Maintenance Operative

Location: King Edward VI College, Stourbridge Contract: Full-time (37 hours per week), all year round Working hours: Core hours are Monday to Thursday: 8.00 am to 4.00 pm and Friday: 8.00 am to 3.30 pm. You will be required to be on the locking-up rota. Salary: SFCA support staff pay scale 13 - 17 (£30,444 – £34,253) King Edward VI College, Stourbridge is a specialist A level sixth form college. We provide a rigorous academic curriculum alongside a strong programme of wider enrichment that supports students to develop independence, confidence and ambition. Our students come from a wide range of social and cultural backgrounds, and we are proud of the inclusive, purposeful community they and our staff create together. We are seeking a practical, reliable and proactive Maintenance Operative to join our Estates Team. This is an important role in helping to ensure that our buildings, facilities and grounds are safe, well-maintained and provide an excellent environment for learning. The successful candidate will undertake a wide range of maintenance and repair tasks, including general building maintenance, minor plumbing, carpentry, painting and decorating, whilst responding to day-to-day maintenance requests across the site. They will also support compliance activities, including routine health and safety checks, fire safety inspections and maintaining accurate records to help ensure the college meets its statutory obligations. We are looking for someone with good practical skills, a strong awareness of health and safety, and the ability to work independently whilst contributing positively to a busy team. The ideal candidate will take pride in maintaining high standards, demonstrate a flexible approach to work and be committed to providing excellent service to staff, students and visitors. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with maintenance or caretaking experience who is looking to develop their skills within a supportive educational environment and play a k