We are seeking Facilities Assistants to join our dedicated Facilities team, providing essential Estates support at our Park Lane Campus.
Working Pattern based on a shift pattern that will be worked on a rota basis.
Term Time
* 6am to 2pm - Monday to Friday
* 8am to 4pm- Monday to Friday
* 2pm to 10pm- Monday to Thursday (11:30am to 7pm Friday)
Out Of Term Time
* 6am to 2pm - Monday to Friday
* 8am to 4pm- Monday to Friday
* 11:00am to 7pm – Monday to Thursday (11:30am to 7pm Friday)
This hands-on role involves helping to maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors.
As part of a small, supportive team based at Park Lane, you’ll play a key role in ensuring that teaching and learning activities run smoothly. You will assist in managing building operations and systems, while supporting the Facilities Supervisor in the day-to-day running of the site.
What You Will Do
* Carry out minor maintenance tasks across the site, including basic repairs, cleaning, waste management, recycling, grounds maintenance (e.g. grass cutting, litter picking, planting), and seasonal duties like snow clearing following appropriate training and safety procedures.
* Move furniture, equipment, and musical instruments as needed to support classes, events, exams, meetings, and site moves, ensuring rooms are set up according to agreed plans.
* Work collaboratively as part of the Estates team to deliver support services that ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors.
* Engage positively with students to ensure they feel welcome and safe on campus, while promoting understanding of expected standards of behaviour and using restorative approaches when intervention is needed.
* Carry out security duties as required, including general guarding, patrolling, access control, and CCTV system monitoring (in accordance with policy and legislation)
* Liaise with and support on-site contractors and visitors to site ensuring compliance
About You
* Previous experience in a customer service role, with responsibilities that included opening and securing buildings, as well as general building security.
* You should have excellent communication skills, work well as part of a team, and remain focused on tasks to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
* A GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths is required
* A full UK driving licence
* Experience in basic maintenance or DIY tasks—such as plumbing, joinery, or decorating would be a strong advantage.
* Above all, you should be committed to providing outstanding customer service to students, staff, and all other users of the campus.
Benefits
The group offers a range of excellent benefits, including:
Annual Leave
Curriculum and Management: 44 days plus bank holidays
Curriculum support and business support: 39 days plus bank holidays
Pension Schemes With Generous Employer Contributions
Teachers’ Pension Scheme
Local Government Pension Scheme
People’s Pension Scheme
CPD Opportunities
Annual staff conference plus 2 additional staff development days.
Qualifications Including PGCE, Apprenticeships, Leadership And Management Courses.
Employee wellbeing initiatives: Family Friendly Policies, discounted onsite spa (Printworks) and gym (Park Lane).
Travel and commuting: Discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
Flexible and hybrid working opportunities: Please speak to the recruiting manager regarding flexible opportunities as these differ between roles.
SAFEGUARDING
At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references.
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in recruitment is key to our Group’s values. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that embraces equality, diversity and inclusion in all its forms, where every candidate is treated with fairness, respect, and equity.
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