Facilities operative

Permanent, part time, full year Hours/shift patterns: 15 hours per week 06:00 – 14:00 Salary £10,828.78 per annum (rising to £11,126.76 from 1 September) The Grammar School at Leeds is seeking a proactive and customer-focused Facilities Operative to join our Estates team at our Alwoodley Gates campus. Reporting to the Facilities Manager, you will play a vital role in ensuring that our buildings and grounds remain safe, secure, well-presented and fully operational for pupils, colleagues, visitors and the wider school community. You will contribute to the day-to-day maintenance and smooth running of our extensive school site, providing excellent customer service and practical support across a wide range of facilities functions. This varied and hands-on role includes carrying out planned and reactive maintenance tasks, minor repairs, decorating and room set-ups for lessons, examinations, events and external lettings. You will help manage access to the school premises, support waste management and site cleanliness, assist with deliveries and post distribution, undertake regular swimming pool water testing, and contribute to traffic and parking management during busy periods. Working as part of a multi-skilled Estates team, you will respond to requests through the Estates helpdesk, promote safe working practices and support colleagues across cleaning, grounds and other operational services as required. We are looking for a flexible and reliable team player with a positive, can-do attitude and a commitment to delivering excellent customer service. Previous experience in a maintenance, facilities or caretaking environment would be advantageous, along with a good understanding of health and safety requirements, including COSHH. The successful candidate will be able to work independently as well as collaboratively, prioritise a varied workload and adapt to the changing needs of a busy school environment. As with all roles at The Grammar School at Leeds, a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is essential. Why GSAL? GSAL is a warm, friendly and values-led community where colleagues feel supported and trusted in their roles. We take safety and safeguarding seriously, but we also believe in creating a welcoming environment where pupils, colleagues and visitors feel cared for and respected. We’re proud to be: One of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026 (Big organisations category) North Independent School of the Year 2024 Independent School of the Decade 2021 And most of all, we’re proud of the colleagues who make our school a safe, welcoming and purposeful environment every day. Benefits We value our team and offer a generous package to support your wellbeing: 25 days annual leave bank holidays additional Christmas closure days (usually an extra 3 days) Option to buy up to 10 additional annual leave days Aviva pension with up to 10% employer contribution Training and CPD, including 5 INSET days Free private GP appointments via Health Hero Access to Perkbox (EAP), including counselling, legal and financial advice Onsite gym, swimming pool and free fitness classes including boot camp, spin and Pilates Beautiful 130-acre green site for walking and wellbeing Free onsite parking Great-value £2.40 colleague lunches plus free tea, coffee and hot chocolate Discounts through Perkbox, Blue Light Card, Discounts for Teachers and Extras Generous leave of absence and family-friendly policies Opportunities to contribute to wider school life, events and colleague initiatives How to apply If this role sounds like a good fit for you, we’d love to receive your application. Please complete the online GSAL application form on our website. For any enquiries, contact . Further information and the full job description and person specification can be found in the attached recruitment brochure. Closing date: 08:00 Wednesday 1 July 2026 Interview date: Week commencing 6 July 2026