Estates Operative

Sianji; Rugby; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational foundation in Rugby is seeking a full-time Estates Operative to ensure a safe, clean, and organized environment at Crackley Hall. The role involves working closely with the Site Supervisor and requires flexibility in working hours. The salary is £25,106.25 per annum, with generous annual leave and additional benefits. This position offers the chance to be part of a supportive community focused on personal development and well-being, making it a rewarding opportunity.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted places for staff

Qualifications

• Ability to perform caretaker-type duties effectively.
• Flexibility in working hours is necessary for events.
• Work closely with the Site Supervisor and team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a clean and secure environment for stakeholders.
• Support key events and earn overtime when needed.
• Maintain the site to a high standard.

Skills

Caretaker duties

Flexibility in working hours

Teamwork skills

Job description

Required to start in January 2026 or soon after, we seek to recruit a full-time Estates Operative to join our friendly and professional Estates Department, working alongside our team at Crackley Hall to provide a safe and high-quality working, learning and recreational environment. Estates Operatives work closely with the Site Supervisor to perform a range of caretaker-type duties. The role is crucial in providing a fully functioning, organised, clean, tidy, secure and well-maintained site for use by its many stakeholders.

The role is all year round (52 weeks) for 37.5 hours per week (with a one hour unpaid break per day). The working pattern is predominately Monday to Friday, 10.30am to 7.00pm.

Some flexibility will be required in respect of working hours but there are also opportunities for additional work to support key events and opportunities to earn overtime/time of in lieu.

The salary point is D5 of the Princethorpe Foundation support staff scale, currently £25,106.25 per annum.

An annual leave allowance of 25 days plus 8 bank holidays is included with the role.

In addition, the Foundation sites are formally closed between Christmas and New Year and staff are not required to work during this period. This does not affect the 25 day annual leave allowance.

Potential candidates are strongly encouraged to visit the schools website crackleyhall.co.uk for more information about our thriving School, which offers a rich curriculum and strong sense of community. Continuing Professional Development is encouraged and personal visits to the school are welcome.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a Foundation that values its staff and offers a rewarding benefits package including discounted places for staff, a pension scheme and a cycle to work scheme.

Application

To apply for this vacancy applicants must submit a Crackley Hall application form, together with a CV and covering letter detailing personal qualities, experience and how you meet the person specification for the role. Applicants must ensure the application form is fully completed, including a detailed career history with specific dates.

Closing date

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 7 January 2026, at 9.00am with interviews likely to be held later in the week or early the following week, at Crackley Hall School.

Further details and an application form are available from the foundation website theprincethorpefoundation.co.uk/join-us

The Foundation is committed to equal opportunities and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

The Princethorpe Foundation. Registered office Princethorpe College, Rugby. CV23 9PX. Company registered in England & Wales and Limited by Guarantee Number 4177718. Registered Charity Number 1087124