Carpenter/Multi-trades person
Full time, permanent
Salary up to £26,000 per annum
We are looking for an experienced Carpenter/Multi Trade to join our team based at Monkton Combe School. You will carry out repairs and daily general preventative maintenance of the premises. You will be required to maintain the appearance of the School to the highest possible standards and ensure health and safety regulations are adhered to at all times. You will be able to work well within a team with a demonstrable commitment to health and safety and service.
Hours of work will be 8am until 4.45pm, Monday to Friday, including a 30 minute unpaid break for lunch and a 15 minute break in the morning/afternoon. The role is paid for 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. Any agreed extra hours will be compensated for either with time in lieu or at agreed overtime rates. There is an option of being included on the call-out rota where you will receive additional pay.
Key responsibilities
* General carpentry, hanging doors, building and repairing stud partitions, decorating etc.
* Constructing new timber-built items, roof repairs and windows repairs. Assembly and fitting of ironmongery and metalwork fittings.
* Operating woodworking machinery, setting out and assembly of joinery items.
* General building work, glazing, simple plumbing, concrete and plaster work etc.
* Roof repairs, tiling, fitting and maintaining gutters etc.
* Foundations and drain laying, damp-proofing and below ground works.
* Erection and use of aluminium scaffold towers etc.
* Decorating, wall tiling and general finishing to new works.
* Other duties as required from time-to-time supporting other staff.
Benefits
● 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
● Free lunch
● 75% discount on membership at Monkton Leisure Centre (based at the Prep School)
● Company pension scheme & life assurance
● Employee Assistance Programme, access to free confidential emotional, physical,financial and legal support
● Cycle to work scheme
● Opportunities for career progression and development. Including internal mentoring and coaching programmes.
Safeguarding
Monkton Combe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service.
How to apply
Closing date: 12th October 2025
You should submit your application form and letter of application by clicking on the 'Application Page' button at the bottom of our 'work with us' webpage:
If you would like to discuss this role further, please do not hesitate to contact us on
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £26,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Bath BA2 7HG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work Location: In person