Maintenance Operative

Reporting to the Head of Buildings and Maintenance, the Maintenance Operative will provide assistance to all trades in the Maintenance Department. A focus of this role is to undertake monthly portable appliance testing (PAT) of electrical equipment, testing of emergency lights and water temperature monitoring, but the post-holder will also be asked to undertake and assist in a wide variety of other maintenance tasks.

The learning and development opportunities offered by this role would be well-suited to someone considering or just starting out on a general maintenance or trades career. If you are a conscientious with an eye for detail, we would like to meet you. Previous experience in professional maintenance/works setting would be an advantage, but full training will be provided.

Selwyn College is home to students of all backgrounds from the UK and across the world. We are proud of our diversity. We are keen to receive applications from people who may be under-represented in our community.

For more information and how to apply, please visit the Selwyn College website:

Closing date: Noon Monday 23 March 2026

Interviews: Monday 30 March 2026