All candidates must complete a Farleigh School Support Staff Application Form in order to apply for the position, this can be found on the school website. Please visit the Staff Vacancies page on the school website for the full job description and application form. We are unable to accept CV's in place of a completed application form.
Farleigh School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant must be willing to undergo appropriate Child Protection Screening, including references from past employers, an enhanced DBS disclosure and an online search in line with safer recruitment.
Farleigh School is seeking a reliable and dedicated individual to join our Maintenance team. You will play a key role in ensuring our facilities are safe, well-maintained, and fully operational. This is a hands-on practical role suited to someone who enjoys problem solving, takes pride in delivering high standards of work, and is adaptable with the ability to manage a varied and changing workload. As part of this role, you will also be required to undertake minibus driving duties during term-time, supporting the safe transport of pupils as needed.
- We are seeking an individual to work full-time, all year round, up to 47.5 hours per week Monday to Friday
- However, for the right applicant with the necessary skills and experience, we are flexible regarding the number of weeks worked and will also consider alternative working patterns. Applicants are encouraged to outline their preferred working hours and pattern within their application.
The ideal candidate will have:
Essential
- Previous experience in maintenance, facilities or similar role
- Full valid UK driving licence
- An understanding of and commitment to safeguarding
- Effective verbal and listening communications skills
- Appropriate writing skills to complete and maintain daily records
- Ability to work well with others and independently when required
- A professional and courteous manner and approach to working with others
Desirable
- D1 on driving licence (i.e. can drive a 17-seater minibus 3.5T)
- Practical experience in plumbing
- Previous experience working in a school environment
- Knowledge of health & safety practices, with an understanding of the importance of compliance in a working environment
Particular Tasks & Responsibilities:
- Carry out general maintenance tasks, including basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, and decorating
- Respond to reactive maintenance requests in a timely manner
- Perform routine inspections of buildings, equipment, and systems
- Ensure all work is completed in line with health and safety regulations
- Report any faults, hazards, or safety concerns to the Maintenance Manager
- Assist external contractors and escort them around the site if required
- Maintain tools, equipment, and materials in good working order
- Support with grounds maintenance (e.g. litter picking)
- Help with setting up rooms or facilities for events or operational needs
- Collecting materials and goods from suppliers when needed
- Manual handling i.e., moving furniture and other goods around the site
- Driving a school minibus on designated transport routes to collect pupils
- Keep accurate records of work carried out where required
- Operate the school minibus in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant legislation, policies and procedures
- Monitoring school vehicles, to include performing daily safety and maintenance checks
- Any other duties which may be assigned commensurate with the post and in keeping with the nature of the prep school environment
Equal Opportunities:
Farleigh School is a co-educational organisation that believes strongly in equal opportunity for all.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £32,600.00 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
