About Us

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

As a Maintenance Operative (planned works), you will support the delivery of planned improvement works and maintenance projects across the estate. Working as part of a small, multi-skilled team, the role involves carrying out a wide range of property maintenance, refurbishment, and repair tasks to help maintain safe, functional, and high-quality environments for residents, staff, and visitors.

The role includes completing smaller-scale projects, planned maintenance activities, and minor repair works across occupied and communal areas. Duties will involve a broad range of trade-based tasks including painting and decorating, basic carpentry, plumbing repairs, plastering, flooring installation and repairs, and general building maintenance.

You will be expected to work to agreed schedules and quality standards while ensuring all tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with health and safety regulations, organisational policies, and industry best practice. The role requires a proactive and flexible approach, good problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively to deliver improvements across the estate.

Essential Criteria

Previous experience of buildings maintenance in a practical capacity. Proficiency in a range of trades including carpentry, plumbing, painting, flooring work. Basic knowledge of health and safety requirements specific to the environment. Basic IT Skills for emails and maintenance job request cards – training is available. Problem-Solving: Ability to diagnose minor faults and identify appropriate solutions. Attention to Detail: Ensuring quality workmanship and finishing details. Must demonstrate a reliable, trustworthy and honest approach to work. 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 power tools, lifting and carrying weights, standing for prolonged periods and be able to walk between and across sites. Previous experience of working within a school environment is desirable.

Application Details

The closing date for applications is 8th June 2026.

Interviews may be held as applications are received and before the closing date.

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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