Estates Operative
Job Type Fixed-Term Curriculum / Service Area Estates Campus / Location Bispham Hours per week 37 Part-Year? No Post scale Scale 3 Post Scale Range (FTE) £26, Closing Date 06/07/ Documents
(Word, 38.69kb) At Blackpool and The Fylde College, we’re more than an education provider – we’re a driving force for opportunity, innovation and community growth. As one of the UK’s leading further education colleges and an exempt charity, we deliver high‑quality technical and professional education that transforms lives and supports regional prosperity. With over 12, students and around 1, colleagues, we’re proud to be an anchor institution driving social mobility, inclusion and success.
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The Role:
Blackpool and The Fylde College (B&FC) is currently seeking a proactive and dependable Estates Operative to join our Estates team on a fixed term basis. This is a key role in maintaining the safety, security, and functionality of our College premises while delivering high-quality support to staff, students, and visitors.
Your Responsibilities Will Include:
As a member of our Estates team, you will play an essential part in the smooth operation and upkeep of our buildings and surrounding areas. Your duties will include:
Opening, locking, and setting alarm systems within the College buildings. You will be a registered key-holder and may need to respond to call-outs as part of a rota system.Conducting regular patrols to ensure the safety of College premises, carrying out minor repairs, and reporting defects as necessary.Clearing drains, unblocking sinks, urinals, and WC’s, and maintaining building systems such as heating, alarms, emergency lighting, and security systems.Assisting with room re-arrangements, moving furniture and equipment as required, and disposing of unwanted items.Acting as a Fire Warden, performing fire safety checks, and helping maintain health, safety, and security procedures.Clearing pathways, entrances, and other external areas, especially during adverse weather conditions like snow and ice.Driving the College van, assisting with ‘cash in transit’ duties, enforcing the College's traffic regulations, and providing reception cover when necessary.About the Estates Department:
Our Estates Department ensures that B&FC maintains a safe, secure, and operational environment across all campuses. We are committed to delivering top-quality facilities and services that enable a positive experience for all College users.
Why Join Us?
You will be part of a dedicated and collaborative team that supports the essential day-to-day operations of the College. This is an opportunity to take on a varied and hands-on role, where no two days are the same. You’ll be contributing to a safe and welcoming learning environment while developing your skills in facilities management.
Interested? Apply Early!
We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications, so if this role excites you, please submit your application as soon as possible!
What We Offer
We believe great people deserve great rewards. When you join B&FC, you’ll benefit from:
Generous annual leave, plus 5 additional gifted days (pro rata for part-time employees) to be taken during the Christmas closure periodAn excellent pension schemeProfessional development and funded training opportunitiesFlexible working options and family-friendly policiesComprehensive wellbeing support and staff recognition initiatives👉 Discover more about our rewards and benefits at Rewards and Benefits
Blackpool and The Fylde College is proud to be Great Place To Work® Certified™
Enhanced leave allowance of 38 days (full-time equivalent), inclusive of bank holidaysOpportunity to purchase additional annual leaveCompetitive pension scheme:Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) - 28.68% employer contributionLocal Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - 8.1% employer contributionExtensive professional development opportunities for all, with B&FC choosing to invest circa. £1.8m annually in colleague development and professional qualificationsAgile working opportunitiesInternal Coaching ServiceEnhanced Family friendly policiesExtensive wellbeing provision including, but not limited to:Access to funded Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) available 24/7, days a yearOccupational HealthFREE Flu Vouchers for those not entitled through the NHSFREE eye testsDedicated Wellbeing Hub available to all colleagues containing rich and varied content with resources relating to emotional, physical, financial and social wellbeingFREE healthy breakfastSports facilities including fully equipped gym and discounted membershipsHealth and beauty salonTrim Trails on Campus (guided routes for walks)Onsite food outlets and Starbucks at subsidised ratesFREE car parkingCar lease schemeCycle to work schemeOnsite kids ‘Sports Camp’ 8am – 5pm during selected half-term breaksOur Safeguarding Responsibilities
B&FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all colleagues to share in this commitment. All colleagues are required to complete safeguarding training and uphold the College’s policies and procedures to ensure a safe and supportive environment for learners.
All roles at B&FC are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order (as amended), and employment is subject to a range of pre-employment checks including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, verification of qualifications and references, and the right to work in the UK. The amendments to the Act ( and ) mean that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the
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