Branta Recruitment is supporting a respected Further Education college in London in appointing a skilled Carpenter to join their Estates & Facilities team. The college operates across multiple buildings and requires a reliable trades professional capable of delivering high‑quality maintenance, repairs, and minor project works across the estate.

The Role

The Carpenter will carry out a range of planned and reactive carpentry tasks to ensure the estate remains safe, functional, and well‑maintained. This role supports the wider Estates team and contributes to maintaining a high‑quality learning environment for students, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out carpentry repairs, installations, and maintenance across the college estate.

• Undertake planned preventative maintenance and respond to reactive repair requests.

• Install, repair, or replace doors, frames, skirting, flooring, shelving, and other timber fixtures.

• Support minor refurbishment and improvement projects as required.

• Ensure all work complies with relevant health and safety standards and college policies.

• Liaise with the Estates Helpdesk to update job statuses and maintain accurate records.

• Work collaboratively with other trades and contractors on multi‑disciplinary tasks.

• Maintain tools, equipment, and materials in good working order.

• Provide a customer‑focused service to staff, students, and visitors.

Person Specification

Essential

• Proven experience as a Carpenter or Joiner.

• Strong knowledge of carpentry techniques, materials, and tools.

• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and work instructions.

• Good understanding of health and safety requirements.

• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.

• Strong communication and customer‑service skills.

• Existing Enhanced DBS or able to get one

Desirable

• Experience working in an educational, public‑sector, or multi‑site environment.

• Knowledge of basic multi‑trade tasks (e.g., minor repairs in other disciplines).

• Experience using CAFM systems.

• Relevant NVQ/City & Guilds qualification in Carpentry or Joinery