Competitive salary with progression opportunities + Local Government Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additional .
Bearsted Primary Academy has a fantastic opportunity for a committed and motivated Facilities Assistant to join our team from December 2025. This position will assist with the care of the academy premises, ranging from general maintenance duties including minor repair and refurbishment works, porterage and other duties, supporting the Site Manager in ensuring the health and safety and security of a busy academy. Applicants will need a flexible approach to working hours and duties and may be required to cover the duties of other team members in their absence, occasionally.
Applicants need to be trustworthy, reliable, hardworking, physically fit, conscientious and be able to work independently as well as part of a team. Ideally you will have good DIY skills, some knowledge of Health & Safety, basic IT skills and an understanding of safeguarding. We offer fantastic CPD opportunities as an academy and as a wider multi-academy trust so can provide support if there are any areas that you may need to be up-skilled or trained.
Benefits of working as a Facilities Assistant at a Leigh Academies Trust site;
1. 25 days annual leave per annum, increasing to 30 days + bank holidays based on 5 years' service
2. Full company closure and time off between Christmas and New Year
3. You'll be part of a friendly and supportive team
4. A flexible and proactive ethos
5. Training and qualifications supported / encouraged
6. Mileage allowance for travel between sites
7. Paid overtime
8. Generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme)
9. Free, on-site parking at every site
10. Dedicated site office
This is a permanent role, working 37 hours per week, Monday - Thursday 8am - 4pm and Fridays 8am - 3.30pm. Please be aware you may be asked to cover other shifts in cases of absences.