Premises Operative
Location: Edgar Wood Academy, Heywood Old Road, Heywood, OL10 2QN
Salary: School Support Pay Spine points 1 3 (£24,413 - £24,796)
Contract: Permanent Full time All year round (11am-7pm during term time, 8am-4pm during school holidays)
Start Date: As soon as possible
Edgar Wood Academy, part of the Altus Education Partnership, is seeking a dedicated and proactive Premises Operative to help maintain our modern, state-of-the-art school building and ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors.
Opened in 2021, Edgar Wood Academy serves the communities of Middleton and Heywood, providing high-quality education rooted in our core values of Resilience, Empathy, Responsibility, and Respect. As part of our growing and supportive team, you’ll play a key role in helping us deliver a world-class education to our students.
About the Role
As a Premises Operative, you will:
* Assist with the day-to-day cleaning, maintenance, and security of the school site
* Carry out routine repairs and general upkeep of buildings and grounds
* Support site operations, including opening and closing the premises
* Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements and statutory checks
* Oversee contractors and assist with site set-up for events and lettings
This is a hands-on and varied role, ideal for someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys practical problem-solving in a dynamic environment.
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
* Has good DIY and general maintenance skills
* Is reliable, adaptable, and able to work independently or as part of a team
* Takes pride in maintaining a safe and attractive school environment
* Is proactive and committed to supporting our school community
Experience in a similar facilities or site maintenance role is desirable but not essential training will be provided for the right candidate.
Why Join Edgar Wood Academy?
We offer:
* A supportive and collaborative working environment
* Generous holiday entitlement
* Membership of the excellent Local Government Pension Scheme
* Access to our Employee Benefits Programme, including:
o Cycle to Work Scheme
o Employee Assistance Programme with free counselling and wellbeing support
How to Apply
* Please apply through My New Term : Premises Operative at Edgar Wood Academy, Heywood, Greater Manchester | MyNewTerm
* For any questions regarding the role, please email recruitment@altusep.com
* Application Deadline: 12:00 Midday 19th February 2026
* Interviews: Yet to be confirmed
Altus Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. In accordance with the recommendations set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), the Trust carries out online searches on shortlisted candidates. References will be requested if you are shortlisted for an interview
Applicants are informed that if appointed to this post their contract of employment will be with the school governing board who is the employer, and not Rochdale Council.