Carpenter

Benenden School is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Carpenter to join our busy Estates Department on a fixed-term basis.

Reporting to the Construction Projects Manager, you will undertake various carpentry projects and general maintenance duties, contributing to the ongoing care and improvement of our facilities. This will involve repairing, installing and maintaining frameworks, furniture, flooring and staircases, as well as constructing dry walls, studwork and roofs. You will work in a professional and flexible manner to complete all types of carpentry activities both internally and externally, meeting the needs and expectations of our customers.

We are looking for someone with a positive, can-do attitude who works well as part of a team and independently. You will need an NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds Advanced qualification in Carpentry (or equivalent), along with previous experience gained in construction, maintenance or a similar field. Strong interpersonal skills and a good command of the English language is essential, along with strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records to ensure compliance in all areas. Basic IT skills in order to use the maintenance helpdesk and email system is also essential.

We offer a competitive salary of £35,712.78 per annum, dependent upon qualifications and experience. The role is 40 hours per week, 8am – 5pm Monday to Friday, all year round, but some flexibility is required including occasional weekends and evenings if there is an emergency or a pre-planned event.  

About Benenden School

Benenden School is an independent day and boarding school for girls, founded in 1923 and situated in 250 acres of beautiful parkland in rural Kent. At present, there are 550 girls in the school. A considerable amount of new building has been completed in recent years, including an all-weather pitch, staff housing and a new School Hall and Music School.

Benefits

Benenden School offers employees’ pension contribution, meals provided free of charge whilst on duty, free on-site parking, and use of the school’s leisure facilities, including a fitness gym and swimming pool.

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Completed applications should be received by 9.00am on Monday 30th June 2025. 

The post-holder will be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children with whom they come into contact. They must ensure compliance with the School’s Child Protection Policy Statement at all times, this appointment will be subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. Benenden School is committed to equal opportunities and equal pay for all employees. Whilst Benenden isn’t accredited to the Living Wage Foundation, we do look to the Living Wage for guidance and our starting pay is currently in line with this.