Applications including a CV and covering letter must be submitted online, through the King’s School website, www.kings-school.co.uk. If you are unable to apply this way, please contact Human Resources on 01227 595733.

Based in the stunning setting of the Precincts of Canterbury Cathedral and St Augustine’s Abbey – a World Heritage Site – The King’s School is one of the oldest and most prestigious Schools in the country with an enviable record of academic excellence and achievement.

The King’s School require a Mechanical and Electrical Assistant to work 40 hours per week, all year round, to support the Mechanical and Electrical Team in the ‘day to day’ operations around the School, including the Junior School and other King’s sites.

Reporting to the Premises Team Leader key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• To carry out PAT testing of electrical equipment as directed by the M&E Supervisor and School Electricians, contributing to a comprehensive annual programme of testing (to include pupil’s equipment).
• To assist the School Electricians with the changing of light lamps and other routine electrical work that they deem appropriate for the post holder to undertake.
• To assist with the implementation of the Legionella Control Written Scheme including cleaning of thermostatic mixing valves (TMVs), cleaning of shower heads, temperature monitoring and flushing of little used outlets.

The successful candidate will be required to work closely with other departments around the School and will need to build good working relationships in a professional manner. A good understanding of Health and Safety related statutory legislation would be desirable.

If you would like an informal discussion to learn more about the appointment please contact Martin Dobson, Premises Director on 01227 595667.

Closing date for receipt of applications: Noon, Thursday 23rd December 2021.

The King’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.