Description:
We are seeking a reliable and proactive Facilities Assistant to support the smooth running, safety, and maintenance of a school site.
This is a 52‑week position, working a split shift (07:00–13:15 / 16:00–17:45), Monday to Friday (37.5 hours per week).
This role is vital in ensuring a clean, safe, and well‑managed environment for staff, pupils, visitors, and the wider community. It requires someone hands‑on, organised, and confident working independently.
Key Responsibilities
1. Daily site security, unlocking/locking and acting as a key holder
2. Routine maintenance, basic repairs, and grounds support
3. Monitoring energy use and maintaining heating/plant equipment
4. Managing cleaners and ensuring high standards of cleanliness
5. Overseeing contractors and ensuring compliance checks are completed
6. Supporting lettings and ensuring facilities are ready for use
7. Health & safety checks, risk assessments, and maintaining records
About You
8. Skilled in basic maintenance, repairs and site management
9. Knowledge of health & safety and site security
10. Strong communication and organisational skills
11. Physically able to handle equipment and manual tasks
12. Reliable, proactive, and able to work independently
13. Experience supervising cleaners or contractors
14. (Desirable) Experience working on a school site
This role requires an enhanced DBS. The employer is committed to safeguarding and protecting children and young people.
Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.