Estates Joiner and General Operative

This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth. About Reaseheath Reaseheath College and University Centre is a leading land-based and technical education provider, with a proud history stretching back over 100 years. Our mission is simple: to deliver industry focused, career ready education that transforms lives and supports the future of all our learners – from further education, higher education, apprenticeships and adult courses.

Set in a stunning rural campus near Nantwich in Cheshire, we offer an inspiring place to work, with industry-leading facilities, strong employer partnerships and a clear focus on innovation, sustainability and real-world skills.

Working at Reaseheath means being part of a supportive, ambitious and values-driven community. Our staff play a vital role in shaping futures, helping our learners develop the skills, confidence and experience they need to succeed in their careers. We are committed to creating a positive working environment where colleagues feel valued, supported and able to grow. With opportunities for professional development, strong industry links and a collaborative culture, you can build a rewarding career while making a genuine impact.

Job Title:

Estates Joiner and General Operative
Status:
Permanent, 37 hours per week
Working Pattern: 8:00am - 16:30pm, Monday to Friday (although flexibility is essential to cover overtime as required by the business needs)
Closing Date:
Midnight, Sunday 6th September 2026
Assessment Centre Date:
To be confirmed

We have an exciting opportunity for an Estates Joiner and General Operative to join our Estates team, working across the Reaseheath College and University Centre campus, as well as our Reaseheath Engineering Apprenticeships Academy down the road. You will support all areas of the campus whilst working closely with other members of the Estates team.

• Support the foreman in the effective delivery of planned and unplanned maintenance to ensure a high quality and efficient delivery of small projects
• Assist the estates team to delivery of a rolling plan of maintenance in line with the strategic direction of the College to ensure that the College estate is maintained to a high standard.
• Undertake small Joinery construction, repair and maintenance in house projects completing to a high standard.
• Organising and maintaining door suited locking mechanisms on campus
• Testing, maintenance and replacement of fire doors to campus buildings
• Assist in maintaining the safety of buildings and infrastructure across the College including health and safety management, risk assessment and fire safety to ensure that the College is a safe environment for all learners, staff and general public

• Have GCSE Maths and English grade C or above (or willingness to work towards)
• Experience of working in building maintenance, Joinery or the construction environment
• Be a time served joiner
• Have experience of planning, completing and timely delivery of small projects and reactive maintenance to a high standard
• Ability to manage and work within a team, flexibly and with a "can do" attitude
• Communicate with individuals on all levels including students, colleagues and visitors

• 47 days annual leave including Bank Holidays and Christmas Closure
• Generous pension scheme with an employer contribution of 19.8%
• Enhanced maternity and adoption pay
• Enhanced sick pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Pluxee reward scheme
• Free on site gym membership
• Onsite Starbucks along with multiple restaurant and cafe outlets
• Access to a multitude of external benefits through local businesses to the Cheshire area
• Specialist equipment reflecting industry…