How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four?
Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).
If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!
Job Details
* Job Title: Maintenance Assistant
* Location: Acorn Park School, Norwich, NR16 2HU
* Salary: Up to £28,000 per annum depending on experience
* Hours: 40 hours per week; Monday to Friday. Shift A: 07:00–15:30; Shift B: 08:30–17:00
* Contract: Permanent, 52 weeks
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
As part of our ongoing growth, we are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Maintenance Assistant to support the ongoing upkeep and repair of our facilities at Acorn Park School, Banham, Norfolk.
About The Role
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Maintenance Assistant to support the ongoing upkeep and repair of our facilities. The ideal candidate will work closely with the maintenance team to carry out routine inspections, assist with repairs, and perform general maintenance tasks. This role is essential in helping maintain a clean, safe, and fully functional environment for all staff and visitors.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure reactive maintenance is dealt with in a timely and safe manner
* Have a proactive attitude to maintenance on a daily basis
* Help to supervise works carried out by external contractors and service providers
* Ensure Health and Safety policies and procedures are followed, including the reporting of incidents as appropriate
* Respond effectively to all repairs and maintenance, ensuring a safe and well cared for environment
* Help to prepare work schedules covering school holidays
* Report breaches of Health and Safety to Estate Manager
* Carry out any relevant works deemed appropriate by the Estate Manager
* Perform any other duties appropriate to the role
* Ensure that all buildings on site are secure and locked at the end of the school day
Requirements
* Prior experience in general maintenance, preferably in a school or similar setting
* Working knowledge of basic maintenance tools and procedures
* Ability to work independently and follow safety protocols
* Physical stamina for lifting, bending, and extended walking
* Respectful and professional behaviour, especially around children and young adults
* Full UK Driving Licence
About Us
Acorn Park is a school for 98 pupils with a primary diagnosis of Autism. We offer two curriculum pathways – Formal and Semi-formal. Our pupils have highly personalised plans based on their EHCPs. The site includes residential homes, a Forest School, Animal Care Farm, sports hall, sensory rooms, and more. For over 16 years, Options Autism has provided care and education to individuals with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. We are part of Outcomes First Group, a leading provider committed to innovative approaches and positive outcomes. In 2024, Outcomes First Group was certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth consecutive year.
Why Join Us?
Your health and wellbeing are important. We offer an exceptional rewards package including:
* Life Assurance
* Pension scheme with optional increased contributions
* Access to mental health support and physical health checks
* BUPA Cash Plan
Benefits
Through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, you can choose benefits such as:
* Health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
* Discount options in the UK and abroad
* Cycle to Work Schemes
* Electric Car Purchase Scheme
* Critical illness cover
* Family Growth Support including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatments
We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.
* You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay. The 4-Day Working Week is subject to successful probation and is not a contractual benefit.
Outcomes First Group is committed to a fair and thorough recruitment process aligned with safeguarding standards. We do not accept liability for any costs incurred during the process. All stages are subject to safeguarding checks and statutory requirements.
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