluminium, composite and wooden systems
Able to measure accurately and follow drawings
Experience repairing glazing and door systems
Physically fit for daily manual work
Good numeracy and basic IT skills
Full UK manual driving licence
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Strong customer service skills
Able to manage your time and workload
Willing to join the out‑of‑hours rota
Nice to haves:
Experience working in social housing
Experience across different building types
Strong organisation and flexibility
Confidence with minor window repairs
Benefits
At SettleParadigm, we believe in creating an environment where our people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our comprehensive benefits and rewards package reflects this commitment.
annual salary: £x per annum
25 days holiday, increasing with service, plus Christmas closure and buy options
Generous pension scheme – up to 9.5% employer contribution via salary sacrifice
Family-friendly leave: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
Health cash plan – claim up to £1,800 for everyday health costs (plus free kids’ cover)
Life cover and income protection
Flexible working – hybrid options, modern offices, free parking & EV charging
And that’s just the beginning! We’re also thrilled to provide:
Mental Health First Aiders available to support
Car leasing via salary sacrifice (for permanent colleagues subject to conditions)
Funded training, qualifications & apprenticeships
3 paid volunteering days in the local communities
Peer-recognition rewards platform
Paid professional subscription (one per year)
Working Hours & Additional Pay
42.5 hours per week
08:00 - 17:30 Monday - Friday
Participation in out-of-hours rota, with potential to boost base salary.
Our Commitment
We are committed to creating an inclusive workforce, by reflecting and representing the diversity of the communities we serve. We would like to encourage applications from disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds; people who identify as disabled, neurodiverse, members of the LGBTQ+ community and people from underrepresented groups.
Accessibility and Adjustments
We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we’ll always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. Please let us know in advance of any suitable arrangements required.
Due to the nature of some of our roles involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post may be subject to a basic or enhanced Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made.
Please ensure you fully answer the questions on the application form.
Closing Date:
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the closing date should we find a suitable candidate.
