Facilities Assistant

• Salary: £28,000 per annum
• 25 days paid holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Generous contributory pension scheme
• Refreshments and lunch provided during term time
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Onsite staff parking

Overview

We are seeking a reliable and proactive Facilities Assistant. Working in a team of four, you will help ensure that the school buildings, grounds, and facilities are maintained to a high standard, providing a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for pupils, staff, and visitors.

This role is ideal for someone with 1 2 years experience in maintenance, facilities support, or general handyman work who enjoys a varied, hands-on role within a team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the day-to-day maintenance of school buildings and grounds.
• Carry out basic repairs, maintenance tasks, and general handyman duties.
• Support the setup and breakdown of rooms for school events, activities, and examinations.
• Conduct routine inspections of buildings and report faults or safety concerns.
• Assist with minor plumbing, carpentry, painting, and decorating tasks.
• Support contractors on site and ensure safe working practices are followed.
• Help maintain the security of the school site including opening and locking buildings when required.
• Participate in the team s on-call rota (one weekend per month).
• Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures.
• Assist with general site duties including deliveries, moving furniture, and waste management.

Person Specification

• 1 2 years experience in maintenance, facilities support, or handyman work.
• Basic practical skills across general maintenance (e.g. minor repairs, painting, basic plumbing/carpentry).
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Good problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to work.
• Physically capable of undertaking manual tasks.
• Full UK driving licence essential due to limited public transport access.

Desirable

• Experience working in a school, college, or similar environment.
• Basic knowledge of health and safety practices in maintenance work.

Additional Information

Optional Onsite Accommodation

• 2- or 3-bedroom apartment available on site with subsidised rent.

Working Hours:

• Monday Friday, 7:00am 4:00pm - 34 weeks per year during term time
• Monday Friday, 8.00am 4:00pm - 18 weeks per year during school holidays
• On-Call Requirement: One weekend per month (paid £100 per weekend)

The successful candidate will be required to undergo appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check, in line with school safeguarding policies.

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