. This role does not offer sponsorship.
Join #teamOFG and Enjoy a 4-Day Working Week!
We’re trialling a 4-Day Working Week — 80% of the hours for 100% of your pay!* At Orchard Manor, it will launch once we have a full team in place, so now is the perfect time to join and help shape the future of this brand-new specialist school.
The Role
We’re looking for a reliable, hands-on Grounds & Maintenance Assistant to help keep our school safe, tidy, and welcoming. You’ll take pride in maintaining the grounds, carrying out general upkeep and minor repairs, and supporting health and safety checks — creating an environment where our pupils can thrive.
Key Responsibilities
1. Maintain the school grounds to a high standard, including lawns, pathways, and outdoor areas
2. Carry out minor repairs, decoration, and general upkeep tasks
3. Monitor and support health & safety checks across the site
4. Use hand tools and basic machinery safely and effectively
5. Support contractors or external teams as required
6. Ensure all work complies with health & safety and COSHH guidance
About You
We are seeking someone who:
7. Has experience in grounds maintenance, caretaking, or similar practical roles
8. Is confident using hand tools and basic machinery
9. Understands basic health & safety and COSHH requirements
10. Takes a practical, dependable, and proactive approach to work
11. Enjoys being part of a team and contributing to a positive school environment
About Us
Orchard Manor School, part of Options Autism, is a brand-new independent specialist school opening near King’s Lynn in Downham Market. The school will cater for up to 72 pupils aged 5 to 16 with a range of complex needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
Orchard Manor School offers a curriculum thoughtfully designed around the needs of autistic learners and those with related needs. Education is supported by a fully integrated on-site clinical team, ensuring a holistic, person-centred approach to learning and wellbeing.
At Orchard Manor School, we are committed to creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where every pupil is supported to achieve their full potential.
For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care.
We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.
Why Join Us?
We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
12. Life Assurance
13. Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
14. “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
15. Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:Health, wellbeing and insurance benefitsHundreds of UK and international discountsCycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase SchemeCritical illness coverFamily Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
*Subject to successful probation. Not a contractual benefit. 4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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