Job Introduction
The Role
We are seeking a proactive and reliable Maintenance Assistant to support the Head of Maintenance in ensuring our school buildings and grounds are safe, secure, and well maintained.
This is a hands-on role requiring flexibility, initiative, and a commitment to maintaining a high standard of work across the estate. You’ll help ensure lessons and school activities run smoothly by keeping facilities in good repair and assisting with maintenance, repairs, and operational support. You will be working Work as part of a supportive and friendly Estates team.
Key Responsibilities
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Assist with planned and reactive maintenance across the school site.
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Support routine safety checks and compliance with Health & Safety standards.
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Carry out general maintenance tasks such as minor repairs, moving furniture, and preparing rooms.
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Assist with deliveries, waste management, and recycling operations.
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Respond to maintenance requests promptly to minimise disruption.
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Support grounds maintenance and site safety during adverse weather (e.g., snow and ice clearance).
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Maintain equipment and storage areas in good order.
About You
You will be practical, reliable, and team-oriented, with a genuine interest in maintaining a safe and well-presented school environment.
Winchester House School
Winchester House School was founded in 1875 and moved to its present 18-acre site in the centre of Brackley in 1922. The heart of the School is situated in Manor House, an attractive building dating from the early 1800s. Winchester House comprises a fully co-educational nursery, pre-prep and preparatory school, offering an outstanding education to children aged 3-13 with day, occasional and weekly boarding available. In January 2021, Winchester House School became part of The Stowe Group.
Our Schools are not only outstanding places to learn, they are great places to work too.
We believe it is the collective responsibility of our colleagues to help develop the cognitive, physical, emotional and spiritual well-being of everyone in our community. Our school culture is characterised by teamwork, collaboration and mutual respect.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion are central to The Stowe Group’s vision. We pride ourselves on our commitment as an organisation to welcome diversity, and we are committed to providing an inclusive environment where anyone with talent can thrive. To ensure we continue to best serve a diverse community, our ambition is to attract and retain a workforce that is representative of the diversity of our pupil body.
The Stowe Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service and an online background check with our third party provider.
