Thrive Trowbridge are delighted to be working with our client in Yeovil who are actively seeking to engage a Facilities Assistant on a permanent basis. In this varied role you will be responsible for the upkeep of school premises, duties to include : Ensuring the buildings, contents and grounds are maintained to the highest standards Assisting with the procurement process and involvement with costings / budget management Maintaining up to date risk assessments and compliance with regulations Management of the annual servicing schedule (eg CCTV, water, PAT and fixed-wire testing) Routine repairs e.g. glazing, painting and plumbing Key holder to include opening and locking up premises as well as out of hours emergencies Contractor management when onsite Monitoring and maintenance of plant and equipment What you will need to succeed: Proven track record in a similar role, ideally from an educational setting Experience with repairs and maintenance (plumbing, carpentry and plastering Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure Excellent communication skills at all levels Due to the nature of the role you will be required to have a reasonable level of fitness (lifting, climbing ladders etc) A good level of IT knowledge What you will receive in return : Competitive salary Full-time Monday to Friday, (early and late shifts) Generous holiday entitlement Free parking The chance to join a progressive organisation What you need to do next: If this position sounds of interest and you would like to be considered, please email sarah.collins@thrivegroup. co.uk Thrive Group are acting as an employment agency in relationship to this vacancy. If you have not heard from a consultant within 7 days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. PRMSTH