Benenden School Estates Department

Projects Carpenter (Fixed Term 12 months)
Projects Plumber (Fixed Term 12 months)
Projects Electrician (Fixed Term 12 months)
Painter & Decorator (Permanent)


We are looking to recruit an experienced, enthusiastic, and dynamic qualified Plumber, Projects Carpenter, Electrician and Painter & Decorator to join our Estates Department in a busy educational and boarding community. These roles will be supporting the Construction Projects Manager to undertake projects and general maintenance across the School site. Competitive salaries will be paid.

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.

For full job descriptions or to apply, please visit the vacancies page on our website. Completed applications should be received by 9:00am 16 September 2024. Interviews likely to be held 19/20 September.

Any enquiries should be directed to recruitment@benenden.school.

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.