Careers
Highfield and Brookham is a very special place to work. Our working environment is stunning, and our Head leads a dynamic team of talented teachers and dedicated support staff. Above all, everyone working at Highfield and Brookham is friendly, welcoming and committed to providing the very best education for the children at the school.
I have never worked in a school where the children are able to spread their wings, and be offered such incredible experiences by staff who care so deeply for their subjects.
Maintenance Manager
We have an exciting management opportunity for a Maintenance Manager at our school.
This is a hands-on management role, reporting to the Estate Manager. You will be responsible for the maintenance of the school buildings and estate properties to provide ‘best in class’ facilities to support the education of our pupils. The estate contains a number of school buildings, boarding houses, staff houses, biomass system and a swimming pool.
You will manage our busy maintenance team who carry out planned and reactive day-to-day maintenance works to ensure that the school buildings and properties are maintained to the highest possible standard.
Please download the full Job Description.
A letter of application and completed Application Form should be sent to: HR Manager, Highfield and Brookham, Highfield Lane, Liphook, Hampshire, GU30 7LQ or via email to: recruitment@highfieldandbrookham.co.uk
Closing date for applications: Sunday 9th November. We invite interested candidates to apply as soon as possible. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
Maintenance Technician
We are looking for a full-time Maintenance Technician to join our busy team who carry out planned and reactive day-to-day maintenance works to ensure that the school buildings and properties are maintained to the highest possible standard. The estate contains a number of school buildings, boarding houses, staff houses, biomass system and a swimming pool.
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic with extensive DIY skills, including painting and decorating and basic plumbing or have experience of working in the building trade or building/facilities maintenance.
You will need to be able to:-
- Work independently and as part of a team; developing effective working relationships with colleagues and management.
- Communicate well and interact politely with staff, pupils, suppliers and visitors.
- Demonstrate excellent organisational skills, keep accurate computer records and stay up to date with routine maintenance tasks and checks.
- Ensure that all work abides by all Health & Safety, and other regulatory standards.
- Supervise contractors on site where necessary.
Due to the nature of this role a full UK driving licence is required.
Relevant technical qualifications (City and Guilds or equivalent) would be an advantage, but are not essential.
We offer inhouse training for swimming pool maintenance, biomass system and MEWPS.
Salary range £26,000 – £28,000 dependent on skills and experience.
Benefits include company pension scheme, life insurance, sick pay, free parking and delicious lunches during term-time.
23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with an additional 2 days after working at the School for over 3 years.
A letter of application and completed Application Form should be sent to: HR Manager, Highfield and Brookham, Highfield Lane, Liphook, Hampshire, GU30 7LQ or via email to: recruitment@highfieldandbrookham.co.uk
Closing date for applications: Tuesday 21st October. We invite interested candidates to apply as soon as possible. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
Swim Teacher
We are looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated and friendly swim teacher to join our popular and highly regarded Swim School, offering swimming lessons to children aged 4yrs and above in our warm 20m pool.
Candidates must be qualified to either Swim England SEQ Level 2 or STA Level 2 Certificate and have experience of teaching all abilities, from beginners to advanced swimmers. Candidates must be prepared to teach in the water as well as out of the water.
Hours: Saturday from 9.00am – 11.15am.
Pay: £67.50 (£22.50 per 45 minute lesson) with additional benefits of sick pay and company pension.
To apply, please send your CV to Abi Wells at activities@highfieldandbrookham.co.uk
Safer Recruitment
We are an IAPS co-educational boarding and day pre-prep and prep school for 480 pupils aged 2-13. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants are expected to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child-protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Employer Online Service regarding prohibition orders issued by the Secretary of State, and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Highfield and Brookham Schools is an equal opportunities employer.
