Overview
Stamford School is a large, co-educational day and boarding school for boys and girls aged 2 to 18. Established in 1532, it has a prestigious heritage, but everything we do is focused on preparing young people to lead happy and fulfilling lives in the 21st century. Stamford is a family-friendly, inclusive, happy school with a deep sense of community and belonging. Our students are famously ‘rounded and grounded’, and we have a broad social mix that our parents greatly value. We strive to provide a stimulating and challenging curriculum that inspires intellectual curiosity and encourages a love of learning. Stamford strives to offer an outstanding, contemporary education. Our students leave us with a flexible, adaptable mindset and an approach to learning that equips them to face the challenges and opportunities of their future.
We also believe that a student’s emotional well-being is paramount to their overall success. Our pastoral care system is embedded in our daily school life, ensuring that every student feels valued, supported, and understood. We foster strong relationships between students, teachers, and parents, promoting open communication and a sense of belonging within our school community. We are proud to offer a well-rounded education packed with opportunities beyond the classroom.
Job Description
The Facilities Operative plays a vital role in ensuring the safety and functionality of the school environment. Their core purpose is to maintain the school premises to a high standard, supporting the day-to-day operations of the school and contributing to a positive, safe, and welcoming atmosphere for pupils, staff, and visitors. This includes responsibility for site security, general maintenance, health and safety compliance, and liaising with contractors and suppliers when necessary.
Key Responsibilities
* Be responsible for all day to day maintenance tasks e.g. installing door locks, replacing ceiling tiles, installing shelving, whiteboards etc.
* Minor refurbishment projects e.g. decorating classrooms and painting doors
* Be a designated key holder and respond to out of hours alarm callouts should any arise
* Lay out seating in the Hall and other rooms, and erect staging etc as directed
* Lock and unlock School buildings and set alarms
* Check and distribute stock around the School
* Clean designated areas as required
* To complete Daily, Weekly, Monthly and Yearly compliance checks across the school including: Emergency Light flick test; Fire Alarm sounding and Break Glass checks; Fire Extinguishers; Fire Doors; Water hygiene temperature (Legionella) checks; Auto Doors; Shutters; Ladders.
* Any other duties as might reasonably be expected or requested by the line manager
Essential Criteria
* Basic Standard of Education
* Current valid driving license
* Previous experience of buildings maintenance in a practical capacity.
* Basic knowledge of health and safety requirements specific to the environment.
* Knowledge of Estates based Statutory Compliance.
* Knowledge of fire safety and Legionella standards and requirements.
* Reasonable keyboard and IT skills, including the ability to use spreadsheets, mobile Apps and PC;
* Must demonstrate a reliable, trustworthy and honest approach to work.
* Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with a varied range of contacts including external contractors and other colleagues within the Schools.
* Able to demonstrate initiative and a pro-active approach to responsibilities.
* Flexibility to vary hours of work as required.
* Must be able to undertake the range of activities required within the role including working at heights, use of testing equipment, lifting and carrying weights, standing for prolonged periods and be able to walk between and across sites
Desirable Criteria
* Previous experience of working within a similar role.
* Previous experience of working within a school environment.
* Skills in the Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel and Outlook.
* Experience of using other databases and systems.
Application Details
Closing date for applications is the 3rd October 2025.
Further details can be found in the applicant pack attached in the documents section at the bottom of the page. To apply, please click on the green apply now button.
Stamford Schools are fully 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 and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
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