Carpenter jobs in Gillingham

Benenden School Estates Department

Projects Carpenter (Fixed Term 12 months)

We are looking to recruit an experienced and enthusiastic Projects Carpenter to join our Estates Department in a busy educational and boarding community on a Fixed Term 12-month contract.

You will support the Construction Projects Manager by undertaking projects and general maintenance duties along with installations and will be required to have relevant training and experience as a qualified Carpenter and Joiner.

You will work in a professional and flexible manner that meets the demands of customers and

complete all types of carpentry activities both internally and externally in order to complete projects as directed by you line manager or other nominated designate.

This role requires the postholder to hold relevant trade City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Carpentry.

Attention to detail and accurate record keeping is essential, ensuring compliance in all areas. We are looking for someone with a collaborative approach who works well as a member of a team but is also happy working on their own. Interpersonal skills are essential as well as a can-do attitude. A general user knowledge of IT is required.

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 the occasional weekend and evening if there is an emergency or a pre-planned event.

In addition to the above, Benenden School offer 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.

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.

To apply, please download the application pack from our website https://www.benenden.school/working-at-benenden/

Applications to be received by 9:00am on Monday 2 June. Interviews to be held Thursday 5 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.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract

Pay: £35,712.78 per year

Benefits:

• Canteen
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Free fitness classes
• Free parking
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person