Overview
The Discovery Academy is seeking to appoint a Facilities Assistant to form part of the Facilities Team. The successful candidate should have proven industry experience of carrying out routine general maintenance with a commitment to a high standard of working and have a good understanding of security issues.
The ability to converse at ease with members of the public, including staff and students in accurate spoken English is essential for the post, therefore postholders must be able to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence through the medium of English.
At the heart of everything we do is an unremitting desire for our students to become successful and responsible young people who make a positive contribution to our academy and the wider community. To do this, we need the very best people, who we will support to be outstanding practitioners. If you do, we would love to receive your application.
Purpose and Context
Our purpose is to deliver ambitious, high-quality teaching and learning every lesson, every day that overcomes inequality and allows every student to achieve success. We have created a culture around our core values of Pride, Respect and Commitment to ensure high expectations, positive relationships, and support for all students.
Why Discovery?
The Discovery Academy is one of the largest Academies in Stoke-on-Trent with a £21 million building and world class facilities. The building design has a faculty-based organisation to foster collaboration and project-based learning opportunities across extensive vocational and academic facilities.
The Academy is part of the Alpha Academies Trust, located in Stoke-on-Trent, consisting of two Secondary Schools, four Primary Schools and a Central Team. The Trust is committed to delivering a first-class education for every child and to recruiting outstanding staff with a focus on professional development.
Benefits of Working for Our Trust
The Trust offers a benefits package including a good pension scheme (current employer contribution 24.2%), discounted gym membership, a 25% discount at Nuffield Health Stoke Fitness & Wellbeing Gym, free on-site parking, subsidised meals, a Cyclescheme and annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days (rising to 33 days after 5 years’ service). An Employee Assistance Programme is provided for counselling and support.
Alpha Academies encourages staff development and members are invited to join the Chartered College of Teaching, funded by the Trust.
Safeguarding and Equality
Alpha Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, online social media check, and other vetting and induction processes. We are Disability Confident and will discuss reasonable adjustments during the application process if required.
How To Apply
To apply, visit our vacancies page at https://alphaacademiestrust.co.uk/vacancies/ and follow the instructions to apply. If you need further information regarding your application, please contact our Recruitment Team at recruitment@alphaacademiestrust.co.uk. Visits to the Academy are welcome by arrangement.
Key Dates
* Closing Date: Monday 14th July 2025 at 9:00am
* Interview Date: Wednesday 16th July 2025
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Human Resources Services
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